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 13 mile 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.

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Quick Facts

  • Percentage of business in automotive: 60% of operating income.
  • Existing OEMs: Aston Martin, BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, INEOS, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Maserati, MINI, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Rolls Royce, Tesla, Subaru, Volvo
  • Annual turnover: More than 375,000 autos 90,000 high-and-heavy units.
  • Auto carriers: Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics, EUKOR Car Carriers, GLOVIS, K-Line, Seim Car Carriers, 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

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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

CITY OF PORT HUENEME AND PORT OF HUENEME PARTNER ON COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND PROJECTS

September 2, 2026

The City of Port Hueneme City Council has approved funding for two community benefit projects that support coastal preservation and bring residents together through an annual community event.

Beneath the Surface: Inside ANTX Coastal Trident Event DELTA at the Port of Hueneme

August 24, 2026

Visit the Port of Hueneme, and you’ll see us doing what we do best-making cargo move. The safe, efficient, and reliable movement of goods is what we’re known for. A unique operating model we call the Hueneme Way has built us into one of California’s leading, congestion-free commercial gateways. But if you’ve visited the port,…

Making Waves: Port of Hueneme Hosts “Sustaining the Seas Summit” in Recognition of World Oceans Day

August 18, 2026

Ocean experts, policymakers, and community leaders dive into the challenges facing our oceans and explore innovative solutions to protect California’s waters