35,000 sq ft bonded public warehouse
Bonded Warehousing & Distribution in San Diego
Secure storage, a strategic location and reliable distribution. Our bonded warehouse sits minutes from the U.S.–Mexico border at Otay Mesa.
Overview
Warehousing that keeps your supply chain moving
Managing inventory, coordinating transportation and keeping product available is hard. IEL simplifies it with warehousing and distribution programs built around your supply chain.
Short-term storage, cross-docking, freight consolidation or distribution: by combining warehousing, customs brokerage, transportation and Mexico logistics under one organization, IEL helps you build a more responsive supply chain.
Direct access to
- Southern California ports
- U.S.–Mexico border crossings
- Regional distribution networks
- Major transportation corridors
- Mexico transportation routes
Services
Warehouse capabilities
Bonded warehousing
Store imported merchandise in a Customs-approved bonded environment with compliance flexibility and inventory control.
Cross-docking
Transfer freight from inbound to outbound transportation without unnecessary storage.
Inventory management
Organized inventory visibility and control through structured warehouse operations.
Freight consolidation
Combine shipments to make transportation more efficient and cut freight costs.
Distribution services
Coordinate shipment movement throughout the United States and Mexico.
Pick & pack
Prepare customer orders accurately for fulfillment and final delivery.
Short- and long-term storage
Flexible storage built around your inventory and seasonal swings.
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Who we work with
- Importers
- Exporters
- Manufacturers
- Retailers
- Distributors
- Produce importers
- Cross-border businesses
How it works
The distribution process
Receive freight
Inbound trucks and containers are unloaded at our docks.
Inspect inventory
Freight is checked and counted.
Warehouse processing
Pallets are stored, broken down or consolidated.
Inventory management
Stock stays organized and visible.
Order preparation
Orders are picked and packed.
Distribution & delivery
Freight ships across the U.S. or into Mexico.
The facility
Near the U.S.–Mexico border
San Diego, CA 92154
Truck and container deliveries should confirm dock appointments with Operations before arrival.
BorderFast support
Many BorderFast Mexico™ shipments pass through IEL warehousing before crossing into Mexico: cargo consolidation, shipment staging, inventory coordination and cross-dock efficiency for a more predictable cross-border supply chain.
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Is your warehouse bonded?
Yes. IEL operates a bonded public warehouse in San Diego.
What warehouse services do you provide?
Bonded warehousing, cross-docking, inventory management, freight consolidation, distribution and fulfillment.
Can you receive ocean containers?
Yes. We handle container unloading, processing, storage and redistribution.
Do you offer distribution services?
Yes. IEL coordinates product movement throughout the United States and Mexico.
Can warehousing be combined with customs brokerage?
Yes. Customs brokerage, warehousing, transportation and Mexico logistics are designed to work together.
Can you support seasonal inventory swings?
Yes. Flexible warehousing programs adjust to changing inventory needs.
Do you support cross-border supply chains?
Yes. Our facility and service platform are designed to support cross-border operations between the United States and Mexico.
Related
Often combined with
Produce Logistics
Receiving, inspection, staging and delivery coordination for fresh produce on a clock.
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BorderFast Mexico™
One contact from a U.S. port to final delivery in Mexico. One process. One solution.
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U.S. Customs Brokerage
Entry processing, tariff classification, PGA coordination and compliance, handled by a licensed team.
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