Evaluate carrier lane coverage, proximity to the Port of Santander and major highways, SLA performance on cut-off and same-day processing, technology integrations (WMS/OMS/APIs), and scope of value-added services (kitting, returns, temperature control). Also quantify landed cost improvements and expected transit time reductions against your current network.

Cantabria’s highway links reduce overland transit to northern corridors while the Port of Santander supports short-sea routes that can lower maritime legs and handling. For national shipments, road density and proximity to major corridors typically shorten last-mile distances; for international trade, short-sea and feeder options can reduce ocean transit costs when integrated into a regional network.

Require transparent WMS integrations, robust inventory visibility tools, automated picking/packing options, segregated returns processing workflows, temperature-controlled zones if needed, and scalable racked space. Confirm SLAs for accuracy, cut-off times, and peak season labor plans to ensure consistent performance as volumes grow.

Assess regional land and rental costs relative to larger Spanish hubs, local labor availability and seasonal capacity, and any municipal incentives for logistics development. Monitor trends in industrial land supply near key transport nodes and the availability of fit-for-purpose facilities (cold chain, high-bay, cross-dock) to align long-term footprint planning with service needs.