Evolution Yacht Agents has strengthened its customs and logistics capabilities in Spain with the official approval of two Temporary Storage Facilities (ADT): first in Mallorca and now in Barcelona.

The move consolidates Evolution’s position as a strategic partner for superyachts, shipyards, and international operators seeking faster, more flexible customs solutions in two of the region’s key yachting hubs.

Integrated customs solutions under one roof

In Mallorca, Evolution’s new ADT operates alongside its existing Bonded Warehouse within the same facility. This setup allows goods under different customs regimes to be managed in a single location, eliminating the need to transfer cargo between warehouses and significantly reducing handling times.

A Temporary Storage Facility (ADT) allows non-EU goods to be stored under customs control for up to 90 days. For superyachts — where refit schedules, technical stopovers, and tight itineraries leave little margin for delay — this flexibility is critical.

Goods arriving in transit can be stored for 90 days until a final destination is confirmed (onboard delivery, export, or import). Non-transit goods may remain bonded for an unlimited period, exempt from import duties until released into free circulation.

This structure enables the consolidation of shipments from multiple suppliers, optimized planning of international deliveries and financial efficiency through deferred payment of duties and VAT.

Mallorca: efficiency on the island

For vessels operating or refitting in the Balearics, the availability of an ADT in Mallorca represents a qualitative leap. Air freight arriving at the airport can be transferred directly to Evolution’s facility, avoiding unnecessary manual inspections at the port. The result is reduced waiting times, smoother coordination between suppliers, warehouse, vessel, and more punctual on-board deliveries.

Beatriz Alonso, CEO of Evolution Yacht Agents, highlights the operational impact:

“Crews managing daily logistics, tenders, provisions and spare parts need processes that are clear and agile. Our objective is to simplify operations so vessels can focus on performance rather than paperwork.”

Barcelona: strengthening the Mediterranean network

The authorization of Evolution’s second ADT in Barcelona extends this model to one of the Mediterranean’s most important maritime hubs. The city has become a strategic location for major refit projects, technical stopovers, and transit operations.

Strategically located next to Evolution’s main office in the heart of the port, the Barcelona ADT allows for immediate coordination between the customs, logistics, and agency teams, reducing response times at critical operational moments.

Having an operational ADT in Barcelona brings customs logistics closer to real-time vessel requirements. Goods arriving by air or ferry can move directly to the warehouse, streamlining procedures and improving response times during refit periods or tight turnaround schedules.

“The approval of this second ADT is not just about increasing capacity,” says Beatriz. “It is about being present where our clients operate and delivering integrated, agile solutions.”

Main benefits:

Across both locations, the ADT network delivers measurable advantages:

• Faster response times for incoming non-EU goods
• Consolidation of multi-supplier shipments

• Deferral of duties and taxes until goods enter free circulation

• Flexibility to re-export or redirect cargo without relocation

• Secure facilities designed specifically for professional yachting

With ADT facilities in both Mallorca and Barcelona, Evolution Yacht Agents reinforces its commitment to customs efficiency, operational excellence and high-level service — offering superyachts in transit, refit or technical stopover a streamlined logistics framework across Spain.

Contact our team of experts for tailored support with customs clearance, technical assistance, and any operational needs: 

• Customs: customs@evolutionagents.com
• Logistics – Palma de Mallorca: logisticspmi@evolutionagents.com 
• Logistics – Barcelona: logisticsbcn@evolutionagents.com