Sweden
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Västerås
Västerås is a centre of Swedish electrical engineering and automation.
Services in Västerås
- Air freight in VästeråsAir freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in VästeråsFCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in VästeråsImport 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 Västerås
- AirportStockholm Arlanda
ARN - AirportVästerås
VST - SeaportPort of Västerås on Lake Mälaren
Västerås, west of Stockholm on Lake Mälaren, uses Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) as its main air cargo gateway, reached by road. Västerås Airport (VST) is a small airport with limited cargo. The Port of Västerås on Lake Mälaren handles bulk, general cargo and heavy goods and is accessible to sea-going vessels through the Södertälje Canal. Gothenburg and Stockholm Norvik serve container traffic for the area.
The E18 links Västerås with Stockholm to the east and Örebro and Oslo to the west, and the Mälaren Line railway connects the city with Stockholm. The Port of Västerås combines road, rail and Mälaren shipping. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Västerås and Västmanland.
Industries in Västerås and how we support them
Västerås is a centre of Swedish electrical engineering and automation. ABB has major operations in the city, including robotics, and Hitachi Energy manufactures power transmission and grid equipment there. A network of engineering suppliers supports these companies. Their products range from compact control electronics and robot parts to large transformers and power components. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight via Arlanda under our own air waybills, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for urgent spare parts, sea freight for heavy equipment, and in-house customs clearance including checks on controlled technology.
Operational logistics facts for Västerås
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Västerås electrical engineering cluster | Robotics, automation, power transmission | Urgent spare parts by NFO and OBC to sites worldwide |
| Port of Västerås (Lake Mälaren) | Bulk, general and heavy cargo | Inland port with sea access via the Södertälje Canal |
| Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) | Belly and freighter capacity | Main air cargo gateway reached by road |
| E18 and Mälaren Line | Road and rail to Stockholm and Oslo | Direct links between Västerås and its markets |
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 do you use for Västerås shipments?
Mainly Stockholm Arlanda (ARN). Västerås Airport (VST) has limited cargo options. Air freight runs under our own air waybills, and we confirm cut-off times with every booking.
Can you send robot or automation spare parts urgently from Västerås?
Yes. For a customer site that is down, we book Next Flight Out on the first available flight with customs pre-lodged, or an On-Board Courier who hand-carries the part to the site.
Can large power equipment from Västerås be shipped by air?
Some large items can fly on freighters if dimensions and weight allow. We check loading requirements early; for very heavy transformers, sea freight is usually the practical solution.
Do automation and power products from Västerås need export licences?
Some products may be classed as dual-use, and exports outside the EU then need a licence from the Swedish Inspectorate of Strategic Products. Our own customs team checks the classification and includes any licence reference.
Can you clear components imported for production in Västerås?
Yes. We file import declarations in-house with Tullverket, with accurate tariff classification of electronic and electrical components, and arrange delivery to your site after release.
Can goods sent abroad for repair be re-imported without duty?
Goods exported for repair may qualify for outward processing or returned goods relief when correctly declared. We prepare the export and re-import declarations so the relief can be applied.