What TransNatur does

TransNatur is a Spanish family-owned integrated logistics operator (5PL) founded in 1967, providing multimodal freight transport across road, maritime, and air networks. The company operates 18 offices and terminals across Spain and Portugal, employing more than 700 professionals, and reaches 48 countries with 87 international destinations through an exclusive global agent network. Its service portfolio spans international and national road freight, maritime transport (as an NVOCC operator), air freight (as an IATA-licensed agent), customs brokerage, warehousing across 86,000 m² of facilities, and specialized offerings including fine art transport, trade fair logistics, parcels, cargo insurance, and triangular/cross-trade operations. The customer base spans automotive and electrical, machine tool, food and pharma, furniture and decoration, and clothing and sporting goods verticals, alongside horizontal B2B importers and exporters.

The company delivers services through owned infrastructure supplemented by exclusive global agent partnerships, supported by proprietary technology including an electronic Track & Trace system, automated traceability management from origin to end consumer, EDI connections, centralized supply chain visibility, and FIFO/LIFO/FEFO storage systems at customs-bonded warehouses. The technology stack is conventional logistics software rather than AI-driven, focused on operational integration and regulatory compliance. Competitive positioning rests on multi-decade brand presence, a deep set of regulatory certifications (ISO 9001 since 1993, ISO 14001 since 1997, AEO, GDP, GLP, IATA agent ES-RA-201 and ES-RA-202, AESA), and a "we call you" personalized service model with a 24-hour quote response commitment. The company is a member of FIATA, FETEIA, Atlas Logistic Network, and APLN.

TransNatur generates revenue through professional services and managed services tied to transport and warehousing, with quote-based, pay-as-you-go pricing. The go-to-market is direct enterprise sales through owned offices. FY2023 net sales totaled 22 million EUR (32 million EUR including pass-through costs). The company is wholly family-owned with no external investors and operates through two main subsidiaries — TRANSNATUR NORTE, S.L. in Spain's Basque Country and S.H. Transnatur – Transitários Internacionais, S.A. in Portugal (with 741,015 EUR of capital).

Name

TransNatur

Legal name

TRANSNATUR S.A.

Website

https://transnatur.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

TransNatur is a Spanish family-owned 5PL logistics operator founded in 1967, providing multimodal freight transport, customs brokerage, and warehousing across Spain, Portugal, and 48 international destinations through an exclusive agent network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding & Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (48423), Local Messengers and Local Delivery (492210)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking (No Local) (4213)

akta.pro primary industry

Cross-Border Trucking & Border Transfer (Linehaul, Transloading) (TLACACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cross-Docking & Transload Facilities (Non-Temp Controlled) (TLALAAAE), Project Cargo & Heavy-Lift Transload (TLALAFAL)

Keywords

• International freight forwarding
• Multimodal transport services
• Warehousing and distribution
• Customs clearance services
• Cargo insurance services

Headquarters

HQ city

Prat De Llobregat

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 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. Transport and Logistics Services: Revenue generated from comprehensive transport services including international road transport, maritime transport, air transport, and national land transport. Services include freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, and specialized services such as trade fairs logistics and art transport.
2. Warehousing and Storage Services: Revenue from logistics and storage operations including 86,000 m² of transit and logistics warehouses, offering inventory management with various storage systems (FIFO, LIFO, FEFO), and customs bonded warehouses.
3. Customs Brokerage Services: Revenue from customs clearance services including import/export documentation, INTRASTAT processing, customs transit management, and advisory services for international transport.
4. Cargo Insurance Services: Revenue from freight transport insurance with personalized coverage protecting goods against losses or physical damage with maximum coverage up to their value.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

TransNatur is a family-owned integrated 5PL logistics operator providing multimodal freight transport (international road, maritime, air, and national road), warehousing, customs clearance, and specialized logistics services across Spain, Portugal, and worldwide through an exclusive international agent network. The company serves sector-specific verticals including automotive, machine tools, food, pharmaceuticals, furniture, apparel, and optical industries, supported by ISO, IATA, and AEO certifications and approximately 86,000 m² of warehousing capacity.

