In the 21st century, the movement of goods between regions and countries all over the world is commonplace. Logistics operations between Africa and Oceania, Asia and America or Europe and the Middle East take place every week. Many European companies do business with companies and organizations in Middle Eastern countries.

This type of export from Europe to the Persian Gulf region is mostly carried out by air freight in cargo aircraft, or container ship if the products are shipped by sea. Only rarely is land transport by truck or rail chosen because the cost is higher, and the transport and delivery time would be longer compared to the other options.

It is important before any export to be clear about the whole logistical operation. From the documents required by the destination customs, the requirements for loading the goods on a plane or ship, the size of the container if it is sea transport, or the tariffs at the port or airport of destination. Transport conditions must be considered according to the products to be transported, paying special attention to the transportation of food and beverages.

That is why it is essential to have help from an experienced logistics operator such as Logisber. Our team of professionals consistently ships from Europe to the six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and other nations throughout the Middle East.

Where can I export to from the European Union?

• Saudi Arabia, with special emphasis on Riyadh, its capital, as well as Medina and Mecca.
• Qatar, including the city of Doha.
• United Arab Emirates, whose most populated cities are Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
• Kuwait, whose capital is an important financial center in the area.
• Bahrain, its capital, Manama, being the most important city.
• Iraq, with a view to its political situation.
• Iran, taking into account its political situation.
• Jordan, giving special importance to Amman, its capital.
• Oman, keeping in mind its capital, Muscat.
• Syria, with a view to its political situation.
• Yemen, whose capital, Sana’a, is very active despite not being on the coast, and bearing in mind the country’s geographical proximity to Africa.

There are other nearby nations that are sometimes also considered part of the Middle East, such as Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Egypt.

Most exported products from Europe to the Middle East

Nowadays it is possible to transport almost any product from one part of the world to another. The logistics of warehousing, distribution and transport are highly developed and widespread almost everywhere in the world.

• Cereal-based products and other food preparations
• Cigars and cigarettes
• Dairy products
• Odoriferous substances
• Barley, wheat, and other cereals
• Chocolate and confectionery products
• Preparations used in animal feed
• Poultry meat

As well as these products, it is important to mention the transportation of medicines and medical devices, as well as the transportation of hazardous goods or heavy machinery.

When embarking on a trade expedition, instability of the governments in some of the countries in the area must be taken into account. It is always a good idea to contact the trade embassy in the destination country for up-to-date advice on this matter.

At Logisber, we can be an ally for all your freight forwarding operations. We help you through the entire process of exporting goods from Europe to one of these Middle Eastern countries. Contact us now and we will give you all the details.