Sweden
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Södertälje
Södertälje hosts major truck manufacturing and pharma production south of Stockholm.
Services in Södertälje
- Air freight in SödertäljeAir freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in SödertäljeFCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in SödertäljeImport and export clearance by our in-house customs teams in 8 countries and by partner teams in the Ziem network.
Airports, seaports and connections in Södertälje
- AirportStockholm Arlanda
ARN - SeaportSödertälje and Stockholm Norvik
Södertälje, south-west of Stockholm, uses Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) as its main air cargo gateway, reached via the E4 around the capital. Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) near Nyköping lies to the south-west. Södertälje has its own port, which handles general cargo, vehicles and bulk, and connects to Lake Mälaren through the Södertälje Canal. Stockholm Norvik Port and Gothenburg handle container traffic for the area.
Södertälje lies where the E4 and E20 motorways meet, giving direct road connections to Stockholm, Gothenburg and southern Sweden. The Western and Southern Main Line railways pass through the town. The Södertälje Canal links the Baltic Sea with Lake Mälaren for shipping. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Södertälje and the southern Stockholm region.
Industries in Södertälje and how we support them
Södertälje is home to Scania's headquarters and truck production, and to one of AstraZeneca's major manufacturing sites. Around these two companies there is a supplier base for heavy vehicles and pharma. Truck components, engines and spare parts, as well as pharmaceutical products and inputs, move to and from the town. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight from Arlanda under our own air waybills, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for urgent vehicle parts, temperature-controlled pharma shipments, sea freight, and in-house customs clearance.
Operational logistics facts for Södertälje
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Södertälje truck manufacturing | Heavy vehicles, engines, spare parts | Urgent parts supply by NFO and OBC |
| Södertälje pharma production | Pharmaceutical manufacturing | Temperature-controlled air freight via Arlanda |
| Port of Södertälje and the canal | General cargo, vehicles, Mälaren access | Local port for heavy and bulky consignments |
| E4 and E20 junction | Road links to Stockholm and southern Sweden | Direct road access to Arlanda and Gothenburg |
Customs clearance in Sweden
In-house customs team
Customs clearance in Sweden is handled by our own in-house customs team.
For air freight to and from Sweden we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Sweden need an EORI number issued by Swedish Customs.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Södertälje for air freight?
Usually Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), reached via the E4. Skavsta (NYO) is closer but has more limited cargo options. Air freight runs under our own air waybills, and we confirm cut-off times with every booking.
Can you send truck spare parts from Södertälje urgently?
Yes. We book Next Flight Out on the first available flight with customs pre-lodged, or an On-Board Courier for parts that must arrive as quickly as possible. We check size and dangerous-goods status before collection.
Do you ship pharma products from Södertälje?
Yes. We book temperature-controlled solutions with pharma-capable airlines at Arlanda and agree packaging, temperature range and documentation with you in advance.
Can you clear vehicle components imported into Södertälje?
Yes. Our own customs team files the import declaration with Tullverket. Vehicle parts need accurate tariff classification, and preferential duty may apply when origin rules are met. We review the documents before the goods arrive.
Do you handle export declarations for Södertälje manufacturers?
Yes. We prepare export declarations in-house for goods leaving Sweden by air, sea or road, providing the export evidence needed for VAT purposes.
Can pharmaceutical inputs be cleared directly for Södertälje?
Yes. Some substances need additional permits from the Swedish Medical Products Agency or other authorities. We check what applies and lodge the declaration once all required documents are in place.