Niche Cargo

Unique Cargo? No Problem!

The Port of Hueneme is uniquely positioned as the only deep-water seaport between Los Angeles and San Francisco and is recognized as one of the most efficient and effective trade gateways on the West Coast. Globally, Hueneme’s prime geographic location provides shorter sailing times, quicker access to berths, and uncongested connection to California’s automotive epicenters and agriculture heartland. Dockside, the port offers over 12 miles of Class III short-line railroad, with 4 spurs, which connects to the Union Pacific Railroad and plays a significant role in the transportation of freight and goods throughout the country.

In addition to our fresh produce and ro-ro auto businesses, the Port also accommodates a variety of unique project cargoes including construction; mining and agricultural equipment; pressure vessels; reactors and autoclaves; oversized pipes; tanks; valves and fittings; industrial machinery and transformers.

Strong freight activity growth was seen in the Port’s high and heavy cargo. Recent general cargo the Port handled includes:

World’s largest ring crane, wind blades, power generators, 300+ ton pieces
High & heavy/heavy-lift/lo-lo cargos, construction, mining and agricultural equipment; pressure vessels, reactors and autoclaves
Oversized pipes, tanks, valves and fittings; industrial machinery and transformers

Our flexible attitude, convenient location, and specialized focus have made the Port one of the most productive and efficient international trade gateways on the Pacific Coast. Uncongested waterways and terminal gates, docks and transportation corridors result in quick turnaround times and speed to market. In addition, to a highly productive labor force that is focused on unique customer requirements and cargo throughput.

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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”…