Optimized for high-value components, time-critical microelectronics, industrial machinery, and regulated medical equipment routed directly via Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV).
IATA Express Certified
Direct airport-to-airport & door-to-door air freight for high-density silicon wafers, PCB assemblies, and semiconductor production spares.
Full DDP Clearance
End-to-end DDP air express service covering Israeli VAT, import tariffs, customs duty, and direct factory delivery in Haifa and Tel Aviv.
Cold Chain Active
Active temperature control (+2°C to +8°C / +15°C to +25°C) for sensitive OEM optical sensors, diagnostic equipment, and surgical tools.
Express4Air Service
Fast-track solution tailored for engineering prototypes, sample testing, and urgent production-line-down OEM emergency spare parts.
Consolidation Master
Weekly scheduled flight consolidations from major Asian and US manufacturing hubs to Tel Aviv, reducing air freight cost per kilogram by up to 30%.
Automotive SLA 24/7
Dedicated supply chain channels for EV battery accessories, powertrain sensors, and aftermarket assembly kits bound for Israel's automotive sector.
Heavy Lift Air Cargo
Specialized freighter plane chartering and main-deck loading for oversized industrial robotics, CNC machinery, and agritech hardware.
Dual-Use Technology
Compliant logistics for military-grade electronics, fiber optic modules, and telecom hardware with specialized Israel dual-use customs filing.
Managing air freight for global supply chains demands accountability, speed, and regulatory precision. Building on our foundation established in 1985, we protect your profit margins and production deadlines.
Serving global importers and exporters since 1985. Our experienced logistics teams have mastered carrier space management, airport ramp operations, and international trade fluctuations.
Every shipment is backed by two dedicated specialists: a Logistics Account Executive who designs your customized routing, and an Operations Manager executing 24/7 flight tracking.
Direct integration with Israel Customs Directorate's "Sha'ar Olami" system. Expert handling of Israeli VAT, SII (Standards Institution of Israel) permits, and Ministry of Health clearances.
Full operational transparency. Track flight departure milestones, customs clearance progress, and ground delivery status via our advanced iView Web Desktop dashboard.
Israel’s economy is defined by high-technology innovation, precision engineering, and agile manufacturing. Here is how our OEM air freight services directly support local industry ecosystems.
Tel Aviv’s technological corridor requires ultra-fast, static-free air freight delivery of micro-processors, server components, and sensor arrays. We manage temperature and humidity-controlled air cargo from Asian fabrication plants to Tel Aviv within 72 hours, avoiding downtime in assembly lines.
Haifa is a powerhouse for medical device research and OEM production. We provide validated cold-chain air transport for optical lenses, diagnostic sensors, and surgical sub-assemblies, executing strict clearance procedures with the Israeli Ministry of Health upon touchdown at Ben Gurion (TLV).
Manufacturing facilities in Petah Tikva and Rishon LeZion rely on custom OEM machinery parts. When unexpected component failures threaten production schedules, our emergency Air Express charter services bypass ocean freight transit, moving heavy machinery spares directly from North American and European hubs.
Israel’s world-leading drip irrigation and smart agricultural equipment manufacturers require steady incoming flows of specialized solenoid valves, plastic injection molds, and control boards. We organize consolidated air freight schedules to maintain lean inventory control for Negev-area assembly plants.
To keep pace with consumer demand across the metropolitan Gush Dan area, we provide DDP express air shipments for automotive aftermarket electronics and high-turnover consumer goods, guaranteeing pre-cleared customs entry and rapid final-mile distribution.
For OEM manufacturers of high-spec telecommunications gear, strict security controls and documentation compliance are vital. Our team arranges tamper-evident air freight cargo handling aligned with international security standards and Israeli Ministry of Economy import licensing.
As geopolitical shifts and maritime rerouting impact traditional shipping lines, air freight has emerged as the premier risk-mitigation strategy for Israeli OEM buyers and international exporters.
Disruptions along Red Sea ocean shipping lanes have drastically extended ocean transit times between Asia and the Mediterranean—adding 14 to 22 days to vessel voyages around the Cape of Good Hope. Consequently, Israeli OEM electronics, automotive, and medical device manufacturers are converting high-priority inventory from ocean containers (LCL/FCL) to scheduled air cargo. Air freight ensures continuous production by maintaining predictable 3-to-5-day lead times from major manufacturing hubs in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Los Angeles directly to Tel Aviv (TLV).
The Israel Customs Directorate has fully transitioned to the Sha'ar Olami (Global Gateway) digital platform. This automated system requires real-time electronic data interchange (EDI), precise Harmonized System (HS) code classification, and instant verification of importer tax ID (P.P. / Company Registration). Our customs brokerage team integrates directly with Sha'ar Olami, enabling pre-clearance of OEM air shipments while cargo is still in transit over Europe or Asia, eliminating airport storage fees and ground delays.
Regulatory scrutiny on electrical, wireless, and industrial imports into Israel has intensified. Imports of OEM sub-assemblies, power units, and telecom equipment must strictly conform to Standards Institution of Israel (SII) specifications (e.g., SI 62368-1 for IT equipment). We assist overseas exporters and Israeli importers in preparing necessary test reports, declaration of conformity documents, and obtaining SII exemption approvals prior to air dispatch to ensure rapid release at Ben Gurion Airport.
