Turkish Companies Exporting Olives to the Gulf: 2025 Supplier List and Distribution Points

Turkish Companies Exporting Olives to the Gulf: 2025 Supplier List and Distribution Points: Gulf countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Kuwait, have significantly increased their interest in quality of life, health awareness, and natural products over the past decade. Within this framework, olives have seen significant demand for both daily consumption and gifting. Gulf consumers consider not only price but also product origin, production method, packaging quality, and brand reputation. Therefore, Turkey is gaining a significant position in this market, particularly with its high-quality olives 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 olives to the Gulf are generally capable of large-volume production, have modern facilities, and operate with an export focus. These companies not only handle filling and packaging, but also possess a professional structure in all quality control, packaging design, inventory management, logistics, and marketing processes. Holding ISO 22000, HACCP, HALAL, and organic certifications, in particular, demonstrates the reliability of these facilities. Some also offer PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) certified products, preserving their regional identity. Among the leading companies exporting to the Gulf are Ülker Gıda, Sütaş, Kavut Gıda, Öztaş Gıda, Şanlı Gıda, Borsa Gıda, Sek Gıda, Yıldız Gıda, Torku, Pınar, and Kavut Yağ. 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 produces the olive oil but also provides packaging design, labeling, multilingual support, logistics, and technical consulting services. Among the main exported products are black olives, green olives, stuffed olives, pitted olives, and mixed olive sets. Gift boxes are particularly popular during Ramadan, Eid, and wedding seasons. Dark glass jars, airtight bags, luxury boxes, or wooden boxes are preferred for packaging. Arabic information must be included on the label. Product name, origin, net quantity, shelf life, ingredient information, and certifications are clearly communicated to the consumer. Distribution channels are diverse. Instead of selling directly to consumers, most manufacturers enter 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 manufacturers with these partners, manages contract processing, and ensures payment security. Turkey has a significant advantage in logistics. Products shipped by container from the ports of Mersin or Iskenderun to Dubai, Jeddah, or Doha arrive within 10 to 14 days. This timeframe is significantly shorter than that of Asian competitors. Sample shipments by air can take 2 to 3 days. E5 Global Trade determines the most suitable logistics model (EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP), expedites customs procedures, and monitors the delivery process on a daily 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 arranging a producer's booth at these fairs, printing brochures, providing translation services, and organizing appointments. Ultimately, Turkish companies exporting olives to the Gulf are not just about production; they are also about strategic partnerships. 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.