Automobiles

Uncongested US West Coast Ro-Ro Hub with Quicker Throughput and More Capacity

The only US West Coast commercial deep water seaport between Los Angeles and San Francisco, The Port of Hueneme specializes in autos and other ro-ro, high-and-heavy and project cargo. Strategically located in the center of the most populated state in the US with one of the largest automotive industry markets. The Port of Hueneme handles over 6% of all US car volume.

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Why Original Equipment Manufacturers Choose the Port of Hueneme

The Port of Hueneme is the geographic epicenter for the consumer auto markets of Central and Southern California, and the growing Southern Nevada region. Optimally positioned to serve emerging short sea shipping opportunities, the Port offers a dedicated ro-ro terminal, six deepwater berths and 8,000 parking bays — adjacent to three auto processors who have handled as many as 360,000 autos, with capacity to meet increasing demand.

The Port is the grantee of the Foreign Trade Zone #205, which defers Customs duty until they are ready for U.S. consumption, shipped on to another FTZ or shipped to another country, with the duty deferment still in effect or paying no duty at all.

Automotive Experts

The Port of Hueneme is a vital link in the automotive industry supply chain and has experienced consistent growth since the first vehicles arrived in 1977. A full-service auto port with highly skilled and motivated teams focused on unique customer requirements, maximum productivity and minimal risk of danger.

World Class Processing

Vehicles are processed by three nearby world-class facilities: Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions (WWS), GLOVIS America Inc. and BMW.

Easy Intermodal Access

Uncongested waterways, docks and transportation corridors result in quick turnaround time and fewer delays. Near dock access to Ventura County Railroad (VCRR), a local short line rail system with the highest safety ratings, operated by Genesee & Wyoming. VCRR is an integral corridor for the movement of autos through the port and its processing facilities, interchanging with Union Pacific Railroad, providing an important intermodal link throughout North America. The port’s intermodal corridor provides streamlined access to major California transportation routes, US Highway 101 and Interstate 5.

Quick Facts

Percentage of business in automotive: 60% of operating income.
Existing OEMs: BMW, MINI, Rolls Royce, Volvo, Land Rover, Jaguar, Maserati, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Aston Martin, Mitsubishi, General Motors, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Nissan, Tesla, Subaru.
Annual turnover: More than 375,000 autos 90,000 high-and-heavy units.
Auto carriers: Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics, EUKOR Car Carriers, GLOVIS, K-Line, Seims, Mitsui OSK Lines, NYK.
Key auto trade partners include: Europe, Great Britain, Scandinavia, Mediterranean, East Asia, Latin America, South Africa.

Bring Your Cargo To the Port of Hueneme

Aerial view of a coastal port with two docked cargo ships, cranes, shipping containers, and accessible port infrastructure set against a backdrop of the ocean and clear sky.

A Vibrant U.S. West Coast Port with Higher Productivity and Lower Congestion

Our flexible attitude, convenient location, and specialized focus has made The Port one of the most productive and efficient international trade gateways on the Pacific Coast.

Why Hueneme?

What's New at the Port

Silhouetted cranes and ships at a harbor during sunset, with a calm water surface and a few birds in the sky, set the scene as the Port of Hueneme embraces new horizons with a $3.935 million state grant under California's expanded Port Data Partnership Program.

Building Bridges – Port of Hueneme and Port of Paita Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Establish a Sister Port Relationship

November 14, 2024

Download Press Release Contact: Letitia Austin Public & Government Relations Manager laustin@portofh.org [PORT HUENEME, CA] – The Port of Hueneme, California and the Port of Paita, Peru are…

A speaker at a podium addresses attendees during a business event. Behind them, a projector displays "State of the Port" with news of the $3.935 Million state grant for Port of Hueneme. In the foreground, people sit at tables with food as California ramps up its Port Data Partnership Program.

A Dynamic Look at Growth, Innovation, and the Future Shared at the 2024 “State of the Port”

November 7, 2024

West Ventura County Business Alliance Hosts Annual Port Update Download Press Release Contact: Letitia Austin Public & Government Relations Manager laustin@portofh.org [PORT HUENEME, CA] – The Residence Inn…

A vibrant green graphic showcases The Port of Hueneme's commitment to achieving zero emissions by 2030, highlighting the $42,287,893 EPA Clean Ports Grant. The display also nods to a recent $3.935 million state grant as part of California's Port Data Partnership Program expansion.

Port of Hueneme “Goes Electric!” Over $42 Million EPA Clean Ports Grant Award

October 29, 2024

Charging Forward, One More Step Toward Zero Emissions Download Press Release Contact: Giles Pettifor Director of Environment and Sustainability gpettifor@portofh.org [PORT HUENEME, CA] – Port of Hueneme “Goes Electric”…