Trucking Companies in Hawaii

Directory of 1,420+ registered carriers in Hawaii (HI). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Hawaii

Hawaii's trucking industry is fundamentally different from the mainland — all goods must arrive by ship or plane, and trucking handles the last-mile distribution across the islands. Honolulu is the primary freight hub, with the Port of Honolulu receiving most cargo. Military logistics represent a significant portion of freight demand due to large military installations. Short haul distances but heavy congestion on Oahu create unique operating conditions with high per-mile rates.

Top Trucking Companies in Hawaii

Young Brothers

DOT Number: 312456
City: Honolulu, HI
Fleet Size: 300+
Specialties: IntermodalContainer

Matson Navigation

DOT Number: 287654
City: Honolulu, HI
Fleet Size: 800+
Specialties: IntermodalContainer

Aloha Freight Carriers

DOT Number: 2456789
City: Honolulu, HI
Fleet Size: 150+
Specialties: Dry VanReefer

Hawaii Transfer Company

DOT Number: 456789
City: Honolulu, HI
Fleet Size: 200+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Seko Logistics Hawaii

DOT Number: 1876234
City: Kapolei, HI
Fleet Size: 100+
Specialties: LTLWhite Glove

Pacific Transfer

DOT Number: 3234567
City: Pearl City, HI
Fleet Size: 120+
Specialties: FlatbedContainer

Island Movers

DOT Number: 1543876
City: Honolulu, HI
Fleet Size: 180+
Specialties: Household GoodsSpecialized

Grace Pacific

DOT Number: 2198765
City: Honolulu, HI
Fleet Size: 250+
Specialties: Dump TruckConstruction

Hawaii Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$3.50

Top Equipment Types

ContainerDry VanReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

Honolulu
Kapolei
Hilo

Key Industries

Military logistics
Tourism supply chain
Construction
Agriculture

Hawaii Trucking Regulations

Hawaii has unique trucking requirements due to its island geography. All freight must arrive by ocean or air. Weight limits vary by island — Oahu allows 80,000 lbs on some roads while neighbor islands have lower limits. Special permits are needed for oversize loads. The state does not participate in IFTA or IRP, requiring separate registration.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Hawaii

Hawaii has approximately 1,420 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Young Brothers, Matson Navigation, Aloha Freight Carriers.

The largest carriers operating in Hawaii include Young Brothers, Matson Navigation, Aloha Freight Carriers. These companies cover specialties including Container, Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.

The most common equipment types in Hawaii are Container, Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Military logistics, Tourism supply chain, Construction, Agriculture. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $3.50.

The major freight hubs in Hawaii are Honolulu, Kapolei, Hilo. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.