A View from the Middle East: Transforming Cold Chain Logistics
Stefano Iorini
Director, Global Star Group
Berlin, 07 February 2024
Introduction to Global Star Group
One of the leading organisations in the Middle Eastern fresh produce sector, Global Star Group specialises in providing a diverse range of fresh produce and services to consumers and partners in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE and globally.
Global Star Group Operational Footprint
100 +
Vehicles (5-22T loading capacity)
35,000 +
Pallets storage capacity
67,500 MT
Yearly volume traded
2,500 +
Customers served
220 +
Employees across 4 countries
190 +
Fruit & Vegetable varieties
Our global network of partners
Saudi Arabia - Overview
GDP
US$ 1.1 TN
Population
33.4 MN
Surface
sq.km 2.1 MN
Regions
13
Desert Climate
up to 47° C
Cold Storage Landscape in Saudi Arabia
Challenges in Fresh Produce Logistics
Large region to be covered
Energy costs
Transportation infrastructure
Local
regulations
Sustainability requirements
Geopolitical impact
Global Star Group's Comprehensive Supply Chain Control
Sourcing
Shipping
Transporting
Storing
Distributing
TMS - WMS - AI
The Future Landscape
for Saudi Arabia
Regional Expansion & Opportunities
Saudi Arabia
Middle East
Globally
Thank You!
Stefano Iorini
stefano.iorini@fresh-globalstar.com