Israeli tech buyers increasingly favor DDP purchasing terms to shift logistics risk and administrative overhead onto suppliers. Under DDP, the exporter or forwarder manages air transport, Israeli customs clearance, payment of 17% Israeli VAT, applicable purchase taxes, and final truck delivery. Our turnkey DDP Air Express program allows global suppliers to offer localized, seamless buying experiences for their Israeli corporate clients.
Selecting the appropriate service level is critical to balancing logistics expenditure against inventory velocity. Review our operational parameters for Israel-bound freight.
| Freight Mode | Target Cargo Profile | Indicative Transit (Door to Door) | Chargeable Weight Calculation | Israel Customs & Ground Handling SLA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Air (Express4Air) | High-value OEM electronics, urgent prototypes, time-down spares (25 - 150 kg) | 3 - 5 Days | Volumetric 1:5000 (L x W x H cm / 5000) | Priority Pre-clearance at TLV; Same-day door delivery in Tel Aviv / Haifa |
| Standard OEM Air Freight | Regular production components, optical gear, medical systems (100 - 5,000 kg+) | 4 - 7 Days | Volumetric 1:6000 (L x W x H cm / 6000) | Standard Sha'ar Olami filing; 24-hour cargo terminal clearance |
| Air Charter (Main Deck) | Overdimensional machinery, high-volume seasonal inventory, heavy industrial units | 2 - 3 Days | Payload / Charter Aircraft Allotment | Dedicated tarmac ramp handling; Direct heavy-hauls chassis transfer |
| Ocean Freight (LCL) | Non-urgent bulk sub-assemblies, durable raw materials (< 15 CBM) | 28 - 42 Days (via Cape Route) | 1 CBM = 1,000 kg (Whichever is greater) | Ashdod / Haifa port CFS unpacking; 3-5 days customs clearance |
| Ocean Freight (FCL) | Full container volume OEM shipments, heavy agricultural equipment (20'/40'HC) | 25 - 38 Days (via Cape Route) | Flat Container Rate | Terminal container gate-out; Direct drayage trucking to factory |
Expert responses to critical regulatory, tax, operational, and documentation queries raised by procurement managers and global exporters dealing with the Israeli market.
All commercial air cargo arriving in Israel enters via Ben Gurion International Airport’s specialized air cargo terminals (Maman or Swissport). Goods must be declared through the Israeli Customs Directorate’s digital Sha'ar Olami system. Our licensed in-house customs brokers submit flight manifests, commercial invoices, packing lists, and origin certificates prior to landing. Standard shipments clear customs within 4 to 12 hours of flight discharge, enabling rapid local pickup.
The standard Value Added Tax (VAT) in Israel is 17%, calculated on the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight) plus any applicable purchase tax or customs tariff. Many OEM electronic components, silicon chips, and medical sub-assemblies enter Israel duty-free under various bilateral Free Trade Agreements (such as the US-Israel FTA or EU-Israel Association Agreement), provided a valid Certificate of Origin is filed during customs entry.
Essential documentation includes: 1) Master/House Air Waybill (AWB), 2) Detailed Commercial Invoice (specifying full manufacturer details, unit prices, currency, and Incoterm), 3) Itemized Packing List with net/gross weights and CBM, 4) Certificate of Origin (for tariff preference), 5) Israeli Importer Tax ID / Company Registration Number (P.P. number), and 6) SII Standard Compliance Permits or Wireless Telegraphy Permits if equipment contains Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules.
Yes. We specialize in DDP air express logistics for Israel. Under DDP terms, our agency handles overseas door pickup, airport export customs, international air transit, Israel import customs clearance, payment of Israeli customs duties and 17% VAT on behalf of the shipper/consignee, and final mile trucking directly to any warehouse or technology park in Israel.
Many imported electrical goods must conform to SII safety and electromagnetic standards. Our Israeli customs team reviews your product technical sheets prior to shipment. For OEM components integrated into larger machines, we apply for official "OEM Exemption Certificates" or "Type Approvals" under Israeli regulations, preventing customs holds and unnecessary testing delays upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport.
Lithium batteries (standalone or contained in equipment, UN3480 / UN3481) shipped via air cargo to Israel must strictly follow IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). Our certified DG specialists ensure proper UN-tested packaging, Watt-hour (Wh) labeling, Dangerous Goods Declarations (DGD), and booking on cargo aircraft compliant with Israeli Civil Aviation Authority (CAAI) directives.
Under international air freight conventions (such as the Warsaw or Montreal Convention), carrier legal liability is limited to standard SDR (Special Drawing Rights) amounts per kilogram—often far below the true commercial value of sensitive semiconductor equipment, optics, or high-tech OEM devices. Our comprehensive Marine & Air Cargo Insurance policies cover 110% of the full CIF value against damage, theft, or loss during flight or tarmac handling.
Our proprietary iView Web Desktop provides round-the-clockVisibility. Israeli buyers and international exporters receive real-time updates for key milestones: origin cargo receipt, flight departure, landing at Ben Gurion (TLV), Sha'ar Olami customs release, and final door delivery confirmation. Automated alerts ensure complete control over critical OEM assembly timelines.
Partner with a proven international freight forwarder backed by nearly 40 years of logistics expertise. Secure priority air freight allocations, seamless Ben Gurion customs clearance, and competitive DDP air cargo rates tailored for the Israeli market.
