Transcoma Global Logistics

What Transcoma Global Logistics does

Transcoma Global Logistics is a privately held freight forwarding company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, operating as a subsidiary of Transcoma Grupo Empresarial, a diversified conglomerate with over 210 years of heritage in maritime and logistics services. The company provides multimodal transport and supply chain solutions spanning sea freight (FCL, LCL, reefer containers, flexitank, garments-on-hanger, IMO cargo), air freight (express, charter, AOG, hand carrier, Envirotainer), and land freight (FTL, LTL, intermodal). Beyond general freight forwarding, the company targets three specialized verticals: Automotive Logistics (NIP-aligned just-in-time/just-in-sequence delivery, spare parts, finished vehicle transport), Project Cargo (oversized, heavy-lift, and industrial logistics for energy, mining, and infrastructure), and Reefers (temperature-controlled cold chain logistics with HACCP/GDP compliance). Supporting services include customs clearance and door-to-door coordination, with the company maintaining offices in Spain and Italy while extending global reach through an international agent and partner network.

The underlying technology platform combines IoT-based real-time temperature monitoring for cold chain integrity with end-to-end supply chain visibility tools (tracking, milestone reporting, proactive updates) integrated across multimodal transport operations. Revenue is generated through transaction-based service fees calculated per shipment, with quote-based pricing tailored to cargo type, volume, transport mode, route complexity, and specialized handling requirements. The go-to-market motion is sales-led B2B direct outreach to enterprise clients via phone, email, and online quote request, supplemented by content marketing on the company website and LinkedIn presence. Customer contracts are typically multi-year, and pricing is not publicly disclosed. The company makes no claims of proprietary AI/ML systems and instead relies on operational expertise, vertical specialization, and the institutional credibility of its parent group's 210-year maritime and logistics heritage as primary competitive differentiators.

Name

Transcoma Global Logistics

Legal name

Transcoma Global Logistics

Website

https://transcomalogistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1810

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Transcoma Global Logistics is a Barcelona-based freight forwarding subsidiary of Transcoma Grupo Empresarial, offering multimodal sea, air, and land transport with specialized verticals in automotive, project cargo, and temperature-controlled reefers for enterprise clients across Spain, Italy, and global markets via partner networks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), Specialized Freight Trucking (4842), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (48423)

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

Cold Chain Cross-Docking, Transloading & Temperature-Controlled Drayage (TLAIAIAM), Project Cargo & Heavy-Lift Transload (TLALAFAL), Automotive & Industrial Parts Transload (TLALAFAE), Chemicals & Hazmat Transload (Regulated Goods) (TLALAFAH)

Keywords

• Multimodal freight forwarding
• Sea freight services
• Air freight services
• Automotive logistics
• Temperature controlled cargo

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Multimodal transport services including sea freight (FCL, LCL, Reefer Containers, Flexitank, Garments on Hanger, IMO Cargo), air freight (Airport to Airport, Charter, AOG, Hand Carrier, Envirotainer), and land freight (FTL, LTL, Express, Intermodal). Revenue generated through service fees based on shipment volume, weight, complexity, and transport mode. Pricing is quote-based and tailored to client requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Transcoma Global Logistics is a freight forwarding company providing multimodal transportation of goods via sea, air, and land, with dedicated solutions for automotive logistics, project cargo, and temperature-controlled (reefer) cargo. The company supports shippers with customs clearance and operates 24/7 shipment monitoring from offices in Spain and Italy, backed by a global partner network.

Product overview

Transcoma Global Logistics offers a comprehensive multimodal transport and supply chain platform centered on three core freight services (Sea Freight, Air Freight, and Land Freight) supplemented by specialized vertical solutions. The core freight products handle ocean, air, and road transport with options including FCL/LCL, express/charter services, and FTL/LTL. These are complemented by vertical solutions for Automotive Logistics (NIP-aligned JIT/JIS delivery), Project Cargo (heavy-lift industrial logistics), and Reefers/Cold Chain (temperature-controlled logistics with HACCP/GDP compliance). Supporting services include customs clearance and door-to-door coordination. The company operates as part of Transcoma Grupo Empresarial with over 210 years of logistics expertise, providing global coverage from headquarters in Barcelona with offices across Spain and Italy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sea Freight Ocean freight forwarding service transporting commercial cargo across international sea routes for importers and exporters.
• Air Freight Air cargo forwarding service providing time-sensitive international transportation of goods for shippers and consignees.
• Land Freight Road and overland transportation service for domestic and cross-border cargo movements.
• Automotive Logistics Dedicated logistics service for the automotive sector, handling transportation of automotive cargo across multimodal routes for manufacturers and distributors.
• Project Cargo Specialized logistics service for oversized, heavy-lift, or complex industrial cargo requiring tailored planning and execution.
• Reefers (Cold Chain) Temperature-controlled transportation service for perishable and temperature-sensitive cargo, monitored via IoT devices and a 24/7 control center to preserve cold-chain integrity.
• Customs Services Customs clearance and documentation service supporting import and export shipments moving through Transcoma's logistics network.

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

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Nippon Express: Japanese global logistics group with multimodal forwarding, warehousing, and heavy-haul capabilities; relevant peer given Transcoma's automotive and project cargo positioning and global partner-led reach.
• Geodis: French-headquartered global forwarder and contract logistics provider offering multimodal sea/air/road freight with strong European coverage, comparable to Transcoma's footprint and customer base.
• CEVA Logistics: Global contract logistics and forwarding provider owned by CMA CGM, with strong sea/air/road forwarding and sector verticals including automotive and industrials, comparable to Transcoma's portfolio.
• Maersk Logistics & Services: Integrated ocean carrier expanding into end-to-end logistics including inland, customs, and cold chain. Comparable multimodal offering and reefer capability, with deeper ocean assets and a stronger digital platform.
• DB Schenker: Major European-headquartered forwarder with land, air, sea, and contract logistics offerings, plus strong automotive and industrial verticals that overlap directly with Transcoma's automotive and project cargo practices.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Global freight forwarding arm of Deutsche Post DHL offering air, ocean, and road freight plus customs. Comparable multimodal offering to Transcoma with substantially broader network and digital tooling.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders with integrated sea, air, and road services plus contract logistics. Directly comparable to Transcoma's multimodal core but with far larger global scale and asset base.
• DSV Panalpina: Top-tier global forwarder in air and sea freight with strong road and project logistics capabilities, including a focus on European mid-market enterprise accounts comparable to Transcoma's customer base.

Direct peers

• Rhenus Logistics: Privately held European-headquartered forwarder and multimodal logistics provider with strong road, sea, air, and project cargo capabilities. Closely comparable to Transcoma by ownership structure, regional European anchor, and diversified vertical mix.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: Privately held mid-market global forwarder with multimodal air, sea, and road services and strong verticals in automotive, perishables, and fashion. Closest peer by ownership profile and segment focus to Transcoma.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/transcomalogistics

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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