CEDOL

What CEDOL does

CEDOL (Cámara Empresaria de Operadores Logísticos) is a private, non-profit business chamber founded in November 1998 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, representing logistics operators across transportation, storage, assembly, goods handling, distribution, and supply chain management. Its core offerings are organized around five pillars: the Índice CEDOL-UTN, a monthly National Logistics Cost Index published in partnership with UTN's Centro Tecnológico de Transporte, Tránsito y Seguridad Vial (C3T) for over 12 years; the Sello CEDOL, a business-management certification audited annually by KPMG and Deloitte against 13 ethical-management principles; the Encuesta de Logística, an annual sector survey; technical publications on logistics, finance, and outsourcing; and the Encuentros de Intercambio Profesional, annual events that have drawn 850-1,000+ sector professionals. CEDOL does not develop proprietary technology products; its core function is industry representation, advocacy, benchmarking, and certification services for logistics operators. The chamber operates under a subscription-dues revenue model funded by approximately 40 logistics operator member companies, and extends its reach through formal roles in FADEEAC, FAETyL, ALALOG (where its president Hernán Sánchez also holds the presidency), and the logistics subcommittee of the Economic and Social Council of Buenos Aires.

Name

CEDOL

Legal name

Cámara Empresaria de Operadores Logísticos

Website

https://cedol.org.ar

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Buenos Aires

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership fees: CEDOL operates as a chamber of commerce financed through membership dues from logistics operator companies. The chamber represents the principal companies in the logistics sector.

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CEDOL is a non-profit business chamber that represents logistics operator companies in Argentina. It provides sector benchmarking through the CEDOL-UTN Logistics Cost Index, the Sello CEDOL certification program for logistics operators, an annual international logistics congress, technical publications, and institutional representation for its member companies.

Product overview

CEDOL (Cámara Empresaria de Operadores Logísticos) is a business chamber founded in November 1998 representing Argentina's leading logistics operators. Rather than offering a unified software platform, CEDOL provides a portfolio of association services centered on four core offerings: the Índice CEDOL-UTN (a national logistics cost index developed with UTN's C3T), the Sello CEDOL certification (a business management certification program verified by KPMG or Deloitte based on 13 ethical-management principles), the Encuesta de Logística (an annual industry survey), and technical publications on logistics and supply chain topics. These are complemented by annual professional exchange events. CEDOL is a member of FAETYL (Federación Argentina de Entidades de Transporte y Logística) and ALALOG (Asociación Latinoamericana de Logística), which extend its regional influence across Latin America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CEDOL-UTN Logistics Cost Index Quarterly/periodic benchmark index of Argentine logistics operator costs (cost per kilometre, per ton, per pallet position, etc.), produced jointly with the Universidad Tecnológica Nacional. Used by logistics operators and shippers to price and benchmark 3PL services.
• Sello CEDOL Certification Quality certification / seal awarded by CEDOL to logistics operator companies that meet the chamber's standards. Designed to differentiate certified operators in front of corporate clients and shippers.
• Congreso Internacional de Logística Annual international logistics congress organized by CEDOL, providing networking, technical talks, and commercial visibility for member operators and the broader logistics ecosystem.
• INFORME DE COSTOS (Annual Logistics Cost Report) Annual publication reporting on logistics operator costs in Argentina, derived from the CEDOL-UTN index methodology. Used by logistics operators and shippers for budgeting and pricing.
• Membership (CEDOL Member Companies) Corporate membership tier for logistics operator companies in Argentina. Members gain access to benchmarking, certification, events, publications, and institutional representation.

Quantifiable outcome

• The Sello CEDOL certification measures 13 ethical-business principles verified annually by KPMG or Deloitte

