El Consejo Andaluz de Cámaras de Comercio requested urgent aid from the Junta de Andalucía to mitigate the impact of the war on exports, due to the increased logistical costs resulting from the tensions in the Golfo Pérsico.
Logistics crisis and rising maritime transport costs
In a key meeting in Sevilla, Consejo Andaluz de Cámaras de Comercio has formally communicated to the Consejería de Economía, Hacienda, Fondos Europeos y Diálogo Social from the Junta de Andalucía The state of alarm in the export sector. International instability, exacerbated by conflicts in the Golfo Pérsico, has exposed the fragility of global supply chainscausing severe congestion at key strategic nodes.
This scenario has led to an exponential increase in operating costs. According to data from the institution, the price of maritime shipments has more than quadrupled in just a few weeks, rising from a base of €1.500 to over €6.500 per container on various international trade routes, representing a increase of over 333%.
| Cost Concept | Previous Value | Current Value (April 2026) | Percentage Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime Transport (Freight) | 1.500 € | > 6.500 € | + 333,33 % |
| Insurance Premiums | Standard | On the rise | Reduction of margins |
Critical impact on the agri-food sector
The situation is especially worrying for the Andalusian agri-food sectorThis segment is characterized by operating with very tight profit margins and a high sensitivity to any variation in the final price of the product in the destination markets. As a direct consequence, Andalusian companies are already reporting:
- Severe losses of competitiveness compared to other international markets.
- Cancellation of commercial transactions already agreed.
- Structural difficulties in ensuring the continuity of export activity.
Against this background, the Consejo Andaluz de Cámaras It considers it essential that the regional administration assess the activation of extraordinary support measures, following the example of other countries that are already protecting their exporting muscle in the face of the external crisis.
Proposed measures and chamber management
The specific proposal submitted to the Junta de Andalucía This includes the study and activation of an extraordinary line of financial aid. These subsidies would be intended to offset the increased cost of transportation, cover the rise in insurance premiums, and ensure that the most vulnerable sectors can maintain their international presence.
Finally, the institution has made its logistical and technical capacity available to the public administration to channel this aid through the Plan Cameral de AndalucíaThe goal is for resources to reach businesses efficiently and quickly to prevent the closure of strategic markets for the region's economy.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the impact of exports
What has caused the 333% increase in export costs?
Primarily the geopolitical tensions in the Golfo Pérsicowhich have caused delays, congestion at key logistics hubs and a drastic increase in maritime freight rates.
Which sector is most affected by this crisis in Andalusia?
The agri-food sector is the most vulnerable due to its narrow profit margins and its high sensitivity to variations in the final price in foreign trade.
What solution do the Chambers of Commerce propose?
The creation of a line of extraordinary aid managed through the Plan Cameral de Andalucía to cover the increase in international transport and insurance.
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