Algeria continues advancing the diversification of its non-hydrocarbon exports with the launch, on Monday, from the province of Bordj Bou Arreridj, of its inaugural export operation of portable air conditioners bound for Europe, specifically to Spain. Executed by the Condor Group, this shipment responds to an initial procurement order placed by major European retail chains, showcasing the capacity of Algerian manufactured goods to meet international market requirements.
During an official working tour of Bordj Bou Arreridj province, Foreign Trade and Export Promotion Minister Kamel Rezig personally oversaw the dispatch from Condor’s logistics terminal alongside Governor Kamel Nouicer.
To date, the Condor Group has secured international orders topping 250,000 portable air conditioning units, highlighting the significant growth opportunities European markets offer for Algerian goods, according to a department press statement.
Beyond Spain, the minister also flagged off the export of split-system stationary air conditioners destined for Tunisia as part of a 46-container consignment. On this occasion, Rezig highlighted that these achievements materialize the broader economic strategy spearheaded by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to support domestic manufacturing, foster industrial investment, and assist exporters.
He pledged that ongoing initiatives will continue expanding the footprint of Algerian products across overseas markets, prioritizing high-value-added items to diversify the national economy and elevate the “Made in Algeria” brand.
The minister noted that major European retail giants now place their confidence in Algerian manufacturing, describing this operation as a strong indicator that domestic industry can successfully enter highly competitive markets by supplying goods that comply with European quality, safety, and operational standards.
Furthermore, he stressed Algeria’s logistical edge resulting from its close geographic proximity to Europe. Shipping times by sea remain under two days, compared to substantially longer transit durations for Asian goods, thereby granting Algerian exporters a competitive upper hand through faster deliveries, lower shipping overheads, and swift responsiveness to client demand.
During the second leg of his inspection visit, the minister also initiated the export dispatch of a truckload carrying Midea brand refrigerators and freezers, produced under the Arcodim Group, bound for Tunisia and Libya.
He remarked that this dispatch reflects the qualitative progress achieved across Algerian industry, which now produces household appliances aligned with international quality standards and pricing competitiveness, thereby strengthening the presence of domestic brands in regional and global markets.
Rezig concluded by commending the positive momentum within the non-hydrocarbon export domain, driven by presidential directives focused on economic diversification and trade expansion. He stated that these figures demonstrate the impact of policy reforms aimed at backing exporters, embedding an export culture, sharpening the competitiveness of national goods, and opening fresh avenues for Algerian enterprises.