Castelao

What Castelao does

Castelao S.L. is a family-owned specialty retailer and e-commerce operator based in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, that distributes spare parts and accessories for industrial vehicles, trucks, buses, trailers, and industrial machinery. Founded in 1987, the company operates a WooCommerce-based online store with VIN-based part search alongside two physical retail locations (one of which, Puerto de Barcelona, is currently temporarily closed). Its catalog spans approximately 85,200 SKUs across mechanical parts (brake systems, clutches, suspension, air dryer filters), bodywork, electrical/electronics, lighting, safety equipment, tools, and chemicals/lubricants, stocked from more than 40 premium brands including WABCO, KNORR-BREMSE, VALEO, SKF, BPW, SAF HOLLAND, EUROPART, PETRONAS URANIA, and MERITOR.

Castelao serves three primary customer segments: professional repair workshops (talleres), commercial vehicle fleets (flotas), and individual industrial vehicle owners, with an 81% repeat purchase rate among a base of more than 8,000 registered customers. Revenue is generated through one-time transactional sales of individual parts priced from approximately €1.27 to over €2,100, with free shipping on orders above €200 within the Iberian peninsula and Balearic Islands. Distribution combines an own delivery fleet in the Barcelona metropolitan area with 24-hour courier service via MRW across Spain, Portugal, and Andorra, while international orders are processed manually.

The business model is essentially a multi-brand parts distributor positioned between major OEMs/aftermarket suppliers and the Spanish commercial vehicle aftermarket, with no disclosed funding, no parent company, and operations sustained by family ownership over more than 35 years. The company has no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, no API or SDK infrastructure, and no mobile application, with growth investments appearing to focus on regulatory-aligned product additions (DGT-homologated V16 emergency beacon, V20 reflective signage) and digital channel expansion through SEO and social media.

Name

Castelao

Legal name

Castelao S.L.

Website

https://castelaosl.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Castelao S.L. is a family-owned Barcelona-based retailer and e-commerce operator distributing 85,200+ spare parts and accessories for industrial vehicles, trucks, buses, and trailers across Spain, Portugal, and Andorra, serving workshops, vehicle fleets, and individual owners with multi-brand inventory from 40+ premium suppliers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Vehicle Spare Parts Retail

NAICS

Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133), Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (441330)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Wholesale-Motor Vehicles & Motor Vehicle Parts & Supplies (5010)

akta.pro primary industry

Heavy-duty truck, trailer & commercial vehicle parts distribution (CRAOANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Maintenance, service & repair (MSR) parts distribution (filters, belts, hoses, wipers, fluids) (CRAOANAB), Tools, shop equipment & garage supplies distribution (diagnostic tools, lifts, compressors, PPE) (CRAOANAG), Automotive Parts, Tools & Accessories Marketplaces (CRAFABAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial vehicle parts
• Truck spare parts
• Commercial vehicle aftermarket
• Trailer replacement parts
• Bus components

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Castelao generates revenue through direct sales of industrial vehicle spare parts and accessories via its e-commerce platform and physical retail stores. Products include components for trucks, buses, trailers, and industrial machinery. The company operates on a one-time transaction model where customers purchase individual items at listed prices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Castelao retails spare parts and accessories for industrial vehicles (trucks, buses, trailers, and industrial machinery) through an e-commerce platform and two physical stores in Barcelona. The catalog covers mechanical parts (brakes, clutches, suspension, air dryers), bodywork, electrical/electronics, lighting, air conditioning, tools, chemicals/lubricants, safety equipment, and featured items like the DGT-homologated V16 emergency beacon, with VIN-based search to identify correct parts.

