AGUNSA Chile

What AGUNSA Chile does

AGUNSA (Agencias Universales S.A.), founded in Chile in 1960, is a multinational logistics provider operating across 20+ countries in Latin America, North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates through four core service lines: Logistics Solutions (warehousing, distribution, mining logistics, land transport, e-commerce fulfillment), Maritime Solutions (ship and port agency, vessel representation, brokerage), Port Solutions (port operations, container depots, stevedoring), and Air Solutions (airport concessions and ground handling). Its technology stack centers on an integrated WMS/OMS/TMS platform with real-time inventory and order management capabilities, an online Container Depot Management System linking facilities across Chile with 25,000+ TEU capacity, and an e-commerce logistics platform unifying traditional logistics with end-user delivery. The company maintains a corporate accelerator (Open Warehouse / AGUNSA Ventures) to source innovation in transport, maritime, storage, and logistics technology. AGUNSA operates 400,000+ square meters of warehousing infrastructure and handles 30 million tons of port cargo and 430,000 truck trips annually.

The company generates revenue through managed services and professional services streams, including long-term enterprise contracts (predominantly multi-year) with major mining operators (35+ long-term contracts in Chile and Peru covering Codelco, Teck QB2, Anglo American, Capstone Copper, Sierra Gorda SCM, Albemarle, SQM, and others), port and airport concessions under PPP structures, and specialized logistics for retail, automotive, pharmaceutical, and aquaculture clients. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with contracts scoped by volume, complexity, and service level requirements. Distribution is direct enterprise sales via regional commercial teams covering Northern Zone and Southern Cone verticals, supported by an extensive branch network. Major operating subsidiaries include AEXSA (bonded warehousing), IMOLOG (3PL), KAR Logistics (automotive), VTP Cruise Terminal, AIRSEC, AGUNSA Ventures, AGS (North America), and the 75%-owned ESBO Logistics (Spain, acquired 2023). AGUNSA is controlled at 98.09% by Grupo Empresas Navieras S.A. (GEN), and reported 2022 revenue of approximately USD 610 million with a USD 800 million projection, alongside roughly 5,000 employees globally.

Name

AGUNSA Chile

Legal name

Agencias Universales S.A.

Website

https://agunsa.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

AGUNSA (Agencias Universales S.A.) is a Chilean multinational logistics company providing integrated maritime agency, port operations, land transport, warehousing, and mining logistics services across 20+ countries, primarily serving enterprise customers in mining, retail, automotive, and aquaculture sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Santiago

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices20 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Agency Services: Ship agency, port agency, and maritime representation services providing comprehensive vessel support including crew movement, coordination, documentation, and port operations. Core business service with long-standing market position.
2. Warehousing and Distribution: Storage and distribution services including 400,000 square meters of warehouses, bonded warehouses, cold storage, and last-mile delivery to B2B and B2C clients.
3. Mining Logistics Services: Comprehensive mining logistics including drilling and blasting, loading and haulage, leach pad operations, plant maintenance, and national logistics operator contracts. Over 35 long-term mining contracts in Chile and Peru.
4. International Logistics: International transportation, port operations, and cargo transport services handling over 30 million tons per year mobilized through ports.
5. E-commerce Logistics: Fulfilment services including reception, storage, order preparation, and last-mile delivery for e-commerce operations and marketplaces.
6. Airport Operations: Airport concessions and ground handling services, including investment and operation of international airports under PPP models.
7. Land Transport: Road transport of general and oversized cargo, including 430,000 truck trips per year and specialized project cargo transport.
8. Container Depot Services: Container depot operations with over 25,000 TEUs capacity at facilities in Santiago, Antofagasta, Valparaiso, San Antonio, and Talcahuano. Includes container leasing and sale services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AGUNSA is an integrated logistics operator providing ship agency, port operations, warehousing, land transport, mining logistics, airport concessions, and e-commerce fulfillment services across maritime, air, and land transport modes. The company serves enterprise clients with long-term contracts and offers four core service pillars: Logistics Solutions, Maritime Solutions, Port Solutions, and Air Solutions, supported by 400,000+ square meters of warehouse infrastructure and a presence in 20+ countries.

