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Mallorca as a Transit Point for Cartels: Who Controls the Coast?

Why Cartels Use Mallorca as a Stopover

Mallorca is used as a staging point to split shipments before they continue toward mainland Europe.

Published: May 15, 2026
Mallorca as a Transit Point for Cartels: Who Controls the Coast?

Answer

Why do cartels choose Mallorca instead of going directly to mainland Europe?

Mallorca can serve as a flexible stopover where cargo is split up, hidden or reloaded before moving on to France, Italy or the mainland. That extra step helps traffickers reduce risk by breaking shipments into smaller parts and using the islands’ maritime traffic to their advantage.

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