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Pandora opens distribution centre in Canada to reduce US tariff impact

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Posted on March 31, 2026

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COPENHAGEN, March 31 (Reuters) - Danish jewellery maker Pandora said on Tuesday it was opening a distribution centre in Ontario, Canada to reduce the company's exposure to U.S. tariffs. The warehouse

Pandora Launches Distribution Centre in Ontario to Reduce US Tariff Impact

Pandora's Strategic Expansion in North America

Opening of Ontario Distribution Centre

COPENHAGEN, March 31 (Reuters) - Danish jewellery maker Pandora said on Tuesday it was opening a distribution centre in Ontario, Canada to reduce the company's exposure to U.S. tariffs.

Impact on Canadian Operations

Processing Canadian Online Orders

The warehouse in Mississauga will enable the brand to process Canadian online orders, which were previously handled by U.S. distribution centres meaning the jewellery had to pass through U.S. customs.

Manufacturing and Tariff Challenges

Pandora, known for charm bracelets, makes all its jewellery at two factories in Thailand and has been bruised by U.S. President Donald Trump raising the import tariffs on the country.

Pandora has said it expects U.S. tariffs to take 1.5 percentage points off its operating margin in 2026.

Growth and Logistics in Canada

Canada as a Key Market

Canada is one of Pandora's fastest-growing markets, the company said in a statement, and the distribution centre - operated by GXO Logistics - will speed up deliveries to the country.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Louise Rasmussen and Helen Reid, editing by Stine Jacobsen and Arun Koyyur)

Key Takeaways

  • Pandora launches Ontario distribution hub to route Canadian orders without passing through U.S. customs, reducing tariff exposure.
  • U.S. import duties—including potential steep tariffs on Thai-made goods—have pressured Pandora’s margins and growth forecasts.
  • The new facility is part of broader supply‑chain adjustments (e.g., direct shipping to Canada/Latin America) to shield margins and support one of Pandora’s fastest‑growing markets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Pandora open a distribution centre in Canada?
Pandora opened the centre in Ontario to reduce its exposure to US tariffs and speed up deliveries for Canadian customers.
How will the new distribution centre affect Canadian orders?
Canadian online orders will now be processed locally, avoiding US customs and resulting in faster delivery times.
What impact do US tariffs have on Pandora?
US tariffs are expected to reduce Pandora's operating margin by 1.5 percentage points in 2026.
Where does Pandora manufacture its jewellery?
All Pandora jewellery is manufactured in two factories located in Thailand.
Who operates Pandora’s new Canadian distribution centre?
The new distribution centre in Mississauga is operated by GXO Logistics.

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