Economy
Major industries: Pilgrimage hospitality, dates (Ajwa), knowledge economy (KEC), construction.
Buyer sectors for Indian goods
pilgrim hotels & catering; date packers (packaging); prayer textiles; pharma; food distributors.
Our market assessment.
Wholesale markets and trade zones
- Medina Central Market / date markets (Souq Al Tamr), Medina Industrial City (MODON), Knowledge Economic City
- non-Muslim access restricted - trade via Jeddah/Yanbu agents
Products we supply to Medina
Frequently asked questions
Which port serves Medina?
Inland; Yanbu Commercial Port (~220 km W) / Jeddah Islamic Port.
How long does sea freight from India to Medina take?
Typically 8-13 (30+ if carriers avoid Red Sea) days from Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) (estimate).
Where do importers trade in Medina?
Medina Central Market / date markets (Souq Al Tamr), Medina Industrial City (MODON), Knowledge Economic City; non-Muslim access restricted - trade via Jeddah/Yanbu agents.
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