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About United – International Shipping and Customs Brokerage Ltd.
United – International Shipping and Customs Brokerage Ltd. is one of Israel’s leading international freight forwarding and customs brokerage companies, with 28 years of industry experience. The company specializes in international cargo transportation by air and sea, customs brokerage, logistics solutions, cargo insurance, inland transportation, and both sea and air export services.
United also manages shipments that require special approvals from Israeli regulatory authorities, including the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Transport, and the Standards Institution of Israel.
The company provides its clients with professional service, full accountability, and active involvement throughout every stage of the supply chain process. United places strong emphasis on delivering services that meet international standards while utilizing advanced computerized systems that enable efficient and reliable shipment tracking and order management.
Company Headquarters
In the past year, United was acquired by the ETGA Group, which owns several companies in the logistics and transportation sector and brings extensive industry expertise. Many of the company’s employees possess more than 40 years of experience in freight forwarding and customs brokerage.
Today, Ofir Kanias serves as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. He is joined at the executive headquarters by:
- Shimon Kanias – President
- Meirav Amsalem – VP Freight Forwarding
- Hila Rozeli – Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Dror Barshan – Licensed Customs Broker
- Nitza Aton – Customs Brokerage Manager
Nationwide Presence and Global Import Operations
United maintains a nationwide presence with its headquarters in Or Yehuda and additional branches in Haifa, Lod (Ben Gurion Airport), Allenby Bridge, Jordan River Crossing, and Ashdod.
The company imports shipments from all major regions worldwide. Its import activity is distributed as follows:
- 60% from the Far East – China, India, Vietnam, and South Korea
- 20% from Turkey – supported by a dedicated Turkish department with native language speakers
- 20% from Europe and the United States
Every year, United handles approximately 48,000 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) and manages nearly 30,000 customs clearance files across a wide range of industries, including food, agriculture, textiles, construction, electronics, and consumer goods.
United operates through a global network of dozens of international agents, enabling fast, efficient, and reliable logistics services from virtually any location worldwide.
Rapid Growth While Maintaining a Boutique Approach
Despite its rapid growth, United has successfully preserved the family-oriented and boutique-style service culture that characterized the company from its earliest days.
Whether serving small businesses or large corporations, clients benefit from personal attention, dedicated account management, and exceptionally responsive service.
Delivering Solutions with Minimum Cost and Minimum Time
United’s management and operational teams maintain direct communication with customers and provide ongoing support for every request, at any time and from anywhere in the world.
The company is known for developing creative logistics solutions, particularly for clients requiring transportation from remote or challenging geographic locations.
Service excellence and professionalism are the cornerstones of United’s reputation. Today, the company serves hundreds of businesses and organizations, continuously working to simplify international trade, reduce logistics costs, and provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions.
Customized Solutions
United’s team of logistics and customs experts personally accompanies each customer throughout the entire process—from initial planning to final delivery.
Every service is tailored to the customer’s specific operational needs, objectives, and business requirements, ensuring optimal results and maximum efficiency.
Technology and Innovation
United is currently implementing advanced information technology and communication systems designed to enhance visibility, efficiency, and customer experience.
These systems allow customers and overseas agents to monitor shipment status online in real time, whether cargo is moving by air, sea, or land.
The company employs approximately 90 skilled professionals across multiple service centers in Israel and abroad. United specializes in comprehensive Door-to-Door Logistics Services, from suppliers in Israel or overseas directly to customers worldwide.
All company branches in Or Yehuda, Lod, Ashdod, Haifa, Jordan River Crossing, and Allenby Bridge are connected through an integrated computerized platform and maintain direct communication with customs terminals. This enables rapid cargo clearance around the clock and supports direct deliveries whenever required.
Key Clients
United serves many of Israel’s leading companies across a variety of industries, including textiles and footwear, construction, electrical equipment, electronics, food distribution, and retail.
Among its prominent clients are:
- Shikun & Binui
- Solel Boneh
- Tnuva
- Mizrach & Ma’arav
- TO GO
- Baladi
- Osher Ad
- Electra
- Alliance Tires
- Hamat Group
- Tadiran
- The Stock Company
and many other leading organizations throughout Israel.
Organizational Structure
United operates through a highly experienced management team supported by professional departments specializing in:
- International Air Freight
- International Ocean Freight
- Customs Brokerage
- Regulatory Compliance
- Project Cargo
- Inland Transportation
- Cargo Insurance
- Customer Service
- Finance and Administration
- Information Systems and Technology
This integrated organizational structure enables United to provide complete logistics solutions while maintaining the flexibility, responsiveness, and personal service that have become the company’s trademark.