On May 12, the freight rail line bypass was inaugurated, avoiding the center of Valladolid. This line is part of the Atlantic Corridor within the European rail transport network. Valladolid is the dry port of Santander. In addition to this connection, this opening is an excellent opportunity to connect with the Mediterranean corridor via Madrid.
On the international level, there is currently only one line connecting Chongqing with Madrid. The logistics centers located along this line radiate activity not only to Chongqing itself, but also to surrounding countries. Some of the most important ones outside Europe are in Kazakhstan and Turkey. In the European Union, the centers in Sofia, Hamburg, and Rotterdam are notable. Another connection will soon be available via Iran.
5 月 12 日，货运铁路绕行线开通，避开了巴利亚多利德市中心。该线路是欧洲铁路运输网络内大西洋走廊的一部分。巴利亚多利德是桑坦德的干港。除了这一连接之外，此次开通也是通过马德里连接地中海走廊的绝佳机会。
国际上，目前重庆至马德里只有一条航线。沿此线设立的物流中心不仅向本国辐射，还向周边国家辐射。欧洲以外最重要的一些中心位于哈萨克斯坦和土耳其。在欧盟，索非亚、汉堡和鹿特丹等中心城市脱颖而出。另一条途经伊朗的航线即将开通。
Removing constraints for billateral collaboration
Según informó el martes 6 de mayo en Beijing Lin Jian, portavoz del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores chino, «China y el Parlamento Europeo decidieron levantar de manera simultánea e integral las restricciones a los intercambios mutuos, según lo acordado por ambas partes». Afortunadamente, vuelve la racionalidad y se abandona el servilismo con respecto a la política de USA. Esta medida no implica un desarme arancelario, sino una apertura hacia la negociación bilateral con contrapartidas por ambas partes. La colaboración con la primera potencia industrial y tecnológica es imprescindible para la UE, ahora más que nunca.
According to a report from Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian in Beijing on Tuesday, May 6, «China and the European Parliament decided to simultaneously and comprehensively lift restrictions on mutual trade, as agreed by both parties.» Fortunately, rationality is returning, and servility toward US policy is being abandoned. This measure does not imply tariff disarmament, but rather an opening to bilateral negotiations with counterparties on both sides. Collaboration with the leading industrial and technological power is essential for the EU, now more than ever.
据中国外交部发言人林建5月6日星期二在北京报道，“中国和欧洲议会决定根据双方同意，同步全面取消相互交往的限制。”值得庆幸的是，理性正在回归，对美国政策的奴性正在被抛弃。这一举措并不意味着取消关税，而是开启与双方对手方的双边谈判。与领先的工业和技术强国的合作对欧盟来说比以往任何时候都更加重要。
According to a report from Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian in Beijing on Tuesday, May 6, «China and the European Parliament decided to simultaneously and comprehensively lift restrictions on mutual trade, as agreed by both parties.» Fortunately, rationality is returning, and servility toward US policy is being abandoned. This measure does not imply tariff disarmament, but rather an opening to bilateral negotiations with counterparties on both sides. Collaboration with the leading industrial and technological power is essential for the EU, now more than ever.
据中国外交部发言人林建5月6日星期二在北京报道，“中国和欧洲议会决定根据双方同意，同步全面取消相互交往的限制。”值得庆幸的是，理性正在回归，对美国政策的奴性正在被抛弃。这一举措并不意味着取消关税，而是开启与双方对手方的双边谈判。与领先的工业和技术强国的合作对欧盟来说比以往任何时候都更加重要。
Challenges and opportunities
Sánchez’s recent visit to China with some of his ministers and business groups is part of a medium-term policy that should be beneficial to both parties. The high trade deficit (the value of imports is 6.5 times that of exports) highlights the need to make an effort to offset this imbalance. A generalized tariff policy is not the solution. China has achieved commercial hegemony in a context of openness and win-win strategies that benefit both parties.
In addition to the primary sector and tourism, Spanish industry can provide significant added value in technology (renewable energy, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and industrial design, for example) and services (improvements in smart transportation and integrated logistics, for example). It is essential to reach collaboration agreements between companies from both countries, as well as to expand influence in third countries by taking advantage of the competitive advantages that Spain has as a platform in relation to other geographical areas.
A basic strategy has three levels: academic, professional (joint projects), and industrial (collaboration between companies). I have promoted initially academic agreements with bilateral IPo with the SIAT (Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology) network, in force since April 2020, and multilateral agreements with ANSO (Alliance of National and International Scientific Organizations) since November 2023, in which more than 50 countries participate. If you would like more information about these agreements, please send me a message.
In addition to the primary sector and tourism, Spanish industry can provide significant added value in technology (renewable energy, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and industrial design, for example) and services (improvements in smart transportation and integrated logistics, for example). It is essential to reach collaboration agreements between companies from both countries, as well as to expand influence in third countries by taking advantage of the competitive advantages that Spain has as a platform in relation to other geographical areas.
A basic strategy has three levels: academic, professional (joint projects), and industrial (collaboration between companies). I have promoted initially academic agreements with bilateral IPo with the SIAT (Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology) network, in force since April 2020, and multilateral agreements with ANSO (Alliance of National and International Scientific Organizations) since November 2023, in which more than 50 countries participate. If you would like more information about these agreements, please send me a message.
