December is one of the busiest months of the year for importers. Businesses across Ireland increase shipments ahead of January to prepare for new-year demand, restock inventory, launch new product lines, or get ahead of supplier price changes.
But with heavy port traffic, customs backlogs, and tight delivery timelines, importing in December can quickly become stressful — unless you have the right logistics partner.
Spratt Logistics helps companies import seamlessly during peak season with bonded warehousing, daily port collections, efficient devanning, and expert customs support. Here’s how we make December clearance smooth, fast, and stress-free as you prepare for 2026.
Why Businesses Import Heavily in December?
Many companies choose December for major imports because:
- January demand is high (post-holiday sales, Q1 launches, new budgets)
- Stock levels need replenishing after the holiday rush
- Manufacturing lead times increase early in the new year
- Businesses want goods cleared before year-end accounting
- Avoiding January port congestion is a strategic advantage
But the challenge is getting everything cleared and stored on time.
Spratt Logistics is designed to handle exactly this kind of seasonal pressure.
Bonded Warehousing for Smooth, Flexible Clearance
One of the biggest advantages Spratt offers is our customs-bonded warehouse in Dublin. This allows businesses to:
- Store uncleared cargo securely
- Avoid expensive demurrage or port storage fees
- Complete customs clearance without time pressure
- Plan deliveries at a convenient time
- Manage cash flow by delaying duty payments
For December importers, bonded warehousing is one of the most effective ways to prevent delays and keep goods moving.
Daily Port Collections to Keep Shipments Moving
During December, ports experience heavy congestion and extended waiting times. Spratt Logistics operates daily port collections, ensuring your cargo:
- Is moved quickly from the port
- Avoids backlog delays
- Is transported safely to our bonded facility
- Can begin clearance immediately
This rapid turnaround keeps your supply chain flowing even as port volumes peak.
Efficient Devanning for Faster Processing
Once goods arrive at our facility, our experienced team handles professional devanning, including:
- Safe unloading of containers
- Segregation and palletising of goods
- Damage inspections
- Preparation for customs examination
- Efficient storage or onward distribution
During a busy month like December, fast and accurate devanning is essential to avoid clearance delays and missed delivery deadlines.
Expert Customs Support to Avoid Delays
Customs clearance can be the biggest bottleneck for December imports. That’s why Spratt Logistics provides full customs support, including:
- Import documentation
- T1 transit and bonded cargo management
- Tariff classifications
- Compliance checks
- Coordinating with customs officers
- Managing inspections or queries
Our team works proactively to prevent clearance delays, so your goods are processed quickly and correctly.
Onward Distribution Across Ireland
After customs clearance, Spratt Logistics provides flexible delivery options to get your goods where they need to be, including:
- Nationwide distribution
- Delivery to warehouses, retailers, or fulfilment centres
- Coordinated multi-drop services
- Scheduled or same-day delivery options
Whether you’re restocking for January or preparing for a new launch, Spratt ensures your goods reach their destination efficiently.
Why Spratt Logistics Is the Ideal Partner for December Imports?
Spratt Logistics helps businesses stay ahead of the holiday rush and avoid the common challenges of peak-season importing:
✔ Customs-bonded warehouse
✔ Daily port collections
✔ Professional devanning
✔ Expert customs clearance
✔ Secure storage
✔ Nationwide delivery
✔ End-to-end logistics support
We make the process predictable, organised, and stress-free — exactly what you need in December.
Start 2026 With Confidence — Import Smoothly With Spratt Logistics.
If you’re planning to import goods ahead of the new year, now is the time to prepare. Spratt Logistics ensures your December shipments are handled efficiently from port arrival to final delivery.
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