CEVA Logistics expands finished vehicle capacity at Port of Tarragona

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CEVA Logistics is expanding its finished vehicle logistics footprint in Spain with a €9 million investment at the Port of Tarragona, adding 94,000 square meters of operational space and capacity for 4,500 additional vehicles.

The development, located in the La Laboral area adjacent to the port, reflects rising demand for vehicle handling and distribution across the Mediterranean. For an industry that depends on timing as much as capacity, the move is aimed at reducing bottlenecks while positioning Tarragona as a stronger automotive hub.

The expansion brings CEVA’s total operational footprint at the site to more than 65 hectares, with overall capacity reaching approximately 32,500 vehicle spaces.

Beyond space, the project includes targeted upgrades to operational infrastructure. These include a new car wash tunnel, expanded and refurbished paint booths, and improved workshop equipment designed to handle higher volumes and faster turnaround times.

Vehicle storage areas will be protected with anti hail netting, a practical addition in a region where weather related damage can disrupt supply chains and increase costs for manufacturers.

For logistics professionals, these upgrades point to a broader trend. Finished vehicle logistics is no longer just about parking space. It is increasingly about value added services, from inspection and repair to customization before final delivery.

The Tarragona site benefits from immediate proximity to port terminals and existing rail connections, allowing CEVA to integrate sea, rail, and road distribution more efficiently.

This multimodal setup is critical as automakers look to balance cost, speed, and sustainability. Rail connectivity in particular offers an alternative to long haul trucking, especially for inland European distribution.

Eric Dessupoiu, Vice President for Finished Vehicle Logistics at CEVA Logistics, said the investment enhances the company’s ability to support both its own growth and that of its automotive customers.

“This investment at our finished vehicle logistics site at the Port of Tarragona will enhance our ability to operate more than 65 hectares, offering a capacity of 32,500 spaces,” he said. “Thanks to this expanded vehicle storage area, the immediate proximity to the port, the available rail connections, our on site workshops, and our distribution capabilities, we have the assets needed to support our growth and that of our customers in this strategic market.”

Spain has steadily increased its importance as a gateway for vehicle imports and exports within Europe and beyond. Ports such as Tarragona are handling growing volumes tied to both traditional combustion vehicles and electric models entering European markets.

The question for operators is not just how much volume they can handle, but how quickly they can process vehicles through inspection, storage, and onward distribution.

CEVA’s expansion signals confidence in sustained automotive flows through the Mediterranean corridor, even as supply chains continue to adjust to shifting production patterns and trade dynamics.

With approximately 110,000 employees across 1,700 facilities worldwide and revenues of $18.3 billion in 2025, CEVA Logistics remains a key player in finished vehicle logistics within Europe and globally, supported by its parent group CMA CGM.

As vehicle manufacturers diversify production locations and distribution routes, logistics providers are under pressure to offer flexible and scalable solutions.

Adding 4,500 vehicle spaces may sound incremental, but in peak periods it can mean the difference between congestion and continuity.

For Tarragona, the expansion reinforces its role as a strategic node in Southern Europe’s automotive logistics network, where port access, inland connectivity, and value added services converge.