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Cross-Trade and Triangular Operations

We manage shipments between third countries from Spain. Tax, logistics and documentary optimization for international triangular operations.

OEA / AEO · ISO 9001 · +30 years of experience

Cross-trade operations allow you to buy in one country and sell in another without goods transiting through Spain. We manage the entire logistics and documentary chain, including switch BL, adapted invoicing, trade compliance and coordination with agents at origin and destination. An ideal solution for companies with global supply chains looking to optimize costs, delivery times and tax implications.

Service features

International Triangulation

Origin-destination operations between any pair of countries managed from Spain

Switch BL and Documentation

Dual document set issuance to protect your suppliers and margins

Compliance and Sanctions

Verification of embargoes, sanctions lists and export licenses

Global Visibility

End-to-end tracking of goods even when not transiting through Spain

Benefits

Savings in logistics costs by eliminating unnecessary transit through Spain
Optimized delivery times with direct supplier-to-customer routes
Protection of trade margins with confidential documentation
Network of own agents and correspondents in over 50 countries

How it works

1

Request a quote

Tell us your transport need. We respond with a tailored proposal in under 24h.

2

Planning & documentation

We coordinate all procedures, permits and documentation required for your shipment.

3

Collection & delivery

We execute the service with real-time tracking, notifying you at every milestone.

+30

years of experience

+150k

customs clearances/year

+120

countries served

+80

own vehicles

OEA / AEO

Authorized Economic Operator (AEO)

ISO 9001

ISO 9001 Certification

GDP

GDP Certification — Good Distribution Practice

Frequently asked questions

When is a cross-trade operation advisable?

Cross-trade is ideal when you have suppliers in one country (e.g. China) and customers in another (e.g. Germany) and don't need goods to pass through Spain. You reduce transport costs, shorten delivery times and simplify the logistics chain while maintaining commercial control from your company in Spain.

What are the tax implications of cross-trade?

Triangular operations have VAT, Intrastat and corporate tax implications depending on the countries involved and Incoterms used. We recommend specialized tax advice. We handle all logistics and documentary management, ensuring documentation is consistent with the agreed tax structure.

What documents are needed for a cross-trade operation?

Typical documents include: commercial invoice between each pair of parties, Bill of Lading (or switch BL), packing list, certificates of origin if applicable, and customs documents for the destination country. We coordinate all documentary flows to ensure consistency between supplier, buyer and carrier.

Need a quote?

Request your quote with no obligation and we'll respond within 24h