List of Turkish Companies Exporting Olive Oil to the Gulf

List of Turkish Companies Exporting Olive Oil to the Gulf: Gulf countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Kuwait, have significantly increased awareness of quality of life, nutritional awareness, and interest in natural products over the past decade. Within this framework, olive oil has seen significant demand for both daily consumption and gifting. Gulf consumers consider not only price but also the product's origin, production method, packaging quality, and brand reputation. Therefore, Turkey is gaining a significant market position in this market with its extra virgin olive oil, produced in regions such as Edremit, Ayvalık, Burhaniye, Gemlik, Urla, and Muğla. This success is made possible not only by high-quality products but also by the right export strategy. Turkish companies exporting olive oil to the Gulf generally have modern facilities capable of large-volume production and are export-oriented. These companies not only handle filling and packaging, but also maintain a professional structure throughout the entire quality control, inventory management, logistics, and marketing processes. Holding ISO 22000, HACCP, HALAL, and organic certifications demonstrates the reliability of these facilities. Some also offer PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) certified products, preserving regional identity. The primary exports of these companies include extra virgin olive oil, extra virgin olive oil, and refined olive oil. However, the most popular type in the Gulf market is extra virgin olive oil. This oil is produced using the cold-pressing method and has an acidity level below 0.8%. Additionally, tests such as UV absorption, peroxide count, and sensory analysis are conducted in a laboratory environment. These reports are available upon request by the buyer, ensuring product quality. The packaging is dark-colored glass bottles, providing protection from UV light. The label must include the product name, origin, net quantity, consumption date, storage conditions, ingredients, certificates, and importer information. Information in Arabic, English, or the local language is particularly essential in exporting countries. E5 Global Trade supports the manufacturer's packaging design during this process and customizes it according to the target market's expectations. Among the leading companies exporting to the Gulf, names such as Ülker Gıda, Sütaş, Kavut Gıda, Öztaş Gıda, Şanlı Gıda, Borsa Gıda, Sek Gıda, Yıldız Gıda, Torku, Pınar, and Kavut Yağ stand out. These companies produce both under their own brands and under the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) model. In the OEM model, the customer can have the olive oil sold under their own name produced by a Turkish factory. In this case, the producer not only handles the filling but also provides packaging design, labeling, multilingual support, logistics, and technical consulting. Distribution channels are diverse. Instead of selling directly to consumers, most manufacturers enter the markets through a distributor based in Dubai, Riyadh, or Doha. This partner handles the product's customs clearance, warehouses, distributes, and provides customer service. E5 Global Trade matches producers with these partners during this process, manages the contract processes, and ensures payment security. Türkiye has a significant advantage in logistics. Products shipped by container from Mersin or Iskenderun ports to Dubai, Jeddah, or Doha arrive within 10 to 14 days. This timeframe is significantly shorter than that of competitors originating in Asia. Sample shipments by air can take 2 to 3 days. E5 Global Trade determines the most suitable logistics model (EXW FOB CIF DAP) for this process, expedites customs procedures, and monitors the delivery process on a rolling basis. Trade fairs remain the most effective marketing method. Events like Gulfood in Dubai, Saudi Agro Food in Saudi Arabia, and the Cairo Food Fair in Cairo are the fastest way to connect directly with buyers. E5 Global Trade manages the entire process, from the producer's booth setup at these fairs to brochure printing, translation services, and appointment planning. Ultimately, Turkish companies exporting olive oil to the Gulf are not just about production; they are a strategic partnership. Success is based on quality, continuity, and trust. E5 Global Trade is a reliable partner who shows producers that they are not alone in this journey. Because true trade is much more than just shipping products.