AUTO TERMINAL SA

What AUTO TERMINAL SA does

Autoterminal Barcelona (legal entity: Noatum Holdings S.L.U., part of AD Ports Group's Noatum Automotive) operates a multimodal vehicle logistics terminal at the Port of Barcelona under an administrative concession granted in 1990. The terminal handles import, export, and transhipment of vehicles via ships, trains, and trucks, supported by 50,791 vehicle units of storage capacity across 966,509 sqm, six berths (205m–350m), three on-site railway stations spanning UIC, Iberian, and metric gauges, and dedicated reception/delivery buffers. It serves automotive manufacturers and distributors, shipping lines, and logistics providers, and operates added-value modules including a 9,000+ sqm Technical Center (repairs, PDI, customization, assembly), 30 EV charging points with Wallbox integration, AEO-certified customs services (bonded area, VAT depot, T1 transits), and H&H/RoRo operations for heavy machinery and static cargo.

The technical backbone is CARSYS, an in-house Terminal Operating System managing vessel, train, and truck operations, customs procedures, KPI tracking, invoicing, and financial analytics, integrated with PORTIC (Port Authority), DAENET (Customs), EDIFACT (customer EDI), Navision (ERP/BI), and a CRYSTAL customer portal. Active RFID tags and License Plate Recognition enable real-time vehicle localization across the reception and delivery areas. The facility holds consecutive ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EMAS, AEO, ANFAC, and APB certifications and runs on 100% renewable electricity.

Revenue is generated through transaction-based and quote-priced port terminal services (stevedoring, storage, transhipment) plus professional-service add-ons (technical, EV, customs), sold via direct B2B sales to enterprise customers under multi-year contracts. The company is privately held under AD Ports Group, with no public listing, no disclosed revenue, and no independent funding rounds; it is accessed through the Noatum Automotive and AD Ports Group networks alongside direct enterprise relationships at the Barcelona terminal.

Name

AUTO TERMINAL SA

Legal name

Noatum Holdings S.L.U.

Website

https://autoterminal.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Autoterminal Barcelona operates a multimodal vehicle logistics terminal at the Port of Barcelona, handling import/export, transhipment, and added-value services for automotive manufacturers, distributors, and shipping lines across Europe and the Mediterranean.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Port Terminal Services

NAICS

Marine Cargo Handling (488320), Support Activities for Rail Transportation (4882), Port and Harbor Operations (48831)

SIC

Railroad Switching & Terminal Establishments (4013), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Vehicle Port Processing & Terminal Operations (PDI, Marshaling, Stevedoring) (TLADAJAE)

Keywords

• Vehicle terminal services
• Automotive logistics handling
• RoRo port operations
• Multimodal transhipment services
• Customs clearance logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Terminal Operations: Multimodal terminal handling vehicles loaded and unloaded from ships, trucks and trains. Revenue generated from port terminal services including storage, stevedoring, and logistics handling.
2. Added Value Services: Technical services (repairs, maintenance, PDI), electric vehicle handling, and customs clearance services provided at the facility.
3. Transhipment Hub Services: Short sea, deep sea, and rail transhipment services for vehicle distribution across Europe and Mediterranean.
4. H&H and RoRo Operations: Handling services for static cargoes, heavy machinery, trucks, and roll-on/roll-off operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Autoterminal Barcelona operates a multimodal vehicle logistics terminal at the Port of Barcelona, handling vehicles loaded and unloaded from ships, trucks, and trains. The company provides stevedoring, storage (50,791 units across 966,509 sqm), transhipment services (short sea, deep sea, rail), and added-value services including a 9,000+ sqm Technical Center for repairs and PDI, EV handling with 30 charging points, and AEO-certified customs clearance for automotive manufacturers, shipping lines, and logistics companies.