Product overview

Castelao is an industrial auto parts retailer (e-commerce platform) specializing in replacement parts for industrial vehicles including trucks, buses, trailers, and industrial machinery. The company operates as a single unified online store (WooCommerce-based) with both online sales and physical retail locations in Barcelona. The product portfolio consists of multiple categories including mechanical parts (brake systems, clutches, suspension, air dryer filters), bodywork, electrical/electronics, lighting, safety equipment, tools, and chemical products (oils, lubricants, AdBlue). Featured brands include WABCO, KNORR, MERITOR, BPW, VALEO, SACHS, HALDEX, and many others. The company also highlights the V16 emergency beacon with DGT geolocation as a key product. The business model combines a B2C online shop with B2B services for workshops and vehicle fleets, offering over 85,200 products in stock with their own delivery fleet in the Barcelona region and 24-hour shipping via courier.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Industrial Vehicle Spare Parts Catalog Master retail catalog of replacement parts for industrial vehicles (trucks, buses, trailers, industrial machinery), sold to professional workshops, fleet operators, and individual owners across Spain, Portugal, and Andorra.
• Mechanical Parts Mechanical components for industrial vehicles including brake discs/drums/calipers, air dryer filters (WABCO, KNORR, MERITOR, BPW), clutch kits and release bearings (VALEO), suspension parts (shock absorbers, air springs, spring clamps), and flywheels.
• Bodywork Parts Bodywork components and structural parts for trucks, buses, and trailers.
• Electrical and Electronics Electrical and electronic systems for industrial vehicles, including lighting, wiring harnesses, and electronic control components.
• Air Conditioning Systems HVAC and air conditioning components for trucks, buses, and trailers.
• Professional Tools Workshop tools and equipment for maintenance and repair of industrial vehicles.
• Chemicals and Lubricants Chemical and lubricant products for commercial vehicles including hydraulic and motor oils (PETRONAS URANIA, TotalEnergies), greases, AdBlue, brake fluids, cleaning products, adhesives, and additives.
• Safety Equipment and Signaling Safety products including DGT-homologated emergency beacons, reflective tapes, work protection gear, ADR materials, anti-theft devices, dustite indicators, and signaling equipment.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• EUROPARTmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEUROPART is one of the major brands distributed by Castelao, with extensive product listings including braking systems, lighting, and workshop equipment. EUROPART products are prominently featured across multiple product categories.
• WABCOmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWABCO is a key supplier of pneumatic brake systems and air drying solutions. Castelao stocks WABCO products including air dryer cartridges, air coupling heads, and air system components for commercial vehicles.
• KNORR-BREMSEmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKNORR-BREMSE supplies braking systems for commercial vehicles. Castelao offers KNORR-BREMSE air dryer filters and components compatible with major truck and bus brands.
• VALEOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVALEO provides clutch kits and electrical components. Castelao stocks VALEO products including clutch bearings and complete clutch kits for Renault Magnum and other industrial vehicles.
• SKFcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSKF supplies bearings and seals. Castelao offers SKF chemical products including lubricants and industrial maintenance solutions.
• BPWcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBPW is a key supplier of trailer and axle components. Castelao stocks BPW products including leaf spring brackets, axle components, and suspension parts.
• PETRONAS URANIAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPETRONAS URANIA provides engine oils and lubricants for commercial vehicles. Castelao offers PETRONAS URANIA products in the chemicals category.
• TotalEnergiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTotalEnergies supplies automotive fluids and lubricants. Castelao stocks TotalEnergies products including hydraulic oils and engine lubricants.
• MRWminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMRW is the courier partner for Saturday delivery service and urgent shipments, enabling 24-hour delivery across the Iberian Peninsula.
• SAF HOLLANDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSAF HOLLAND supplies trailer axles, suspensions, and fifth wheels. Castelao distributes SAF HOLLAND products for trailer and commercial vehicle applications.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• FleetPride: Large US distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, focused on fleet customers and service shops. Mirrors Castelao's fleet-and-workshop focus, but geographically restricted to North America and with a much larger branch footprint.
• TruckPro: US-focused commercial vehicle aftermarket parts distributor serving fleets and independent service shops. Similar product categories and customer segments to Castelao, but operates in North America rather than Iberia.

Direct peers

• RHIAG Group: Italy-headquartered distributor of automotive and commercial vehicle spare parts across multiple European markets, serving workshops and fleets. Comparable business model and product breadth to Castelao, but at materially larger scale and geographic reach.
• PE Automotive: German-based truck and commercial vehicle spare parts wholesaler distributing branded components to workshops and fleets across Europe. Same core customer profile as Castelao, with overlapping product categories (braking, suspension, lighting, electrical).
• Winkler Unternehmensgruppe: European commercial vehicle parts wholesaler with multi-country distribution of truck, trailer, and bus spare parts. Closely matches Castelao's heavy-duty focus, multi-brand portfolio (WABCO, BPW, Knorr, Valeo-style suppliers), and workshop/fleet go-to-market.
• EUROPART: Germany-headquartered, pan-European distributor of commercial vehicle parts, workshop supplies, and tools—directly comparable to Castelao in product mix (brake systems, lighting, bodywork, tools) and B2B workshop/fleet customer base, but at significantly larger scale.

Broad incumbents

• Rema Tip Top: Global industrial service and parts provider with a strong commercial vehicle and tire-service offering. Adjacent to Castelao's mechanical/wear-parts categories but operates broader material-handling and industrial services beyond pure parts distribution.
• ATS Euromaster: European tire, service, and commercial vehicle parts provider with workshop networks across multiple countries. Overlaps Castelao's fleet and commercial vehicle service/parts positioning but combines parts distribution with a large service-center footprint.
• NAPA Auto Parts: Largest North American automotive aftermarket parts retailer, carrying light- and heavy-duty vehicle components. Comparable retail/distribution model to Castelao but at vastly greater scale and broader vehicle-category scope.

Emerging players

• Berger Fahrzeugteile: German commercial vehicle parts specialist with strong presence in European truck and trailer components. Comparable in product depth and workshop-channel focus to Castelao, but smaller and more regionally concentrated than EUROPART or Winkler.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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