Aloha Freight Forwarders
Honolulu, HI
Hawaii freight specialist since 1956, offering comprehensive freight services between mainland US, Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam with locations on multiple Hawaiian islands.
Review profileFreight Forwarders in Honolulu, Hawaii
Compare 9 active directory profiles using documented capabilities and local operating fit.
Planning freight forwarders service in Honolulu
Honolulu is Hawaii’s principal freight gateway. Island supply chains depend on coordinated ocean, air, warehousing, drayage, and final-mile capacity, with schedules and storage requirements shaped by limited local inventory and inter-island movements.
Use the profiles below to build a shortlist, then confirm the precise lane, cargo, equipment, timing, authority, insurance, availability, and price directly with each provider.
Freight connections
- Honolulu Harbor
- Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
- H-1 and Oahu distribution corridors
Industries shaping demand
- retail and food supply
- tourism
- construction
- defense
Questions to resolve
- Confirm sailing or flight cutoffs and the handoff between mainland, Oahu, and neighbor-island carriers.
- Ask how the provider handles port appointments, chassis, storage, and delivery constraints on Oahu.
Evidence to compare
- Mode and trade-lane coverage
- FMC, IATA, SCAC, or applicable authority evidence
- Documentation and customs capabilities
- Cargo handling and handoff requirements
What freight forwarders do in the Honolulu market
Freight forwarders coordinate international or multimodal movements, documentation, carrier handoffs, consolidation, and destination delivery.
In Honolulu, the operating context includes Honolulu Harbor, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, H-1 and Oahu distribution corridors. Demand is shaped by retail and food supply, tourism, construction, defense.
Shortlist criteria
- Trade lanes, modes, gateways, and overseas-agent coverage
- FMC, IATA, SCAC, MC, or other applicable operating evidence
- Consolidation, documentation, customs, and cargo-handling scope
- Incoterm, insurance, exception, and destination-charge responsibilities
Questions before requesting a quote
- Who contracts each leg and who owns exceptions at origin, gateway, and destination?
- Which charges are excluded from the quote, including duties, exams, storage, demurrage, or destination fees?
Directory evidence standard: An indexable forwarder profile must include detailed capabilities, recent review, and at least one applicable authority or industry identifier recorded by UNITECARGO.
Provider counts by service
As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:
- 9 freight forwarders
Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers
- Honolulu Harbor
- Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
- H-1 and Oahu distribution corridors
Local selection rules
Honolulu is Hawaii’s principal freight gateway. Island supply chains depend on coordinated ocean, air, warehousing, drayage, and final-mile capacity, with schedules and storage requirements shaped by limited local inventory and inter-island movements.
- Confirm sailing or flight cutoffs and the handoff between mainland, Oahu, and neighbor-island carriers.
- Ask how the provider handles port appointments, chassis, storage, and delivery constraints on Oahu.
When to use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Honolulu
Honolulu is not one vendor type. The right first call depends on whether the freight still needs a building, a licensed desk, or a truck.
| When this is the job | Use | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory, fulfillment, or staging near Honolulu Harbor | 3PL | The constraint is the building, cutoff, and handling—not a one-off truck. |
| A one-time or irregular lane after the freight is ready to roll | Freight broker | You need a licensed desk to source capacity, not a warehouse agreement. |
| A dedicated lane you can fill and schedule | Carrier | Direct USDOT or MC identity and equipment beat an extra handoff. |
Compare documented Freight Forwarders capabilities in Honolulu
Compare provider bases, modes, capabilities, service-appropriate evidence, and verification dates before requesting shipment-specific terms.
