Freight & Shipping

Air and sea freight to and from Egypt — integrated with IOR/EOR customs clearance so there are no handoffs and no delays between arrival and release.

POD arranges and manages international freight on behalf of our clients — coordinating air and sea shipments from any origin worldwide to Egypt, and outbound. Unlike standard freight forwarders, our freight service is directly integrated with our customs clearance operation, which means transport is booked in parallel with Nafeza ACI pre-registration and NTRA approvals.

The moment your goods are released by Egyptian customs, logistics are already in motion. There is no re-booking, no new vendor, no communication gap. One company manages your shipment from origin to your door — and issues one consolidated invoice.

We operate at all major Egyptian entry points: Alexandria Port, Cairo International Airport, Port Said, Ain Sokhna, Damietta Port, and Borg El Arab — with licensed customs brokers and logistics teams active at each location.

Comprehensive freight forwarding services connecting global origins and destinations through efficient air and sea transport, backed by expert customs and compliance support.

Key Features

Air freight — Cairo International Airport

Express and standard air freight via Cairo International Airport and Port Said Free Zone air terminals — with same-day customs clearance coordination upon arrival.

Sea freight — Full Container Load (FCL)

Full Container Load ocean freight via Alexandria, Ain Sokhna, and Port Said — for large-volume shipments with direct port agent relationships for priority handling.

Sea freight — Less than Container Load (LCL)

Consolidated LCL shipments for smaller volumes — cost-effective scheduling without sacrificing transit times, with weekly consolidation sailings from major origins.

Dangerous goods (DG) shipments

IATA and IMDG classified dangerous goods handling — full compliance documentation, specialist carriers, and Egyptian Customs Authority pre-notification managed by POD.

Temperature-controlled freight

Refrigerated and cold-chain freight management for pharmaceuticals, food products, and temperature-sensitive equipment — with chain-of-custody documentation throughout.

Project cargo & oversized shipments

Heavy lift, out-of-gauge, and project cargo management for infrastructure and industrial projects — route surveys, port permits, and specialist lifting equipment arranged.

Egyptian entry points — where we operate

Alexandria Port — primary sea freight entry, largest port in Egypt
Ain Sokhna Port — Red Sea entry point, fast-growing container terminal
Port Said — Suez Canal gateway, FCL and LCL consolidation hub
Damietta Port — Mediterranean container terminal
Cairo International Airport — primary air freight gateway
Borg El Arab Airport — Alexandria air freight alternative

Frequently asked questions — freight to Egypt

How does POD’s freight service differ from a standard freight forwarder?
A standard freight forwarder arranges transport but hands your shipment to a separate customs broker for clearance — creating a gap where your cargo can sit, information can be lost, and delays occur. POD manages both freight and customs clearance as a single integrated operation, with Nafeza ACI pre-registration completed before cargo departs origin.
What is the fastest way to ship to Egypt?
Air freight via Cairo International Airport is the fastest option — typically 2–5 days transit from Europe and 1–3 days from the Gulf. With POD’s pre-cleared Nafeza ACI registration, customs release can occur within 24–48 hours of landing. Sea freight via Alexandria typically takes 7–14 days from Mediterranean ports and 20–30 days from Asia.
Can you handle both the freight and the IOR clearance?
Yes — and this integration is what makes POD different. We act as your Importer of Record and your freight manager simultaneously. There is no separate IOR company and freight forwarder involved. One team, one invoice, one point of contact.