Product overview

AGUNSA is a Chilean multinational logistics company offering an integrated logistics platform with four core service areas: Logistics Solutions, Maritime Solutions, Port Solutions, and Air Solutions. The company serves diverse industries including mining, retail, pharmaceuticals, aquaculture, automotive, and project cargo. AGUNSA operates through multiple subsidiaries including IMOLOG (3PL services), KAR Logistics (automotive), VTP Cruise Terminal, and holds airport concessions. Additional offerings include e-commerce fulfillment services, container depot operations with 25,000+ TEUs capacity, and the Open Warehouse innovation accelerator program. The company provides online converter tools for container specifications and maintains presence across 20+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Soluciones Logísticas (Logistics Solutions) Comprehensive logistics solutions spanning warehousing, distribution, international logistics, project logistics, e-commerce logistics, mining logistics, and land transport services for enterprise clients across Latin America.
• Soluciones Marítimas (Maritime Solutions) Maritime agency services, vessel representation, bunkering, brokerage, and maritime representation for global shipping lines and vessel operators calling at Latin American ports.
• Soluciones Portuarias (Port Solutions) Port operations, port concessions, container depots, launch and tug services, document services, and stevedoring at various port terminals across Chile and Latin America.
• Soluciones Aéreas (Air Solutions) Air cargo services, airport concessions, ground handling, and airline representations at international airports including AGUNSA-SACYR joint venture operations.
• Container Depot Services Container depot operations with more than 25,000 TEUs capacity at facilities in Santiago, Antofagasta, Valparaiso, San Antonio, and Talcahuano, including storage, repair, reception, dispatch, and leasing services.
• AGUNSA E-commerce Service E-commerce fulfillment services including reception, storage, order preparation, and last-mile delivery integration with various e-commerce platforms and marketplaces, managed through an integrated e-commerce logistics platform.
• Airport Operations and Concessions Airport investment, development, and operation services under Public-Private Partnership models, including ground handling, passenger services, and cargo operations at international airports in Chile and the Caribbean.
• VTP Cruise Terminal Cruise passenger terminal operations at the Port of Valparaiso with capacity to handle up to 6,000 tourists simultaneously, also available for large-scale events.
• KAR Logistics (Automotive Logistics) Automotive logistics subsidiary providing comprehensive transport, storage, accessorization, pre-delivery inspection, and dispatch services for automotive dealers, reaching 100,000 vehicles handled at Noviciado storage yard.
• IMOLOG Third-Party Logistics Third-party logistics (3PL) services for various industries including dangerous cargo handling, with modern distribution centers meeting DS/43 Chilean regulations for flammable products and dangerous goods storage.
• Retail Logistics Services Comprehensive retail logistics services including cargo reception, storage, inventory control, B2B and B2C distribution, order preparation (picking and packing), and value-added services such as labeling and assembly.
• Pharmaceutical Logistics Services Cold chain and pharmaceutical logistics services including frozen and controlled temperature storage, product packaging, national and international distribution, and inventory control for pharmaceutical clients.
• Project Cargo Logistics Transport and storage of oversized and special cargo for mining, energy, and industrial projects, including route feasibility studies, special permits, and multi-modal coordination.
• Container Converters (Online Tools) Online conversion tools providing container specifications, weight, length, and volume measurements to support logistics planning for customers and industry professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 35+ long-term mining contracts across Chile and Peru
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ENEXminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 May 2025New commercial partnership in Chile with ENEX focused on Lubricants and Spare Parts division, strengthening service offerings to mining and industrial clients.
• A.R. SAVAGE COMPANY LLCminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 February 2024AGS (Agunsa North America) collaboration with A.R. SAVAGE COMPANY LLC to enhance service standards across North America, strengthening US market presence.
• Omni Transloading & Logistics and Omni Bulk ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 February 2024AGS strategic investment in Omni Transloading & Logistics and Omni Bulk Services, solidifying North American logistics capabilities in bulk and project cargo handling.
• ESBO LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 September 2023AGUNSA acquired 75% stake in Spain-based ESBO Logistics to expand presence in European logistics market. The acquisition provides access to innovative warehousing technology and aims to generate synergies in e-commerce services. ESBO brings European operational expertise and technology to AGUNSA's Latin American logistics platform.
