What Expotrans does

Expotrans SpA is an Italy-based freight forwarding and logistics company founded in 1990, headquartered in Rome, and operating as a subsidiary managed and coordinated by Fiera Milano SpA. The company's core business is exhibition and event logistics, providing pick-up, transport, customs formalities, on-site handling, and delivery to stands for trade-show exhibitors and standbuilders. It holds official freight forwarder and lifting contractor appointments at seven major Italian venues — Fiera Milano (since 2004), Rimini Fiera (since 2006), Fiera di Vicenza (since 2015), Fiere di Parma (since 2020), Bologna Congressi (since 2022), Allianz MiCo (since 2018), and Lingotto Fiere (since 2026) — together representing an embedded distribution position at the largest exhibition centers in Italy.

Beyond exhibition logistics, Expotrans operates four service lines: fine arts shipping (museum-standard cases, climate-controlled transport, GPS tracking, nail-to-nail insurance), live events logistics (concerts, theater, Formula 1 and Formula E), general cargo international forwarding through WCA Family and AiO Logistic Network correspondent agents (4,000+ worldwide), and warehousing across more than 4,000 m² of space including dangerous-goods storage. Proprietary technology includes a paperless CRM/operations platform introduced in 2013 and a venue-specific traffic-management software with a time-slot vehicle-entry system deployed at Rimini Fiera in 2018.

The revenue model is professional-services based with quote-driven, ad hoc pricing per shipment and event. Distribution is dual-channel: on-site operations at fairgrounds (primary channel for exhibition logistics) and online quotation/booking funnels via expotrans.net and booking.expotrans.net (also for fine arts, live events, and general cargo). The company reports 1,408 events managed and 36,323 on-site services delivered in 2024, with 7,864 fine arts services and 2,351 non-standard general cargo shipments in the same period. International expansion is represented by EXPOTRANS Pte. Ltd. in Singapore (established 2020). Regulatory credentials include AEO C+S, ENAC Regulated Agent Scheda 3, and UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 (RINA/IQNET, 2025-2028).

Name

Expotrans

Legal name

Expotrans SpA

Website

https://expotrans.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Expotrans SpA is an Italy-based freight forwarder specializing in exhibition and event logistics, serving as official forwarder at seven major Italian venues. A subsidiary of Fiera Milano SpA, it also provides fine arts shipping, live-event logistics, and general cargo forwarding worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Exhibition and Event Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Trade Show / Event Expedited Freight (TLADANAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fine Art & Exhibition Cargo Forwarding (TLACAJAH), Trade Show, Exhibit & Event Logistics Moving (HSAKAKAK), Transportation, Logistics & Mobility Shows Organizers (THAHABAL)

Keywords

• Exhibition logistics
• Freight forwarding services
• Fine arts shipping
• Trade show logistics
• Customs clearance

Headquarters

HQ city

Rome

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Exhibition and Event Logistics Services: Complete logistics services for trade shows and events including pick-up, transport, customs formalities, and delivery to stands. Revenue generated through service fees for freight forwarding and lifting contractor services at official fairground appointments.
2. Fine Arts Shipping and Handling: Specialized transport, packaging, installation and accrochage services for artworks. Includes air-conditioned storage, museum-standard wooden cases, and 'nail to nail' insurance coverage.
3. Live Events Logistics: Transport of goods for concerts, sporting events, theater performances and other live events requiring special attention and care.
4. General Cargo International Shipping: International shipments of any kind of goods worldwide, including non-standard, perishable, and special material shipments. Handles pharmaceuticals, aircraft spare parts, special machines, electronic components, and flash supplies.
5. Warehousing Services: Storage services for exhibition materials, empty and full cases, dangerous goods, and fine arts in over 4,000 square meters of warehouse space.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Expotrans provides freight forwarding and logistics services specializing in exhibitions and trade shows, including pick-up, transport, customs formalities, and on-site delivery. The company also offers fine arts shipping and installation, live events logistics, general cargo international shipping, and warehousing services across 4,000+ square meters of storage space. As official freight forwarder at seven major Italian exhibition venues, Expotrans delivers end-to-end logistics for exhibitors, museums, event organizers, and international shippers.

