Port of Tarragona President Analyzes Internationalization Challenges in Reus

Santiago J. Castellà delivers the inaugural lecture at the 'International Markets' conference, organized by the Hub FoodTech & Nutrition.

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The President of the Port of Tarragona, Santiago J. Castellà, delivered the inaugural lecture at the 'International Markets' conference in Reus, analyzing how the current geopolitical context influences the activity and external expansion of agri-food companies.

Castellà explained that trade tensions, war conflicts, tariff policies, and disruptions in logistics routes have made international risk a daily factor for companies. In his view, globalization is not disappearing but reorganizing, and companies must combine efficiency with more diversified and resilient supply chains. In this regard, he highlighted the strategic role of the Port of Tarragona as an entry point for agri-food products and a key element for supplying the livestock and food industry.
Despite the uncertainty, Castellà advocated for internationalization as an opportunity to grow, innovate, and respond to new consumption habits. He also emphasized the potential of technology and the need to reconcile sustainability and competitiveness.
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"We cannot eliminate uncertainty, but we can prevent it from making decisions for us."

Santiago J. Castellà · President of the Port of Tarragona
Based on information from the official source: Autoritat Portuària de Tarragona (Port de Tarragona) (27/10/2026)