UNO Logística hires Andersen to legally protect the sector against new regulatory challenges

 

La Business Organization for Logistics and Transport España, UNO, has formalized in Madrid the incorporation of the multidisciplinary law firm Andersen as a new collaborating partner. This strategic agreement's main objective is to strengthen specialized legal support for companies in the logistics sector within an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

 

The signing of the agreement was led by Francisco Aranda, President of UNO Logistics, and José Vicente Morote, managing partner of Andersen IberiaBoth entities will work together to help companies in the sector anticipate and manage their main challenges with greater legal certainty in key areas such as labor law, corporate taxation, and compliance and confidentiality, sustainability and the regulatory environment.

 

An alliance for more competitive logistics

 

Francisco Aranda He welcomed the addition, stating that “this alliance reinforces our employers' association's commitment to a more competitive logistics sector, better prepared to meet current regulatory, tax, and legal challenges.” According to the president of UNO, the collaboration with an internationally renowned firm such as Andersen It is fundamental, since "it allows companies in the sector to receive highly specialized advice in key areas for their activity and decision-making."

 

The head of the logistics employers' association pointed to the growing complexity of the regulatory framework: “The logistics sector operates in an increasingly complex regulatory environment, with growing regulations at the national and European levels that directly impact its daily operations.” In this context, Aranda He believes that “having experts with an international vision is essential to anticipate risks, ensure legislative compliance and optimize the management of operations.”

 

Expert advice as a strategic factor

 

The managing partner of Andersen, José Vicente MoroteHe emphasized the essential nature of logistics for the Spanish economy. “Its evolution is marked by increasing regulatory, labor, tax, technological, and environmental complexity, which demands specialized advice and a cross-cutting view of the business,” he stated. MoroteThis collaboration represents “an opportunity to contribute our legal and tax knowledge to a strategic sector, helping its companies to anticipate risks, make decisions with greater legal certainty and rigorously face the challenges of competitiveness, sustainability and technological transformation.”

 

The joint roadmap of UNO y Andersen This includes developing initiatives to improve knowledge of the regulatory framework, such as preparing reports on labor trends, the tax impact of new regulations, and emerging requirements affecting logistics companies.

 

Key Areas of Alliance Advice UNO Andersen

 

Advisory Area
Strategic objective

Labor and
Adaptation to new regulations and management of labor relations.

Corporate Taxation
Tax optimization and compliance with national and European regulations.

Compliance
Ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate legal risks.

Sustainability and ESG
To meet new regulatory requirements in environmental and social matters.

Regulatory
Navigating the complexity of specific sectoral regulations.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the alliance between UNO and Andersen

 

How does this alliance benefit my logistics company in Spain?

The companies associated with UNO They will have access to highly specialized legal and tax advice from AndersenThis allows for better anticipation of regulatory risks, decision-making with greater legal certainty, and optimization in the management of critical areas such as taxation, labor relations, and compliance with sustainability regulations.

 

What implications does this agreement have for the competitiveness of the Spanish logistics sector?

The agreement contributes to the professionalization and resilience of the logistics sector in EspañaBy facilitating access to expert advice, companies are helped to navigate the growing regulatory complexity (national and European) more effectively, resulting in improved competitiveness, greater operational security, and better preparedness for the challenges of digital and sustainable transformation.

 

In what specific areas will Andersen's advice to UNO partners focus?

The advice will focus on five fundamental pillars for the operation of logistics companies: labor law, business taxation, compliance and confidentialitysustainability (ESG) and regulatory lawThe goal is to offer comprehensive coverage that addresses the main challenges currently facing the sector.