Tariffs and opportunities
The shock caused by the U.S. administration’s tariff policy led to a sharp decline in stock markets around the world. In some countries, measures have been taken to mitigate the effects of these measures. The most immediate measures are direct support for employment and support for financial expenses related to commitments already made. Medium-term measures include opening up to new markets such as China, Southeast Asia and Latin America, with Spain occupying a privileged position as a logistics platform for Latin America and Africa.
Prioritizing relations with China can play an essential role, not only for logistical reasons, but also for its role as an intermediary with the institutions of the European Union. Conversely, the tax incentives and foreign investment benefits offered by China, especially in the FTZs (Free Trade Zones), continue to offer excellent opportunities to be explored, with particular attention to Shanghai and Guangzhou. The latter is the hub of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), which is currently promoting development with the closest areas of Southeast Asia.
Some of the main advantages of the Chinese market are related to the expected growth of GDP per capita, the high qualification of the workforce, the size and openness of the market, the high level of infrastructure and communication networks, the concentration of the population and the high level of the Chinese economy
Prioritizing relations with China can play an essential role, not only for logistical reasons, but also for its role as an intermediary with the institutions of the European Union. Conversely, the tax incentives and foreign investment benefits offered by China, especially in the FTZs (Free Trade Zones), continue to offer excellent opportunities to be explored, with particular attention to Shanghai and Guangzhou. The latter is the hub of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), which is currently promoting development with the closest areas of Southeast Asia.
Some of the main advantages of the Chinese market are related to the expected growth of GDP per capita, the high qualification of the workforce, the size and openness of the market, the high level of infrastructure and communication networks, the concentration of the population and the high level of the Chinese economy
AI for a more diversified strategy
The recent threats by the new US government to international trade and overseas production suggest the development of alternative strategies to deal with the possible consequences. The addition of new Far Eastern countries to the China-led free trade zone (a total of eleven now) motivates strategic decisions regarding investment and trade with these countries.
China’s leadership motivates a careful examination of the sectors with the greatest capacity for growth by 2025. Some of the most relevant topics promoted by Chinese authorities for the current year are linked to Green Energy, Electric Vehicles, AI, Healthcare, and Advanced Manufacturing. All of them present new opportunities for foreign investment and innovation.
The rapid incorporation of advanced research into industrial processes is the key to productivity improvements. Process optimization and, more recently, the increasing use of AI tools to the information flow managed by Data Mining provide added value with almost immediate profitability in semi-automated processes. From our company we can apply AI methods adapted to the needs of each company or operator. Please, contact us with your needs and we will speak about possible developments to be accomplished.
Import control system (ICS2) fthrough railway for the EU
From 1 September 2025, there will be meaningful changes in EU’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2) requirements involving rail imports. This modificaiton has implications for economic operators that import goods to the EU. It will be necessary to include a complete commercial description, an HS6 digit commodity code, and additional details of the involved parties, such as the buyer and seller. In this way, one intendes to improve the safety and security in rail transportation. Economic operators must be ready to adapt themselves to the new requirements, by asking additional details to their customers, and provideing adequate training to their staff.
Sustainable Logistics Meeting. Madrid November 2024
l martes 12 de Noviembre de 9h 30m a 14h 30m tendrá lugar una Jornada sobre «Logística Sostenible: Transición Energética e Innovación» en el Auditorio del Instituto de Comercio Exterior (ICEX). Esta Jornada está orientada hacia la presentación de las perspectiva actuales, los modelos de negocio y la preparación para el transporte del mañana. La Jornada está organizada por la Plataforma Tecnológica Española Logistop con el patrocinio del Ministerio de Economía, Comercio y Empresa.
On Tuesday, November 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., a Conference on «Sustainable Logistics: Energy Transition and Innovation» will take place in the Auditorium of the Foreign Trade Institute (ICEX). This Conference is oriented towards the presentation of current perspectives, business models and preparation for the transportation of tomorrow. The Conference is organized by the Spanish Technology Platform Logistop with the sponsorship of the Ministry of Economy, Commerce and Business.
11月12日星期二上午9点30分至下午2点30分，“可持续物流：能源转型与创新”会议将在对外贸易学院（ICEX）礼堂举行。本次会议旨在介绍当前的观点、商业模式以及为未来的运输做好准备。该会议由西班牙技术平台 Logistop 主办，并得到经济、商业和商业部的赞助。
Some events to be held in Madrid and Barcelona
Tomorrow Building World Congress: location-icon05 – 07 Nov 2024. More info in iconBarcelona, Spain
Smart City Expo World Congress: location-icon05 – 07 Nov 2024.More info in iconBarcelona, Spain
CONSTRUTEC location-icon05 – 08 Nov 2024. More info in iconMadrid, Spain
Simo Education: location-icon19 – 21 Nov 2024. More info in iconMadrid, Spain
Billateral collaboration
Beyond the protocol statements, Pedro Sánchez’s recent visit to Beijing and meetings with the Chinese government has several readings. The most immediate affects how to mitigate the adverse effects of possible sanctions by the Chinese government on Spanish exports as a response to EU sanctions to China. It is important to try to defuse a trade war in which the first victims are the EU countries. We lose an important market at the expense of protectionism that leverages relative weakness due to lack of coordination, high costs and a problem of scale.
Even more important is the exploration of areas where effective collaboration can be achieved in technological and logistical fields. Spain’s privileged position as a hub for the EU, Africa and Latin America is the most important asset to play. It is necessary a change of mind to improve the mutual understaning, to be extended to third countries, also.
We hope that the signed action protocols will allow progress in these and other areas for mutual benefit, as soon as possible..
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