Banasan strengthens its commitment to water security in Magdalena through the ASR4WS project
The International Banana Marketing Company Banasan reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and the protection of natural resources through the implementation of the ASR4WS Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening water security in the municipality of Zona Bananera, Magdalena. This project focuses on the feasibility of artificial recharge and aquifer recovery on farms in the region, […]
Banasan promotes precision fumigation with drones in Magdalena, benefiting small-scale banana producers.
Magdalena, Colombia – December 3, 2024. The international banana trader C.I. Banasan announced the implementation of precision fumigation with drones in banana plantations in the Magdalena department, marking a milestone in the sector’s technological and sustainable transformation. Currently, 500 hectares of banana plantations already benefit from this technology, with the goal of reaching 100% coverage […]
Banasan receives the Cruz de Bastidas on the occasion of the 500th anniversary of Santa Marta
In a solemn ceremony held at the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, the Santa Marta District Council awarded the Cruz de Bastidas this Monday to a select group of personalities and institutions that have made significant contributions to the city’s development in various areas, as part of the commemorative agenda for the 500th anniversary of […]
Banasan successfully concludes its participation in the 3rd Colombian Banana Congress 2025
During the inaugural day of the 3rd Colombian Banana Congress 2025, the International Banana Exporter Banasan was honored for its contribution to the development of agriculture in the Colombian Caribbean. The president of ASBAMA, José Francisco Zúñiga, presented the award to the Chairman of Banasan’s Board, Álvaro Vives Lacotoure, highlighting the company’s commitment to business […]
Banasan celebrates 20 years of history
Santa Marta, Magdalena – July 26, 2025. The International Trader Banasan commemorated its 20th anniversary with a solemn ceremony held at the historic Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, a cultural and heritage landmark of great significance for the region. The event brought together partners, board members, employees, allied producers, and representatives from the business and […]
C.I. Banasan receives the order of the Congress of the Republic at the rank of Commander
C.I. Banasan Receives the Order of the Congress of the Republic at the Rank of Commander In a solemn ceremony held in the Yellow Hall of the National Capitol in Bogotá, the International Banana Trader C.I. Banasan S.A.S. was awarded the Order of the Congress of the Republic at the rank of Commander, one of […]
Banasan raises its voice for the future of Colombian Bananas at the third Banana Congress
Banasan Raises Its Voice for the Future of Colombian Bananas at the Third Banana Congress Within the framework of the Third Colombian Banana Congress, held at the Estelar Santa Mar Hotel and Convention Center, an extensive academic and technical agenda brought together experts, producers, and representatives from both the national and international banana sectors. Beyond […]
Banasan Warns About the Logistics and Security Crisis Facing the Banana Sector in Magdalena
The banana sector in the Magdalena Department, one of the agroindustrial pillars of the Colombian Caribbean, is experiencing an unprecedented logistics crisis due to repeated road blockages and the deterioration of security conditions in the region. This was stated by Carlos Pinilla, General Manager of Banasan, during his address at the Third Colombian Banana Congress […]
Banasan will implement Colombia’s first aquifer recharge and recovery pilot with support from the Government of the Netherlands.
Magdalena, Colombia. February 12, 2025 – With the support of the Government of the Netherlands, the international banana trading company C.I. Banasan announced the launch of Colombia’s first aquifer recharge and recovery pilot, a pioneering project aimed at strengthening water security in the Magdalena Department. The initiative will take place in the Frío and Sevilla […]
Banasan closed 2024 with growth and projects to export 14 million boxes of bananas in 2025.
Magdalena, Colombia – January 20, 2025. Ensuring the sustainability and productivity of the business through actions that contribute to environmental care is the central objective of C.I. Banasan, which closed 2024 with positive results and ambitious projections for 2025. The company reported a 3.5% growth in banana exports compared to 2023. According to its CEO, […]