Ethiopia has carried out its first exports of avocados by train under a pilot project forming part of the National Cool Logistics Network. After a 750km train journey, the fruit will be shipped from Djibouti to Europe, taking around 20 days. “The development of a National Cool Logistics Network is a strategic project and vital for many economic activities in Ethiopia”, she said. By drastically reducing transport costs and lead times, investment in cool logistics could unlock the perishable industry. National Cool Logistics NetworkAnother key component of the National Cool Logistics Network is the development of Cool Port Addis, a coldstorage facility integrated into a railway terminal near Addis Ababa.

Source: Ethiopian News August 24, 2020 07:52 UTC