Product overview

Autoterminal Barcelona operates as a multimodal vehicle logistics platform at the Port of Barcelona, combining core terminal operating infrastructure with specialized service modules. The core platform centers on CARSYS, an in-house Terminal Operating System managing all port operations, which integrates with storage facilities exceeding 50,000 units across nearly 1 million sqm. The service portfolio includes Technical Center (9,000+ sqm for repairs, PDI, and customization), Electric Vehicle Services (30 charging points with Wallbox infrastructure), Customs Services (AEO-certified), H&H and RoRo Operations, and Transhipment Hub with multimodal connectivity via short sea, deep sea, and rail. Railway Station Services and Reception & Delivery Areas with RFID technology complete the operational ecosystem, all coordinated through the CARSYS platform since 1990.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CARSYS: Autoterminal Barcelona's in-house Terminal Operating System (TOS) handling vessel, train, and truck operations, added value services, customs management, KPI management, invoicing, and financial analytics.
• Technical Center
• Wallbox Charging Partnership

Products and services

• Port Terminal Facilities Multimodal terminal with storage capacity of 50,791 units across 966,509 sqm, including 5 multistorey buildings (25,759 units covered), uncovered space (14,532 units), 6 berths (205m-350m), and 3 railway stations, serving automotive manufacturers, shipping lines, and logistics companies.
• Transhipment Hub & Multimodal Connectivity Intermodal transport center managing short sea, deep sea, and rail connections for vehicle distribution across Mediterranean countries, Europe, Far East, Middle East, and Americas, acting as transhipment hub for the Southern Gateway of Europe.
• H&H and RoRo Operations Specialized handling of static cargoes, fifth wheel trailers, heavy machinery, and trucks with Tug Masters up to 165 MT capacity, forklifts, and RoRo vessel operations for shipping lines and logistics providers.
• Technical Center Services A 9,000+ sqm facility specialized in major repairs, large-scale customization, mounting, assembly, maintenance, mechanical and electronic services, and Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) for automotive manufacturers and distributors.
• Electric Vehicle Services Specialized EV handling with 30 charging points (AC Mode 3, 7kW-22kW), 3 compatible connector types, trained and certified operators, battery management, and 20 Wallbox chargers enabling 150 vehicles charged per 8-hour shift.
• Customs Services AEO-certified customs services for vehicle import/export including customs clearance, 100% bonded area, VAT depot (DDA Warehouse), customs transits (T1), and DAES/EXS export traffic management for automotive manufacturers and distributors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Considerable reduction in transit time from Far East to Europe using Barcelona instead of North European Ports
• +4 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• WallboxcoreTechnology or IntegrationAutoterminal and Wallbox entered a joint collaboration agreement to prepare for new electric vehicle models. The Autoterminal Technical Center was equipped with 20 Wallbox electric chargers, enabling 150 vehicles to be charged per 8-hour shift. Wallbox is a global company creating smart charging systems combining cutting-edge technology with design, managing car-charger communication via apps.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• UECC (United European Car Carriers): European short-sea RoRo carrier serving Northern European vehicle hubs. Highly comparable as a vehicle terminal user on the Europe–Far East and intra-Europe trade lanes that Autoterminal also targets.
• Hyundai Glovis: Korean finished vehicle and logistics specialist with global terminal operations. Comparable in handling OEM vehicle flows, EV logistics, and integrated PDI/customs services across major ports.
• Höegh Autoliners: Pure-play global RoRo operator for finished vehicles and high-and-heavy cargo. Operates vessel calls and works with European vehicle terminals — directly comparable to Autoterminal on the ocean-side of vehicle flows and terminal utilization economics.
• Grimaldi Group: Italian RoRo and short-sea shipping group with its own vehicle terminal operations in the Mediterranean. Directly competes with Autoterminal on Mediterranean Far East flows and H&H/RoRo handling.
• NYK Logistics (NYK Group): Japanese logistics group operating vehicle transport, terminal handling, and value-added automotive services globally. Comparable on Far East-to-Europe vehicle logistics and port-based processing.
• Wallenius Wilhelmsen: Global leader in finished vehicle logistics, operating deep-sea RoRo vessel services and vehicle terminal operations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Directly comparable in handling RoRo cargo, vehicle processing, and PDI/customization services at port.
• Piera Terminals: Spanish vehicle terminal operator with operations at Spanish ports. Closest domestic peer to Autoterminal Barcelona, with overlapping Iberian OEMs, storage, and PDI services.

Broad incumbents

• Gefco (now part of Russian Railways/owned by ARGO): Historically one of Europe's largest finished vehicle logistics providers, with deep OEM relationships and port-side capabilities. Comparable as a broad automotive logistics incumbent competing for OEM contracts.
• DP World: Global port operator with vehicle-handling terminals across multiple regions. Comparable as a broad port incumbent that competes for vehicle volume and offers integrated logistics to OEMs.
• Noatum Automotive: The parent service line within AD Ports Group that operates Autoterminal and coordinates vehicle/RoRo business group-wide. Broader parent service line with overlapping capabilities and customer relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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