Defense & security
Defense and dual-use goods need the right licences, careful documentation and a reliable chain of custody. We plan shipments around export controls from the first step.
- Goods
- Military items, dual-use goods, spare parts, test equipment
- Compliance
- Licence checks under EU, UK, US and national export control rules
- Security
- Controlled hand-overs, OBC for critical items
- Licences
- Valid export licences must be provided by the exporter
Export controls first, transport second
Shipments of military and dual-use goods are subject to strict export control regimes, such as the EU Dual-Use Regulation, national licensing authorities like Germany's BAFA, and the US EAR and ITAR. We check that the required licences and end-use documents are in place, and we only move goods once the paperwork is complete.
- Licence and document checksVerification of export licences, end-user certificates and classification before shipping.
- Sanctions screeningScreening of all parties against applicable sanctions lists.
- Secure transportControlled hand-overs and limited touchpoints.
- Time-critical partsNext Flight Out and on-board courier for urgent spare parts.
- Customs at destinationImport clearance with the documentation that controlled goods require.
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Defense & security: FAQ
Can't find your answer? Email ops@ziem-logistics.com or call +49 40 57290280.
Do you ship export-controlled goods?
Yes, when all required export licences and end-use documents are in place. The exporter is responsible for obtaining the licences; we check the documentation before shipping.
What are dual-use goods?
Dual-use goods are items that can be used for both civil and military purposes, such as certain electronics, sensors, software or materials. Their export is controlled under regimes like the EU Dual-Use Regulation.
Who is responsible for export licences?
The exporter is responsible for obtaining the required export licences. We check the documentation and do not ship controlled goods without valid licences.
Do you check sanctions lists?
Yes. We screen all parties in a shipment against applicable sanctions lists before booking.
Can you move urgent defense spare parts?
Yes, with Next Flight Out or an on-board courier, provided the licences and documentation are in place.
Tell us about your shipment
Send us the lane, the goods and the timeline. We reply within one business day. For urgent cargo, call us directly.