“After a challenging two-week period during which Israeli airspace was closed, FedEx is pleased to announce that all import and export express services to and from Israel have fully resumed as of June 26,” Miryam Tzur, the firm’s managing director for ground operations in Israel, said in a statement.
Israel sealed its skies on June 12 after an Iranian missile barrage and limited flights to emergency and military traffic only. Cargo carriers faced additional security restrictions, forcing most to suspend or reroute shipments. According to the Transportation Ministry, Ben-Gurion Airport reopened to commercial traffic in stages beginning June 24.
Tzur said FedEx continued operating on a reduced schedule throughout the closure. “We were proud to be the first logistics provider to keep both import and export services running under strict restrictions,” she noted, adding that the company’s priority was “ensuring the safety of our team members and maintaining the flow of trade.”
FedEx did not detail volumes handled during the shutdown but said it “leveraged its scale and expertise” to adapt to rapidly changing regulations.
Daily express deliveries
The Tennessee-based carrier operates daily Boeing 777 and 767 freighters into Ben-Gurion and offers next-day express service to key US and European hubs.
“We remain committed to delivering reliable, resilient service that keeps Israeli businesses connected and operating smoothly,” Tzur said.
Israeli exporters welcomed the news. The Manufacturers Association said delays in air cargo had cost the sector an estimated $120 million in lost sales and storage fees. Passenger airlines, including Delta and United, are expected to restore most Israel flights by early July.