Ocean Freight Route

BarcelonaTacoma

ESBCN
USSEA
Distance
4,725 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

ES
Origin Port

Barcelona

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-vessel-capable berths supporting mainline container and Ro-Ro services
  • Recently upgraded container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Highly developed hinterland links via highway and rail to Catalonia and broader Iberian markets
  • Purpose-built cruise and passenger terminals separated from main cargo operations

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive componentsChemicals and petrochemical productsMachinery and industrial equipmentFood and agricultural products (including wine and olive oil)Textiles, fashion, and consumer goods

Export Compliance

All export operations must observe European Union export control regulations, including dual-use goods under EU Regulation (EU) 2021/821

US
Destination Port

Tacoma

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Multiple deep-water container berths capable of handling Post-Panamax vessels
  • On-dock rail facilities connecting to Class I railroads for inland distribution
  • Modern container yards with on-terminal reefer plug capacity for refrigerated cargo
  • Automated ship-to-shore gantry cranes supporting high-volume container operations

Key Imports

Consumer goods (electronics, appliances, retail merchandise)Automobiles and vehicle partsMachinery and capital equipmentFurniture and household goodsTextiles, apparel, and footwear

Import Regulations

Every import shipment must comply with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, including timely filing of the Importer Security Filing (ISF) for ocean shipments.

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