Uniban returns to Fruit Attraction 2024 and will present some of its latest moves to optimise its fruit export network. This is the case of Puerto Antioquia, a site equipped with advanced technology for cargo handling and refrigerated storage, which will improve the transport of products such as bananas, plantains, avocados and mangoes. According to Manuel Laborde, executive president of Uniban, this investment "will strengthen Colombia's export capacity and underscores the company's commitment to sustainable growth."

Uniban is also advancing its social responsibility with the Living Wage Initiative, ensuring that more than 11,000 agricultural workers in Urabá and Magdalena receive wages above the legal minimum, covering needs such as housing, food, education and medical care. This effort contributes to the social and economic stability of communities. Laborde stressed that a fair salary and the well-being of employees are essential for the company's success.

Uniban's Shared Value model integrates economic, social and environmental objectives, promoting sustainability. The company works with more than 2,000 smallholder farmers, providing them with technical support and fair trade conditions. In 2023, it invested over $2 million in training and infrastructure improvements to increase productivity. Through partnerships with organisations such as Fairtrade, it has allocated $4.4 million to local development projects, benefiting 7,000 families in housing, health and education areas.

Sustainability is a fundamental pillar in Uniban's operations. The company follows a zero-waste policy and supports organic farming. In 2023, it recycled 16,000 tonnes of organic waste and plastics and reforested 167 hectares with more than 51,000 trees. These actions contribute to the conservation of biodiversity and the protection of water resources. In addition, the company has 238 hectares of organic farming, demonstrating its commitment to responsible agricultural practices.

Its Turbana Foods brand has expanded its presence in the value-added food market with products such as banana chips, cassava and freeze-dried fruits. In 2023, Turbana processed more than 7,400 tons of products, resulting in a 9% growth in sales, with 97% of these exported to Europe and the United States. Laborde highlights the importance of Turbana in offering healthy and sustainable snacks, highlighting Uniban's innovative capacity in the food industry.

Since its founding in 1966, Uniban has exported more than 1,400 million boxes of agricultural products, consolidating itself as a leader in the Colombian agricultural sector. In 2023 alone, it exported 36 million boxes of bananas. With the opening of Puerto Antioquia and its ongoing social and environmental initiatives, Uniban is positioned to lead a new era of innovation and sustainability in the agricultural sector.