Puertos del Estado (Spanish Port Authority) will return to Fruit Attraction 2025 – from September 30 to October 2 at IFEMA Madrid – with the “Ports of Spain” pavilion and a delegation of Port Authorities that will seek to strengthen the flow of fruits and vegetables through Spanish ports.
The goal is to increase efficiency for exporters and importers during the upcoming season and expand the international reach of the sector.
This proposal is based on infrastructure and services that are virtually unmatched in Europe: nearly 100 million m² of surface area and storage facilities, refrigerated warehouses with a capacity of nearly 2 million m³, and almost 395,000 linear meters of berthing space. Added to this are international connections to major trade routes, border control points (BCPs), phytosanitary services, and comprehensive logistics solutions designed for fresh produce.
This robust logistics infrastructure translates into results: in 2024, Spanish ports handled 11,299,220 tons of fruits and vegetables, above 2022 (11.11 million) and slightly below the record of 2023 (11.9 million). From January to July 2025, the system has handled 6,202,589 tons, consolidating Spain’s position as a leading platform for European fruit and vegetable trade.
Supply Chain
In addition to capacity, sustainability is gaining importance in the port sector’s offerings. Several Port Authorities will present their progress on Onshore Power Supply (OPS) -electrical connections for ships while at berth- a key technology for reducing emissions and accelerating the decarbonization of maritime transport in port environments with high volumes of perishable goods.
The Regional Government of Andalusia confirms the region’s leading position in fruit and vegetable exports: €5.052 billion in the first half of 2025, representing 41% of all Spanish fruit and vegetable exports, ahead of the Valencian Community (24.4%) and the Region of Murcia (17.3%).
This market share explains the strong presence of Andalusian ports at the trade fair, with proposals to further streamline the supply chain from farm to market.
For producers, logistics operators, and retail chains, Fruit Attraction is an ideal opportunity to review and optimize supply chain routes and contracts.
With the combination of cold storage capacity, efficient customs procedures, and regular shipping schedules, Spanish ports aim to reduce transit times and post-harvest losses, offering a competitive advantage in 2025, a year characterized by rising costs and increased sustainability demands.
