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Merconsult operates as an expert partner and commercial facilitator between Europe, the United States, and Latin America. Our services support cross-border business development in both directions: assisting European and North American companies in establishing their presence in Latin America, and supporting Mercosur-based companies in expanding and opening export channels into European markets. The core focus is on trade between the Mercosur region and Europe, with practical experience extending to projects across Central America and the Caribbean.

Services and Role

Merconsult advises on market entry planning, market assessments, and project coordination. For broader requirements, we leverage a trusted network of target-market specialists and subcontractors across legal, regulatory, tax, and logistics disciplines.

Language and Market Understanding

Cross-border business between the EU and Mercosur requires a solid grasp of contracting cultures, regulatory environments, and operational practices on both sides. Communication and negotiation support are provided fluently in Spanish, English, and Finnish. This removes language barriers, eliminates unnecessary intermediaries, and prevents costly misunderstandings with local authorities, buyers, and partners.

Approach

The approach is direct and pragmatic. We provide clients with an accurate, unvarnished assessment of real market costs, timelines, regulatory requirements, and commercial viability. The priority is delivering sound, functional solutions that enable informed decisions without costly miscalculations—whether your project points toward Europe or Latin America.

Jessica Barman

Jessica Barman

Founder

I spent my childhood between Finland and the Dominican Republic. In Finland, I worked for over a decade in the banking and finance sector, as well as in import and wholesale trade. I currently live in Uruguay, but I visit Finland regularly.

Mercosur
Finnish-Latin American Business Council
SICA
CARICOM
Alianza del Pacífico
USMCA
CPTPP
Comunidad Andina

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