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Last Updated: May 7, 2024 Whether you’re moving freight or household goods to Hawaiʻi, ocean freight containers are the workhorses that keep these shipments safe along their journey. 1.73 million TEU Hawaii State Cargo Volume in FY ’22 The state of Hawaiʻi saw 1.73 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) of cargo in Fiscal Year 2022. (That’s equal to 865,000 40-foot containers!) These numbers, which include shipments of both personal items and commercial items for sale, demonstrate just how heavily Hawaiʻi’s residents rely on container shipping to keep island life moving forward. Ocean freight containers, usually made of steel and painted with marine–grade paint in order to...

Last Updated: October 21, 2024 Many people who start Hawaii trucking companies, discover that freight logistics (and trucking!) operate differently in the islands than they do in the continental 48. Hawaiʻi If you’re moving goods around Hawaiʻi, —we’ll show you how (and why!) trucking is a little different in Hawaiʻi. Whether you’re new to the Hawaiʻi drayage industry —or you simply want to deepen your understanding—we’ll walk you through the essentials so you can streamline your Hawaiʻi logistics and save yourself both time and money. 1. Each Island Is Its Own Community Whether you’re talking about Oʻahu (population: ~989,000), the Big Island (population: ~207,000), Maui...

How do you choose the best trucking service in Hawaii? Cost is a factor, but price doesn’t necessarily reflect value. A reliable trucking service that’s also flexible can help you avoid upcharges, long delays, and damaged goods. So how do you ensure that your provider will deliver a low-stress, safe and affordable experience? Royal Hawaiian Movers recommends asking a few key questions before engaging a hauling and trucking service in Hawaii. Whether you’re planning a residential or commercial move, interisland or across the Pacific, doing your homework is a smart move. Experience How long has the company provided container packing, trucking and hauling services to...

The furniture, fixtures, and equipment in your space set the tone for everything that happens within in it. FF&E gives a hotel, restaurant, or retail guest an immediate impression, one that colors their entire experience. When you’re doing an FF&E refresh in Hawaiʻi, you can hire separate companies to handle the freight, the installation, the debris removal, etc. Or, you could hire a full-service firm to take care of everything for you. Selecting an all-in-one FF&E provider allows you to: Streamline your processes by reducing the number of subcontractors you have to coordinate with. Improve communication and eliminate potential gaps by bringing multiple tasks under...