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Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KPMGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008KPMG is one of the two international auditing firms (along with Deloitte) that independently verify the Sello CEDOL certification process. They conduct annual audits and full recertification reviews every 3 years, working with confidential implementation manuals to verify compliance with 13 ethical-business principles.
• DeloittecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008Deloitte is one of the two international auditing firms (along with KPMG) that independently verify the Sello CEDOL certification process. They conduct annual audits and full recertification reviews every 3 years, working with confidential implementation manuals to verify compliance with 13 ethical-business principles.
• FADEEAC (Federación Argentina de Entidades Empresarias del Autotransporte de Cargas)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEDOL is a member entity of FADEEAC, the Argentine Federation of Cargo Transport Business Entities. Through this membership, CEDOL participates in the 364+ Federal Council meetings and advocates for logistics sector interests at the national level. FADEEAC comprises 45 member chambers representing cargo transport companies.
• FAETYL (Federación Argentina de Entidades de Transporte y Logística)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEDOL is an active member of FAETYL, which represents transport and logistics entities. CEDOL's president Hernan Sánchez also serves as president of FAETYL, enabling direct influence in strategic decision-making for the transport and logistics sector.
• ALALOG (Asociación Latinoamericana de Logística)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEDOL is a founding member of ALALOG, the Latin American Logistics Association. CEDOL's president serves as president of ALALOG, enabling regional representation and the Regional Operating Costs Benchmarking initiative that compares logistics costs across Latin American countries.
• UTN (Universidad Tecnológica Nacional) - C3TcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEDOL partners with UTN's Center for Transport Technology, Transit and Road Safety (C3T) to develop and publish the monthly National Logistics Cost Index. UTN validates both the methodology and results of this cost benchmarking indicator, which has been published for over 12 years.
• GS1 BoliviaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEDOL collaborated with GS1 Bolivia to organize the 2026 International Logistics Forum held in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia. The forum brought together exhibitors from Peru and local experts to discuss innovation, AI, automation, operational resilience, and supply chain competitiveness.
• Economic and Social Council of Buenos AirescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEDOL presides over the logistics subcommittee within the Industry Commission of the Economic and Social Council of Buenos Aires. This government body pursues public and parliamentary agenda objectives through multi-sector agreements. CEDOL coordinates efforts to analyze and propose improvements for Buenos Aires' logistics challenges.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport): International chartered professional body for logistics and transport with member-driven local branches offering education, events, and recognition (similar to CEDOL's Encuentros and Sello programs). Directly comparable as a logistics industry chamber/association, though with global vs. CEDOL's national scope.
• CSCMP (Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals): Global supply chain management professional association offering education, certifications, and benchmarking for logistics professionals. Comparable to CEDOL as an industry association serving logistics practitioners, but with a broader professional-development remit versus CEDOL's narrower operator focus.
• BVL (Bundesvereinigung Logistik): German Global Logistics Association and one of Europe's largest logistics networks, providing events, research, awards, and benchmarking for logistics operators and academics. Comparable to CEDOL as a logistics association driving industry standards and convening practitioners.
• ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management): Global professional association (formerly APICS) issuing widely adopted supply chain certifications (e.g., CPIM, CSCP). Comparable to CEDOL in its certification, benchmarking, and training role for supply chain professionals, though at a much larger global scale.

Direct peers

• European Logistics Association (ELA): Pan-European federation of national logistics associations coordinating standards, certification, and member services across European logistics operators. Directly comparable to CEDOL/ALALOG as a multi-country logistics association federation of operator-side trade bodies.
• FAETyL (Federación Argentina de Entidades de Transporte y Logística): Argentine federation of transport and logistics entities, of which CEDOL is an active member and whose presidency is also held by Hernán Sánchez. Directly comparable as a national-level logistics trade federation serving similar stakeholders in the same market.
• ALALOG (Asociación Latinoamericana de Logística): Latin American Logistics Association, a regional federation to which CEDOL belongs and whose presidency CEDOL's President currently holds. Directly comparable as a logistics industry association operating in CEDOL's geographic footprint with member-driven benchmarking and advocacy services.
• FADEEAC (Federación Argentina de Entidades Empresarias del Autotransporte de Cargas): Argentine federation of cargo transport business entities of which CEDOL is a member. Closely comparable as a domestic trade body representing cargo transport/logistics operators with advocacy, membership dues, and engagement with national regulators.

Others

• UTN (Universidad Tecnológica Nacional) - Centro C3T: Argentina's Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, academic partner to CEDOL in developing and validating the Índice CEDOL-UTN. Relevant adjacent player enabling CEDOL's flagship benchmarking service; not a competing association but the institutional partner that lends methodology credibility.

Regional players

• ICEX España (logistics cluster initiatives referenced through clusters in Latin America): Regional trade/industry bodies that, like CEDOL, function as sector conveners for logistics operators in their respective geographies (e.g., national logistics organizations in Brazil, Chile, or Spain). Comparable in operator-side association role but serve different national/regional footprints than CEDOL.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

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