Cesce and ATEIA-OLTRA Barcelona join forces to promote the internationalization of freight forwarders

 

Cesce and partnership ATEIA-OLTRA BARCELONA They signed in Barcelona A strategic agreement to provide freight forwarding companies with key risk management tools, guaranteeing their competitiveness and financial security in the face of growing uncertainty in foreign trade.

 

A framework for international logistics cooperation

 

The agreement signed between both entities seeks to strengthen the financial position of freight forwarders. BarcelonaThis facilitates access to protection solutions against potential payment defaults and optimizes the management of cross-border operations. The signing ceremony was attended by prominent executives who emphasized the importance of establishing synergies at a time when logistics faces unprecedented structural challenges.

 

Following the formalization of the agreement, a technical session was held entitled "Geopolitics of Maritime Transport: Key Aspects of Global Routes and Market Prospecting"The day was opened by Ma Helena de Felipe, President of the Comisión Internacional de Foment del Treball, and José M. Vicens, legal secretary-advisor of ATEIA-OLTRA BARCELONABoth speakers agreed that the geopolitical uncertainty It has ceased to be a temporary measure and has become a fixed element in the planning of global business.

 

Key Concept	Agreement Details / Analysis
Signature Date	April 29th 2026
Signatory entities	Cesce y ATEIA-OLTRA BARCELONA
Risk in Hormuz	Potential mismatch of 10 million barrels of oil/day
Arctic Route	Reduction of journeys Asia Europa to the half

 

Comprehensive risk management in fragmented markets

 

Joaquim Montsant, territorial director of Cesce, stressed the need to apply a "360-degree risk management"Although the executive noted that, for the moment, there has not been an alarming increase in late payments, he warned that the current volatility requires companies to remain vigilant. "The need to find new clients compels companies to rely more than ever on high-quality data to minimize financial risks," he stated. Montsant during his intervention.

 

Prospecting in new international markets requires a solid information base to avoid the impact of economic fragmentation and ensure that the expansion of the client portfolio does not compromise the liquidity of the freight forwarding company.

 

Analysis of choke points and critical paths

 

The main technical presentation was given by Pablo ArjonaSenior Country Risk Analyst at Cesce, who analyzed the main points of strangulation or choke points of global maritime transport. Arjona put the spotlight on the Estrecho de Ormuzdescribing it as a point of extreme vulnerability. A blockade in this area would surpass the impact of the energy crises of 1973 and 1979, severely affecting the global energy supply.

 

In addition, other logistical stress scenarios were reviewed:

• Canal de Suez: Affected by persistent instability in the Mar Rojo.
• Canal de Panamá: With operational restrictions resulting from the effects of climate change.
• Ruta Ártica: It is being described as a strategic alternative that could transform transit times in the next decade.

 

Data intelligence for business expansion

 

The closing of the day was led by Silvia BanchiniCommercial and Operations Director of inAtlas. Banchini presented solutions of tactical prospecting Designed to help freight forwarders accurately identify trading partners, these tools combine customs data and financial, allowing the geolocation of business opportunities and the evaluation of supplier solvency and customers instantly.

 

With this initiative, ATEIA-OLTRA BARCELONA It reaffirms its role as a strategic ally of its associates, providing the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate a complex and constantly evolving logistics ecosystem.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Cesce-ATEIA agreement

 

What is the main objective of this agreement?
Strengthening the financial security and risk management capacity of freight forwarding companies Barcelona in their foreign trade operations.

 

Which aspects of global logistics are causing the most concern, according to experts?
Especially the Estrecho de Ormuz, due to its impact on crude oil, as well as the limitations in the channels of Suez y Panamá.

 

How does data intelligence help freight forwarders?
It allows the identification of solvent customers and suppliers through the integration of customs and financial data, facilitating safer strategic decisions.