For Immediate Release
North Bergen, NJ — February 5, 2026 — Bergen Logistics, a global third-party logistics (3PL) provider and part of the Elanders Group, today announced the expansion of its bonded warehouse services to help importers better manage rising tariffs, improve cash flow, and maintain full customs compliance amid ongoing global trade volatility.
As import costs continue to increase and demand cycles grow more unpredictable, many companies are under pressure to pay duties and taxes long before inventory is sold. Bergen Logistics’ expanded bonded warehouse offering allows imported goods to be stored securely in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)-approved facilities while deferring duty payments until inventory is released into U.S. commerce.
This approach enables importers to align duty expenses more closely with revenue, preserve working capital, and reduce financial risk without sacrificing speed or compliance.
“Importers today are navigating a very different operating environment than even a few years ago,” said Charles Ickes, CEO of Bergen Logistics. “Rising tariffs, tighter cash flow conditions, and longer inventory cycles are forcing companies to rethink how and when they pay duties. Our expanded bonded warehouse services give clients a smarter, more flexible way to manage these pressures while staying fully compliant.”
Bergen Logistics operates bonded warehouse facilities across key U.S. logistics hubs, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Georgia, enabling the company to support importers nationwide with scalable, compliant bonded storage solutions. These facilities are integrated with Bergen’s broader logistics and fulfillment network, allowing inventory to move seamlessly from bonded storage into domestic distribution when businesses are ready.
By leveraging bonded warehousing, importers can:
- Defer customs duties and taxes until goods enter the U.S. market
- Improve cash flow and working capital management
- Reduce exposure to unsold inventory and tariff volatility
- Maintain strict CBP compliance through secure, audited facilities
For finance and operations leaders, bonded warehousing has become an increasingly strategic tool rather than a niche customs option. Bergen Logistics works closely with CFOs, COOs, and supply chain teams to evaluate whether bonded warehousing aligns with their import volumes, product profiles, and financial priorities.
“Our goal is to help clients turn logistics into a strategic advantage,” Mr. Ickes added. “Bonded warehousing, when implemented correctly, is not just about storage. It’s about timing, control, and financial flexibility. This expansion reflects our commitment to helping importers operate more efficiently in a challenging trade environment.”
The expanded bonded warehouse services are available immediately to Bergen Logistics clients and new customers importing goods into the United States.
To learn more about Bergen Logistics’ bonded warehouse services, visit: https://bergenlogistics.com/bonded-warehouse.php
About Bergen Logistics
Bergen Logistics is a premier third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering tailored fulfillment services to fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands. Headquartered in North Bergen, NJ, the company combines advanced automation, deep industry expertise and global reach to deliver scalable solutions. Bergen Logistics is part of the Elanders Group, a global supply chain management company operating in more than 20 countries. Learn more at www.bergenlogistics.com.
About Elanders Group
Elanders is a global logistics company offering a broad range of integrated solutions within supply chain management. The business is mainly operated through the two business areas Supply Chain Solutions and Print & Packaging Solutions. The Group has approximately 7,000 employees and operates in around 20 countries on four continents. The most important markets are China, Germany, Singapore, Sweden, the UK and the USA. The customers are divided into six segments according to their respective business: Automotive, Electronics, Fashion, Health Care, Industrial and Other. Learn more at www.elanders.com.
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