Thanks to its privileged geographical position, advanced infrastructure, and strong commercial tradition, Spain plays a strategic role in international logistics. Its location as a logical connection point between Europe, the Americas, and Africa, has helped the country establish itself as a key logistics hub for global storage, distribution, and transport of goods. This integrated logistics capacity allows for the efficient management of goods from the moment they are received at ports and airports, to their storage on specialized logistics platforms, and finally, their distribution to various markets, both inside and outside Europe.

Spain’s logistics network is supported by robust infrastructure, including deep- water seaports such as those in Algeciras, Valencia, Barcelona, and Bilbao, as well as a network of roads and railroads that facilitate the rapid transit of goods. Additionally, intermodal logistics centers, free trade zones, and specialized operators promote a smooth supply chain, even for sensitive or regulated products.

Spain has bilateral and multilateral agreements that facilitate the exchange of goods, such as those signed within the EU framework with countries like Mexico, Chile, Colombia, and Mercosur members. These agreements have reduced tariff barriers, improved regulatory frameworks, and increased trust among economic operators. Spanish exports to America generally consist of machinery, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, food and beverages, while imports include raw materials, foodstuffs, agricultural products, minerals and fuels.

The connection between Spain and Africa has also grown stronger in recent decades for both geographic and economic reasons. Morocco is Spain’s main African trading partner, followed by Algeria, Egypt, and countries in sub- Saharan Africa such as Senegal and Nigeria. Key agreements such as the Euro-Mediterranean Association Agreements with several North African countries, as well as regional initiatives such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), support the growth of intercontinental trade. Spanish exports to Africa include vehicles, industrial products, electrical components, foodstuffs and medicine. Spain’s imports from the region primarily consist of hydrocarbons, phosphates, fish, tropical fruits, and textiles.

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Compliance with international regulations is essential in these commercial relationships. As a member of the European Union, Spain applies the EU Customs Code and all EU sanitary, phytosanitary, and technical regulations. This implies specific labeling, safety, traceability, and documentation requirements for products entering or leaving the country. Logistics operators need to be particularly familiar with certificates of origin, mutual recognition agreements, and border inspection procedures when it comes to products from the Americas or Africa. Additionally, international trade rules established by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and Incoterms standards are essential for defining logistics operation responsibilities and costs.

Both imports and exports between Spain and these continents require agile, transparent, and secure logistics. This involves not only efficient sea and air transport, but also customs services, storage adapted to different types of goods, document management, and technologies that enable real-time tracking.

At Logisber, we specialize in connecting Spain with markets in America and Africa. Thanks to our international experience, our knowledge of customs regulations, and our network of strategic partners, we guarantee a comprehensive and secure service at every stage of the logistics chain, from collection at origin to final delivery, including warehousing, distribution, and multimodal transport. If you would like to expand your operations beyond Europe, contact Logisber now and our team will provide you with personalized advice.