Europe
Industrial corridors, capital and technology hubs.
International strategic consulting
We turn international ambition into real, operating businesses.
Independent firm headquartered in Alicante with operating presence across Europe, the US, Latin America, Asia, North Africa and the Middle East. We design and execute expansion strategies with local intelligence and a direct network of decision-makers.
20+
years of international practice
6
regions with on-the-ground presence
40+
industry verticals served
€1B+
in advised transactions
Value proposition
A firm built for boards that will not accept theory as an answer.
We combine top-tier strategic rigor with hands-on execution: we walk the ground, close deals and accompany the landing. Every engagement is led by partners with international executive careers.
Services
Four practices, one mandate: to grow abroad with judgment.
01
International business development
Growth plans, market feasibility and channel opening in new markets.
See practice
02
Strategic alliances & M&A
Sourcing and vetting of industrial, technology and financial partners.
See practice
03
Location & foreign direct investment
Identifying the optimal countries, regions and zones to establish operations.
See practice
04
Commercial network & market access
Access to distributors, key accounts, B2B agendas and sector ecosystems.
See practice
Methodology
A method proven over two decades of international practice.
- 01
Diagnosis
We assess capabilities, offering and international ambition. We define market hypotheses, targets and decision criteria.
- 02
Strategy
Market prioritisation, entry model, business case and country roadmap with milestones, risks and resources.
- 03
Execution
We activate the local network, open commercial agendas, close alliances and structure agreements with partners and clients.
- 04
Landing & scale
Operational soft-landing, local governance, expansion KPIs and progressive handover to the client's internal team.
Markets
Direct presence where the decisions are made.
United States
Commercial landing, legal entity and B2B channel.
Latin America
Commercial corridors, capital and regional growth hubs.
Asia
Supply chains, technology and consumer demand.
North Africa
Industrial nearshoring, energy and Mediterranean logistics.
Middle East
Economic diversification, sovereign capital and infrastructure.
Differentiators
Why boards choose SMAW.
Proven experience
More than two decades of international practice with tangible, measurable results.
Cultural fluency
We operate in culturally diverse markets with deep local knowledge.
Outcome commitment
Outcome-oriented, with proven methodologies and excellence standards.
Comprehensive approach
We cover strategy, financing, execution and alliances within a single framework.
Direct strategic network
Proprietary network of public and private decision-makers across major economic regions.
Independent firm
Conflict-free: we work exclusively under the client's mandate.
Client voice
Mandates that speak for the firm.
“SMAW opened the Latin American market for us in 12 months with agreements that still drive our growth today.”
“Rigor, discretion and a real network. The firm we call when the decision is strategic and cannot afford mistakes.”
“Their support in landing in the Middle East was decisive: top-level engagement from day one.”
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
What is SMAW International Business Consulting?
SMAW is an independent international strategic consulting firm headquartered in Alicante, Spain. It supports industrial, technology and services companies expanding into Europe, the United States, Latin America, Asia, North Africa and the Middle East.
What kind of companies work with SMAW?
Mid-market and large companies with international ambition: industrial, B2B technology, agribusiness, energy, commodities, professional services and eCommerce. Engagements are led under direct mandate from the executive committee or the board.
How is an international expansion engagement structured with SMAW?
In four phases: diagnosis, strategy, execution and landing. Each phase delivers concrete, executable decisions rather than reports. A single partner leads the mandate end-to-end.
In which markets does SMAW operate?
Europe, the United States, Latin America, Asia, North Africa and the Middle East, with a direct network of local partners, public entities and strategic contacts in each region.
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