Chile: That’s how functions our Prime Latin American service.

Chile: That’s how functions our Prime Latin American service.

It is one of the major international markets, as its multiple connections and ports allow it to be a key axis for countries like Spain. Within this scenario we find Chile as a key market for spanish trade, as it is one of the most consolidated south american economies.

It must be borne in mind that maritime transport is one of the most demanded modes of distribution worldwide. According to the UNCTAD report on maritime transport for 2022, in the period 2023-2027, maritime trade will increase by 2.1 per cent annually. While the figure is not as strong as in previous years, there are many factors that are affecting this situation, such as inflation, tensions or war conflicts.

These issues inevitably undermine the work of the global supply chain as managing all the necessary steps in such a changing environment can be a major challenge.

Maritime transport in Spain and Chile

Maritime distribution has been one of the most widely used modes of transport for centuries, because cargo capacity and country coverage make it one of its most efficient and appropriate modes.

In Spain there are 46 ports managed by 28 port authorities. This information, from State Ports, indicates that this activity accounts for 20% of the GDP of the transport sector, representing 1.1% of GDP at the national level.

If we focus on Chile, we see that its port system consists of 56 ports of which 32 are for private use, according to the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of the Government of Chile.

Its total volume of exports to Spain in 2021 was 629,904 tonnes, while the volume of imports was 636.025.

These data from the Maritime Statistical Bulletin of the Navy of Chile show the close distribution relationship that we find between Spain and Chile. The free trade agreement between the two countries enables them to maintain a strong and consolidated bond.

Our Prime Service

As Chile is one of the priorities when it comes to maritime distribution, it is essential to have an operator that provides specialized distribution.

That is why Cotransa offers a prime service in Chile, with very competitive fleets, as well as services at destination and customs advice. Being a specialist in logistics solutions applied to the Chilean market, the more than 50 years of experience indicate the professionalism and knowledge of the international market of this business.

With a consolidated service it is all about offering at all times the best quality of transport at the lowest cost. In what way?

Coordinating loads and carrying out triangular operations originating in third countries.

Load types play a key role in this aspect, which is why Cotransa deals with the transportation of over-sized loads, RO-RO, folding and key-in-hand projects. In turn, it offers options for Xtrade to Chile transactions from any location.

Although its maritime distribution is the most notable, it also has an air transport service, which allows to manage the various loads in the most optimal way.

Why choose Cotransa in Chile Maritime Service?

The ports of Angamos, Antofagasta, Arica, Coronel, Iquique, San Antonio, San Vicente, Puerto Montt, Punta Arenas, and Valparaíso have the presence of Cotransa as a specialized agent, business that also offers a consolidated service directed to San Antonio.

With very competitive fleets and customs and destination advisory service, Cotransa’s strategy is based on its expertise in projects and competitiveness in the Chilean area.

As maritime transport is a key axis for global logistics and distribution services, being able to establish a good relationship between Spain and Chile in this scenario is essential. To do this in a consolidated and safe way it is recommended to have a specialized company to carry out the best possible management.