Product overview

TransNatur is an integrated logistics operator (5PL) providing a comprehensive portfolio of freight transport and logistics services. The core offering spans four main transport modes: international road freight (covering 48 countries), maritime freight (as an NVOCC operator), air freight (as an IATA-licensed agent), and national road transport within Spain and Portugal. These transport services are underpinned by value-added logistics and warehousing (86,000 m² across transit and logistics facilities), customs clearance, and insurance. Additional specialized services include triangular/cross-trade operations, trade fair and project logistics, parcel delivery, and fine art transport. The company also provides a Track & Trace platform for real-time shipment visibility. All services are delivered through 18 owned offices and terminals in Spain and Portugal, supplemented by an exclusive global network of agents for worldwide coverage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• International Road Transport Cross-border road freight services linking Spain and Portugal with destinations across Europe and worldwide via TransNatur's exclusive international agent network, for businesses requiring overland shipping of goods.
• Maritime Transport Ocean freight forwarding services for full-container, less-than-container, and bulk shipments, including origin-to-destination coordination, port handling, and documentation for businesses engaged in import and export trade.
• Air Transport Time-sensitive air freight forwarding for businesses requiring expedited international shipments, operated under IATA accreditation with full charter and standard cargo options.
• National Road Transport Domestic road freight services within Spain and Portugal for businesses distributing goods locally and regionally, including full-truckload, less-than-truckload, and distribution runs.
• Logistics and Warehousing Storage and warehousing services with approximately 86,000 m² of capacity across Iberian facilities, supporting FIFO, LIFO, and FEFO inventory rotation for businesses with ongoing storage and distribution needs.
• Customs Services Customs clearance and brokerage services under AEO accreditation, handling import and export documentation, duty calculation, and regulatory compliance for goods moving across Iberian and EU borders.
• Triangular Operations Coordinated multi-country logistics operations involving three or more parties or jurisdictions, including triangle shipment arrangements for trade between sellers and buyers in different countries, with consolidated documentation and transport.
• Trade Fairs and Projects Specialized transport and logistics for trade exhibitions, fairs, and time-bound project moves, including on-site handling, temporary storage, and time-critical delivery for exhibitors and project organizers.
• Parcels Small-package and parcel shipping services for businesses requiring expedited door-to-door delivery of smaller consignments within Iberia and internationally.
• Fine Art Transport Specialized fine art and high-value goods transport with dedicated handling, climate-aware routing, security, and white-glove services for galleries, auction houses, collectors, and institutions.
• Cargo Insurance Insurance coverage for goods in transit across road, maritime, and air modes, arranged by TransNatur to protect businesses against loss or damage during shipping.

Quantifiable outcome

• 338 weekly truck arrivals and 390 weekly departures
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FIATA (International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations)coreOthersTransNatur is a member of FIATA, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations, which provides global recognition and networking in the freight forwarding industry.
• FETEIA (Spanish Federation of Freight Forwarders)coreOthersTransNatur is a member of FETEIA, the Spanish Federation of Freight Forwarders and Related Services, representing their interests in Spain.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)coreTechnology or IntegrationTransNatur operates as an Official IATA Agent (ES-RA-201 and ES-RA-202), providing air freight services with access to global airline networks and standardized industry practices.
• Atlas Logistic NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransNatur is a member of Atlas Logistic Network, part of their exclusive global agent network for worldwide logistics coverage.
• APLN (Advanced Professional Logistics Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransNatur is a member of APLN, operating as an NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) operator with ability to adapt to specific customer needs.
• Magnet Tech Logistics HubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransNatur collaborates with Magnet Tech Logistics Hub for logistics operations, visible in their certifications section.
• Fuerteventura Warehouse PartnerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew collaborator in Fuerteventura with 500 sqm warehouse and 2 employees to reinforce Canary Islands operations.
• Marseille PartnerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew partner in Marseille area to boost export and import traffic in the region.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• JF Hillebrand: Specialist freight forwarder focused on beverage, bulk liquid, and breakbulk logistics. Comparable as a niche multimodal forwarder with deep vertical specialization, though operating in a different end market than TransNatur's core verticals.

Broad incumbents

• DB Schenker: European-headquartered global freight forwarder with land, air, ocean, and contract logistics services. Direct competitor in European road and intermodal services; mid-tier benchmark for European forwarding scale.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Air, ocean, and road freight forwarding arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group. Operates in the same multimodal freight forwarding category as TransNatur but with global infrastructure and corporate scale.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders with global sea, air, road, and contract logistics. Competes with TransNatur on the same customer RFPs but at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• Dachser: Family-owned European logistics company with strong road freight and warehousing networks. Comparable ownership structure, European density, and multimodal ambitions including air and sea forwarding.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: German-headquartered, family-influenced global forwarder with road, air, sea, and contract logistics. Direct peer given similar mid-market European roots and integrated multimodal offering.
• Girteka Logistics: Large European road transport and logistics operator serving pan-European supply chains. Comparable in road freight emphasis and European customer base, though with a different scale and asset profile.
• Rhenus Logistics: Mid-size European family-influenced freight forwarder with multimodal road, air, sea, and warehousing services. Highly comparable to TransNatur in scale, geographic emphasis, and service breadth.
• Expeditors International: Asset-light global freight forwarder focused on air and ocean freight with strong technology platform. Comparable asset-light model and customer base in international B2B freight forwarding.
• DSV A/S: Global freight forwarder with strong European road and multimodal capability. Closest comparable in multi-modal forwarding model, though materially larger scale, making it the principal competitive benchmark for TransNatur.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TransNatur
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/TransnaturTV
• Facebookfacebook.com/TransNatur
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/transnatur

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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