Summary
- Profile Type
- Business Offer
- POD Reference
- BOCO20250523016
- Term of Validity
- 23 May 2025 - 23 May 2026
- Company's Country
- Colombia
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Investment agreement
- Targeted Countries
- Germany
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Spain
- France
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General information
- Short Summary
- A Colombian company active in tourism and land transport services is looking for partners to support digital transformation, sustainable practices, or service development. The aim is to co-develop scalable solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Cooperation is sought under commercial and/or investment agreements to facilitate international growth and innovation.
- Full Description
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A Colombian company with over three decades of experience in tourism and ground passenger transport offers integrated services in the Caribbean region. Its operations span leisure, business, and event-focused tourism, supported by a strong infrastructure and adherence to certified quality, environmental, and safety standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 39001). The company operates through three core business lines: a tour operator delivering sustainable travel packages; a nationally authorized transport operator with a modern fleet; and a destination management unit specializing in MICE tourism and event logistics.
Services are enhanced through investments in digital platforms for bookings, real-time monitoring, and client communications, improving operational efficiency and user experience. The company seeks to form international partnerships under commercial or investment cooperation models. The aim is to co-create solutions that advance innovation in tourism and mobility through digital and AI-driven tools, expand sustainable tourism offerings targeting high-value segments, and incorporate environmental strategies like electric mobility and carbon reduction into the business model.
Partners should contribute expertise in technology, product development, or international market access. The cooperation is envisioned as a collaborative process where the partner's knowledge complements the company’s operational capacity and regional insights. The goal is to implement scalable, adaptable models for tourism and transport that can be replicated in other regions, contributing to a more sustainable and connected global travel industry. - Advantages and Innovations
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This Colombian company stands out in the tourism and ground transport sector by combining certified operational systems, in-house logistics, and a multi-service business model. Its structure—covering tour operations, nationwide transport, and destination management for MICE tourism—enables it to test and scale innovations more efficiently than providers with fragmented services.
Key Competitive Advantages:
Integrated Business Model: The company operates across three complementary service areas under one strategy, allowing coordinated implementation of new technologies or sustainability measures across events, leisure, and corporate travel.
In-house Fleet: Direct ownership of a modern vehicle fleet ensures reliability, service customization, and better control over logistics and costs.
International Certifications: The organization is certified under ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental management), ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety), and ISO 39001 (road traffic safety), ensuring compliance with international standards and reinforcing its credibility.
Digital Capabilities: Investments in digital reservation systems, operations tracking, and customer interaction tools enhance efficiency and provide real-time service traceability.
Experience with Institutional Projects: The company has worked on regional development initiatives and with public-private partners, offering experience in co-developing solutions within regulated or multisectoral environments.
These strengths make it a suitable partner for organizations aiming to co-create, pilot, or scale tourism and mobility solutions in Latin America. Its operational structure offers a robust platform for applying innovative or sustainability-oriented approaches with measurable results and replicability. - Technical Specification or Expertise Sought
- N/A
- Stage of Development
- Available for demonstration
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Goal 14: Life Below Water
- Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Goal 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
- Goal 15: Life on Land
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- IPR status
- No IPR applied
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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This Colombian tourism and transport services provider is seeking international partners to support innovation, sustainability, and market expansion. The organization is open to several types of cooperation, with clearly defined roles and expectations for each.
1. Technology Solutions
The partner should contribute expertise in developing and implementing digital tools relevant to tourism and transport operations. Areas of interest include:
Reservation and booking platforms
Service monitoring and traceability systems
Data analytics for customer behavior and route optimization
Mobile applications and CRM tools
AI-supported personalization or route planning software
Ideal partners include tech companies, start-ups, or institutions experienced in digital transformation projects within service industries.
2. Innovation in Tourism Products
Cooperation is sought with organizations that can design, prototype, and test new tourism experiences. Priority areas include:
Sustainable tourism
Wellness and health-oriented travel
Meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE)
Partners are expected to bring conceptual development skills, along with operational support for pilot implementation. Experience in human-centered design or innovation methodologies is a plus.
3. Sustainability Integration
This cooperation targets providers of technologies and methods that reduce the environmental footprint of transport and tourism services. Relevant contributions may include:
Electric vehicle technologies or fleet conversion strategies
Systems for carbon measurement and offsetting
Models for circular economy implementation in tourism
Guidance on achieving sustainability certifications (e.g., ISO, GSTC)
Partners may act in a consulting or solution provider capacity and should be able to collaborate on pilot or demonstration projects.
4. Commercial Expansion
Partners are also sought to support access to new markets. Suitable candidates include:
Tour operators or distributors with established networks in Europe, North America, or other strategic regions
Platform providers that can host and promote tourism products
Agencies capable of adapting tourism packages for niche markets (e.g., seniors, wellness, corporate)
The cooperation model may involve commission-based sales, co-branding, or licensing agreements. Understanding of local consumer preferences and regulatory conditions is important.
5. Institutional Collaboration
The organization is open to working with:
Academic and research institutions involved in tourism innovation, sustainability, or logistics
Entities managing training programs or curriculum development for tourism professionals
Organizations with experience in EU or multilateral cooperation projects related to tourism or mobility
Such partnerships may focus on technology transfer, joint research, or capacity building.
Partner Expectations
Partners should have demonstrable experience in their field, the ability to co-develop or test real-world solutions, and interest in long-term collaboration. Familiarity with international tourism trends, digital tools, and sustainability standards is highly valued. The Colombian organization offers its operational infrastructure, regional knowledge, and experienced team as a platform for implementation and growth - Type and Size of Partner
- University
- Other
- R&D Institution
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Investment agreement
Dissemination
- Technology keywords
- 01003003 - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- 01004002 - Applications for Tourism
- 01004003 - Applications for Transport and Logistics
- 01003006 - Computer Software
- 01004009 - CRM - Customer relationship Management
- Market keywords
- 07005005 - Travel agencies and services
- 07001007 - Other leisure and recreational products and services
- 08002004 - Robotics
- 02007016 - Artificial intelligence related software
- 09001002 - Trucking
- Sector Groups Involved
- Digital
- Electronics
- Mobility - Transport - Automotive
- Tourism
- Targeted countries
- Germany
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Spain
- France
Images
Files
ISO 9001 - Costa Tours Group.pdf
Videos
https://youtube.com/shorts/DAxlBa_ES1Q