Product overview

Expotrans is a logistics and shipping services company that operates as a unified service portfolio rather than a software platform. The core offerings include exhibition and congress logistics, fine arts shipments, live events logistics, and general cargo services. Supporting these are warehousing facilities (over 4,000 sqm), third-party warehousing with order management, and digital services including an online booking platform and quotation request system. The company also developed proprietary traffic management software for exhibition venue operations. Expotrans serves as official freight forwarder at seven major Italian exhibition venues: Fiera Milano (since 2004), Rimini Fiera (since 2006), Fiera di Vicenza (since 2015), Bologna Congressi (since 2022), Fiere di Parma (since 2020), and Lingotto Fiere (since 2026).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Exhibition and Congress Logistics Complete shipping and logistics services for exhibition goods, including pick-up, transport, customs formalities, and delivery to exhibition stands at trade shows and congresses.
• Fine Arts Shipments Specialized transport, packaging, and installation services for artworks including museum-standard wooden cases, air-conditioned vehicles, GPS tracking, and nail-to-nail insurance coverage for museums, galleries, and collectors.
• Live Events Logistics Shipping services for concerts, sporting events, theater performances, and other live events requiring special attention and care, serving clients including Olympic Games, Formula 1, and Broadway productions.
• General Cargo Services International cargo shipments worldwide, including sea freight, air freight, and road freight services for standard and non-standard materials such as pharmaceuticals, aircraft spare parts, and special machinery.
• Warehousing Storage facilities with over 4,000 square meters of warehouse space for dangerous goods, fine arts, and exhibition materials, including climate-controlled areas with security systems.
• Third Party Warehousing and Order Management Order management services for items stored in company warehouses, including inventory management, picking, packaging, and delivery to destination, maintaining updated stock levels.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,408 managed events in 2024
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lingotto FierecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Official Freight Forwarder and On-Site Contractor at Lingotto Fiere since 2026. Handles shipping and logistics for events in the Turin fairground.
• Bologna CongressicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Official Freight Forwarder and On-Site Contractor of Bologna Congressi since 2022. Handles shipping and logistics for congresses and meetings in the Congress Center.
• Fiere di ParmacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Official Freight Forwarder and Lifting Contractor at Fiere di Parma since 2020. Provides handling services with forklifts, transpallets and cranes, and studies solutions for transportation and storage of exhibits.
• Allianz MiCo (Milano Congressi)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018On-site presence at Mi.Co. (Milano Congressi), one of the largest Congress Centers in Europe. Manages lifting services for conferences, concerts and shows material.
• Fiera di VicenzacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Official Freight Forwarder at Fiera di Vicenza since 2015. Provides on-site staff, specialized workers, equipment and forklift hire, and warehousing services for empty cases and equipment.
• Rimini FieracoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006Official and Sole Freight Forwarder and Lifting Contractor at Rimini Fiera. Serves major events including Sigep, Ecomondo, Tecnargilla and Rimini Wellness. Expotrans developed traffic management software specifically for this fairground.
• Fiera MilanocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2004Expotrans is the Official Forwarder and Lifting Contractor at Fiera Milano, the most important Italian exhibition center and one of the largest in Europe. Dedicated staff of over 20 people manage all logistics needs. Expotrans is managed and coordinated by Fiera Milano SpA.
• WCA FamilycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of WCA Family, one of the major networks of international agents for General Cargo. Provides access to over 4,000 correspondents worldwide for comprehensive global shipment coverage.
• AOP (All Over Logistics Partners)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of AOP network, one of the important networks in the shipments industry for international partnerships.
• IELA (International Exhibition Logistics Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of IELA, the international exhibition logistics association providing industry-specific expertise and networking.
• UFI (The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of UFI, the global association representing exhibition industry operators.
• Logistica ArteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of Logistica Arte, association for art logistics professionals.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIATA Agent providing access to best airline booking fares and ENAC Regulated Agent status for air cargo security.
• FedespediminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of Fedespedi, the Italian freight forwarding association.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DSV Panalpina: DSV is a global freight forwarder offering air, sea, and road freight plus special projects (including events and fairs) divisions. Comparable as a broad incumbent in international freight forwarding serving similar corporate customers.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's largest freight forwarders with established event logistics, fine arts, and perishables verticals. Comparable as a broad incumbent that competes for the international legs of Expotrans's exhibition and fine arts shipments.
• Agility Logistics (Agility GIL): Agility is a global freight forwarder with event logistics, fairs and exhibitions, and project cargo capabilities. Comparable as a broad incumbent in international event and exhibition forwarding.
• CEVA Logistics: CEVA is a global freight forwarder and contract logistics provider with operations across air, sea, road, and finished vehicle logistics. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for international exhibition and general cargo forwarding work.
• DB Schenker (DB Cargo Logistics): DB Schenker is a major global freight forwarder with dedicated trade fair, event, and sports logistics practices. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping exhibition and live event forwarding services across multiple geographies.

Direct peers

• Momart: Momart is a UK-based specialist in fine art, antiques, and exhibition logistics with installation, storage, and transport services. Comparable as a direct peer in the museum, gallery, and exhibition logistics vertical.
• GES (Global Experience Specialists): GES is a global official contractor and freight forwarder for trade shows and exhibitions, offering on-site logistics, material handling, and customs services similar to Expotrans's venue partnership model. Comparable as a direct peer in exhibition freight forwarding and show services.
• Hartmann International (Hartmann Project Logistics): Hartmann specializes in exhibition, trade show, and event logistics, including on-site fair forwarding in Germany and Europe. Comparable as a direct European peer specializing in venue-based exhibition forwarding services.
• Crown Fine Art (MTEC Global Logistics): Crown Fine Art is a global specialist in fine art logistics, providing climate-controlled transport, storage, and installation services to museums and galleries. Comparable as a direct peer in the specialized fine arts shipping vertical that Expotrans serves.

Regional players

• IGL (International Group of Logistics) / Italy-based freight forwarders: IGL is an Italian freight forwarding network member offering exhibition logistics and customs services within Italy. Comparable as a regional peer competing for Italian exhibition forwarding business at venues not covered by Expotrans's exclusive appointments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Expotrans.it
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/expotrans-spa

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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