• Private Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Dalmook AI MaktoumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 July 2023Joint investment partnership with Dubai-based Private Office for Barbados Grantley Adams International Airport PPP. Investment of approximately BDS $300 million (USD $147 million) for airport modernization, cargo hub development, and tourism infrastructure over 30-year concession period.
• Government of BarbadoscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 July 2023MoU signed with Government of Barbados for Public Private Partnership in investment, development, and operation of Grantley Adams International Airport. 30-year concession period with investment in customer experience, hemispheric cargo hub, and retail revenues.
• Shiplilly LatamminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 September 2020AGUNSA Colombia integration with Shiplilly Latam for maritime services, complementing ground transportation and customs services into comprehensive offering for clients in Colombia.
• VITRAminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2020IMOLOG (AGUNSA subsidiary) partnership with VITRA fertilizer company for 3PL logistics operations. Includes use of modern distribution center for dangerous cargo meeting Chilean regulations (DS/43) for flammable products and dangerous goods storage.
• SACYRcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2019AGUNSA-SACYR joint venture for Arica Chacalluta Airport concession. Second concession with USD 55 million investment planned for terminal expansion, platform extension, new control tower, cargo terminal, and infrastructure modernization.
• MarpacificominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAGUNSA Group company based in Mendoza, Argentina specializing in mining logistics operations. Collaborates with AGUNSA Argentina on Expo Minera San Juan and mining industry events.
• AGENORminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint operations with AGENOR for maintenance services at Puerto Patache mining terminal under contract with Compañía Minera Cordillera.
• CPT (Compañía de Puertos del Bulk)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTowage services provider for Patache Maritime Mining Terminal operations.
• REPORTminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLinesmen, trimmers and shiploader services at Patache Maritime Mining Terminal since terminal began operations in 1998.
• AGUNSA VenturesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate venture arm focused on innovation in logistics and transport, operating accelerator programs and strategic investments in logistics technology.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ultramar: Chilean maritime agency and logistics company providing ship agency, port services, and integrated logistics solutions across Latin America. Directly comparable as a domestic Chilean competitor with overlapping maritime, port, and land logistics offerings.
• SAAM (Sudamericana Agencias Aéreas y Marítimas): Chilean port and maritime services operator with stevedoring, towage, and terminal concessions across the Americas. Directly comparable in port operations, ship agency, and maritime logistics, with similar Chilean roots and Latin American footprint.
• Rhenus Logistics: German-headquartered global logistics company with significant Latin American operations and warehousing focus. Comparable in integrated contract logistics, warehousing, and multi-modal transport solutions across European and Latin American markets.
• CSAV - Compañía Sudamericana de Vapores: Chilean container shipping and logistics company with deep Latin American port and maritime operations. Comparable as a Chilean-headquartered multi-modal logistics player serving similar regional customer base across shipping, ports, and inland transport.
• SOMARCO: Chilean port stevedoring and maritime services company operating in major Chilean ports. Directly comparable in port operations and container handling, serving similar shipping line customers in overlapping Chilean port locations.

Broad incumbents

• Hapag-Lloyd: Global container shipping line and logistics provider. Comparable as a customer-partner in container shipping services; AGUNSA provides ship agency and container depot services to Hapag-Lloyd at Puerto Quetzal, reflecting overlapping maritime services markets.
• Maersk: Global integrated container shipping and logistics company with end-to-end supply chain services. Comparable in ocean freight, port operations, and inland logistics, but vastly larger and operating at global scale across all major trade lanes.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Global freight forwarding and contract logistics provider with strong presence in Latin America. Comparable in warehousing, distribution, and supply chain solutions for retail, pharma, and industrial customers, but operates globally with broader service portfolio.
• DP World: Global port operator and logistics provider with terminals and integrated logistics services worldwide. Comparable as a larger, established port operator with overlap in container depots, port concessions, and end-to-end logistics, but with a much broader global portfolio.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Global logistics provider offering air, ocean, road freight, and contract logistics. Comparable in multi-modal freight forwarding and contract logistics for enterprise customers, but at much larger global scale across all industries and geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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