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.

What's New at the Port

A man in a suit is sworn in by a woman in a green blazer, while another woman raises her hand, marking the announcement of a $3.935 million state grant for Port of Hueneme. A virtual meeting is visible on the screen as Californias port data partnership program gains momentum under the governors initiative.

Steering the Ship, Jess Ramirez Sworn In as President of Oxnard Harbor District

January 17, 2025

Download Press Release For further information contact: Contact: Letitia Austin Public & Government Relations Manager                                                                                      laustin@portofh.org                                                                                      Cell: (805) 816-8324 [PORT HUENEME, CA] –At a ceremony held…

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Silhouetted cranes at sunset grace the cover of the Hueneme Dock Talk 2024 Year End Newsletter for The Port of Hueneme, Oxnard Harbor District, celebrating a $3.935 million state grant as part of the expanding California Port Data Partnership Program.

Hueneme Dock Talk 2024 Year End Newsletter

December 27, 2024

  Thank you to all the Port customers, community, government, and agency partners who help us make cargo move. We wish you a joyous holiday season and a prosperous new…

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A woman plays mini-golf outdoors, watched by three people, as she puts towards a ramp adorned with large dice. Nearby, discussions buzz about the $3.935 million state grant for the Port of Hueneme, part of California's port data partnership program ramping up progress statewide.

CAREGIVERS “Chari-Tee” Putt Putt Golf Tournament: A Celebration of Charity, Community, and Creativity

November 23, 2024

For further information contact: Port of Hueneme Contact: Adam Vega Community Outreach & Legislative Specialist avega@Portofh.org City of Port Hueneme Contact: James Vega City Manager jvega@ci.port-hueneme.ca.us (805)986-6518   [PORT HUENEME,…

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