Question 1

What makes exhibition logistics different from regular freight?

Accepted Answer

Three things: (1) hard deadlines — the exhibition opens on a fixed date and missed cargo means a missed show, (2) temporary import — most exhibition cargo leaves the destination country after the show, which is what ATA Carnet enables, and (3) on-site coordination — booths, stands, demo equipment and giveaways arrive in pieces and must be assembled at the venue. We plan transit times with a 3–5 day buffer and coordinate venue move-in slots upfront.

Question 2

How early should I start exhibition shipping planning?

Accepted Answer

For a major international exhibition (CES, Hannover Messe, Mobile World Congress, Big 5 Dubai), start logistics planning 8–10 weeks before opening day. ATA Carnet issuance takes 2–3 days, ocean freight needs 4–6 weeks transit (depending on lane), air freight needs 1–2 weeks including customs, and venue move-in slots are usually booked 2–4 weeks in advance. For a smaller domestic show, 3–4 weeks is enough.

Question 3

Do I need an ATA Carnet for exhibition cargo?

Accepted Answer

If your booth, demo equipment, samples and giveaways will return to Israel after the show — yes, an ATA Carnet is the most efficient way. It avoids paying duty/VAT in the destination country (which would otherwise tie up cash you'd later reclaim) and acts as a single international document recognized in 80+ countries. Permanent transfers (e.g., samples you're giving away) need a regular customs declaration with paid duty in the destination.

Question 4

Can SIMBA-LOG handle booth assembly at the venue?

Accepted Answer

Yes — through our exhibition-specialist agent network. Booth assembly, dismantling, electrical and AV connections, and final on-site placement are coordinated in advance with the venue's official freight forwarder (most major venues require this). We'll deliver to the booth space on the assigned move-in slot, supervise unloading, and arrange dismantling and re-loading after the show closes.

Question 5

What happens to unsold or unused cargo after the exhibition?

Accepted Answer

Three options: (1) return to Israel under the ATA Carnet (most common for booth, demo equipment, branded materials), (2) onward shipment to a local distributor or sales office in the destination country (requires customs clearance and duty payment), or (3) disposal/donation in the destination country (also requires customs clearance with simplified procedure). We confirm the plan upfront so the documentation matches the intent.

Question 6

Do you insure exhibition cargo end-to-end?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we offer all-risks marine and air cargo insurance covering origin pickup → exhibition floor → return to origin. Coverage includes loading/unloading, in-venue display, demo handling, and dismantling. Premium typically runs 0.3%-0.6% of declared value. We strongly recommend it — exhibition cargo gets handled multiple times by multiple parties, and the standard carrier liability ($20/kg air, much less ocean) won't cover a damaged demo unit or stolen product sample.

שילוח לתערוכות — ביתן, מטען ו-ATA Carnet, מקצה לקצה

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תאריך פתיחה קבוע

זמני, לא יבוא

כללי אתר התערוכה

מה כלול בשירות התערוכות שלנו

אריזה ייעודית לתערוכות

הקמה ופירוק ביתן

שילוח אוויר, ים ויבשתי

ATA Carnet ומכס

אחסנה לפני ואחרי התערוכה

ביטוח מטען מלא

איך זה עובד — 4 שלבים

תכנון (8–10 שבועות לפני)

אריזה ושילוח

מסירה והקמה

פירוק וחזרה

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