Shipping company Sealead chooses Barcelona to strenghthen its presence in Europe

SeaLead, a global shipping line headquartered in Singapore, has strengthened its presence in Europe with the establishment of its own entity in Barcelona. This marks a significant step in its global expansion. The company’s operations will commence effective immediately. SeaLead is also evaluating the establishment of additional offices in key locations across Spain to enhance regional connectivity.

Since September 2024, SeaLead has offered a regular Spain, Türkiye, and Morocco service covering the key Spanish ports of Barcelona and Valencia. This service complements SeaLead’s network, providing links to Asia, the Middle East, North America East Coast, South America, and Africa.
 

“With the new Barcelona office, SeaLead is well-positioned to support manufacturers, importers, exporters, and logistics partners globally”

Albert Oñate, Managing Director of SeaLead Spain

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“Our new office further enhances SeaLead’s ability to connect Europe and the Mediterranean with key global markets,” said Kadir Oruc, Regional Managing Director of Europe and Mediterranean at SeaLead.

Albert Oñate, Managing Director of SeaLead Spain, said: “The establishment of SeaLead in Spain recognizes the strategic importance of this market within Europe and the Mediterranean. We are committed to strengthening our network and improving connectivity to meet growing demand. With the new Barcelona office, SeaLead is well-positioned to support manufacturers, importers, exporters, and logistics partners globally.”

This move underscores SeaLead’s commitment to enhancing its network and providing efficient, customer-focused shipping solutions within Europe and the Mediterranean, where the company aims to strengthen its position further.

Port of Barcelona, a strategic hub in Catalonia's Global Logistics Network

The Port of Barcelona is essential to Catalonia’s logistics sector and plays a crucial role in international trade. Connecting to 178 ports around the world, it stands out as a leading hub in the Euro-Mediterranean area.

Thanks to its advanced infrastructure, Catalonia's logistics network can deliver goods to 400 million consumers within just 48 hours using air, rail, sea, or road transport. This makes the region a prime location for businesses engaged in global trade. 

With state-of-the-art facilities and a strategic position, the Port of Barcelona is not only vital for local economies but also strengthens its importance in the worldwide supply chain. 

About SeaLead

SeaLead is a major player in the global shipping industry, operating across five continents and in 47 ports with a fleet of over 50 vessels. The company specializes in container shipping and liner services, focusing on facilitating the movement of goods between emerging markets and major economies. Initially starting as a one-vessel operation that purchased slots from various main liner operators to cater to NVOCC customers, SeaLead has since transformed into a well-recognized global business. With a commitment to providing flexible and efficient trade solutions, SeaLead leverages modern technologies to enhance its services and ensure reliable delivery for businesses and individuals worldwide.

Source: SeaLead