Negometal and Astre Ibérica join forces to strengthen Transport companies in Spain and Portugal
Negometal, European expert in tax recovery and toll management for the transport sector, has officially signed a strategic partnership with ASTRE Ibérica Pi, the Iberian branch of Europe’s largest cooperative group of transport and logistics SMEs. This collaboration represents a important step forward in improving the daily fiscal and mobility operations and competitiveness of hauliers throughout the Iberian Peninsula.
A shared vision for a more efficient transport industry in Spain and Portugal
ASTRE Ibérica SL brings together over 20 independent transport and logistics companies in Spain and Portugal. As part of the wider ASTRE Group — Europe’s leading group network with 162 members — ASTRE Ibérica Pi is committed to providing high-value, sustainable solutions to its members.
The alliance with Negometal is built on a shared ambition: to simplify complexity and optimize their profitability on the road for transport professionals. The collaboration will offer ASTRE Iberica members access to expert services including:
- VAT refund in 30 European countries in fast or normal payments (27 EU members, Switzerland, Norway and UK)
- Excise duty recovery across 7 European countries (Spain, Italy, France, Belgium, Slovenia, Hungary and Croatia) in fast or normal payments
- Toll solutions with a unique OBU covering 17 European networks
- Customs formalities for the UK
- Dedicated local support in Spanish and Portuguese
European expertise with local roots
What makes this partnership unique is Negometal’s strengths: a pan-European presence combined with local support. With over 40 years of experience and 12 subsidiaries across Europe, including offices in Spain and Portugal, Negometal is perfectly positioned to understand both the European regulatory framework and the specific needs of Spanish and Portuguese transport companies.
“We are delighted to have closed this agreement with Negometal, which is fundamental to boost and support our transport companies in the region. We are convinced that this collaboration will not only make our network stronger, but will also offer added value to all our partners, providing them with even more valuable tools that will boost their efficiency and competitiveness in the market.” According to Javier Bautista, manager of ASTRE Iberian Peninsula.
Nadi Kanaan, the CEO of Negometal added “This partnership with ASTRE Península Ibérica is in line with our European mission: support transport companies with high-quality and cross-border solutions. With over 40 years of experience and 12 branches across Europe, including Spain and Portugal, Negometal is proud to bring its expertise in VAT and excise duty recovery, toll management and customs procedures to the members of ASTRE Peninsula Iberica. We are convinced that this alliance will help them simplify operations, secure their cash flow, and strengthen their competitiveness both locally and internationally”.
A win-win partnership for the Iberian market
For transport companies in Spain and Portugal, the advantages are immediate. Through this collaboration, ASTRE Iberica members will benefit easily from Negometal’s expertise in the complex fiscal and mobility solutions.
This alliance reinforces our position in the Iberian market and allows us to bring our solutions to a wider network of high-quality transport companies.
From now on, Negometal and ASTRE Ibérica will deliver concrete improvements in operational efficiency for transport companies. This includes personalized audits, communications and access to VAT and excise duty refund services and toll management solutions in all Europe.
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