| Provider | Base | Transport modes | Documented capabilities | MC | DOT | FMC | CBP | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aloha Freight Forwarders | Honolulu, HI | Ocean, Truck Ftl, Truck Ltl | Hawaii-Alaska-Guam Trade Lanes, Ocean Freight, Trucking Services | — | 1025714 | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Ambyth Shipping Micronesia Inc. | Honolulu, HI | Ocean, Air | Micronesia Trade Lanes, Pacific Islands Specialty | — | — | 015996 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Approved Freight Forwarders | Honolulu, HI | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl +1 | Only Forwarder With Terminals On All 4 Major Hawaiian Islands, Multi-Modal Services | — | — | 026739 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| CEVA Freight LLC | Honolulu, HI | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | International Freight Forwarding, Global Logistics | — | — | 021430 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| DHX - Dependable Hawaiian Express | Honolulu, HI | Air, Ocean, Truck Ftl | Hawaii-Guam-Pacific Rim, Latin America Trade | — | — | 025458 | — | Aug 14, 2026 |
| Pacific Transfer | Honolulu, HI | Ocean, Truck Ftl | Container Delivery, 250+ Containers Daily To Local Retailers | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Packair Airfreight Inc. | Honolulu, HI | Air, Ocean | 35+ Years Serving Hawaiian Islands, Air And Ocean Freight | — | — | 001605 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Sun Express International (BNX Shipping Hawaii) | Honolulu, HI | Air, Ocean | International Shipments, Domestic Air/Ocean, Customs Brokerage | — | — | 017666 | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Triple B Forwarders | Honolulu, HI | Ocean, Air, Truck Ftl | Hawaii And Pacific Region, Ocean Freight Consolidation, 20,000 Sq Ft Warehouse | — | — | — | — | Aug 13, 2026 |
Editorial profiles are shown alphabetically. Paid placements appear separately and are labeled. This table does not assign ratings or declare a best provider.
Freight Forwarders profiles in Honolulu
Ambyth Shipping Micronesia Inc.
Honolulu, HI
Founded in 1976, specializing in freight forwarding services between Hawaii and Micronesia with expertise in Pacific Islands trade lanes.
Review profileApproved Freight Forwarders
Honolulu, HI
Founded in 1991, the only freight forwarder with terminals on all 4 major Hawaiian islands, providing comprehensive ocean, air, and trucking services.
Review profileCEVA Freight LLC
Honolulu, HI
International freight forwarding and logistics provider offering comprehensive global supply chain management services from Hawaii.
Review profileDHX - Dependable Hawaiian Express
Honolulu, HI
Comprehensive freight forwarding services specializing in Hawaii, Guam, Pacific Rim, and Latin America trade with air, ocean, and trucking capabilities.
Review profilePacific Transfer
Honolulu, HI
Container delivery and freight forwarding specialist serving Hawaii with 250+ containers delivered daily to local retailers.
Review profilePackair Airfreight Inc.
Honolulu, HI
Specializing in air and ocean freight services to Hawaii, Guam, and Pacific Rim with 35+ years of experience and C-TPAT validation.
Review profileSun Express International (BNX Shipping Hawaii)
Honolulu, HI
International freight forwarder specializing in air and ocean freight services with TSA, FMC, IATA, and C-TPAT certifications for secure and compliant shipping.
Review profileTriple B Forwarders
Honolulu, HI
Founded in 1976, specializing in freight forwarding and logistics services for Hawaii and the Pacific region with extensive consolidation capabilities.
Review profileQuestions about Freight Forwarders in Honolulu
How many freight forwarders are listed in Honolulu?
UNITECARGO currently lists 9 active profiles in the Honolulu market that are marked verified and classified as freight forwarders. Counts change as records are reviewed.
What freight connections matter for freight forwarders in Honolulu?
This page covers Honolulu Harbor, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, H-1 and Oahu distribution corridors. Confirm the provider actually serves the terminal, airport, or corridor your shipment uses.
How should I compare freight forwarders in Honolulu?
Confirm sailing or flight cutoffs and the handoff between mainland, Oahu, and neighbor-island carriers. Ask how the provider handles port appointments, chassis, storage, and delivery constraints on Oahu.
When should I use a broker, a carrier, or a 3PL in Honolulu?
Use a 3PL when inventory has to sit or get picked. Use a freight broker when the freight is ready and you need capacity. Use a carrier when you have a dedicated lane and can work a USDOT or MC identity directly.