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Helpful Articles - Kona

Big Island Ocean Freight Tips: Shipping Cargo to/from Hilo & Kona with Ease

Business owners on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi rely on ocean freight to deliver the supplies that keep their operations moving. To help add ease to your next Big Island ocean freight shipment, we put together this guide. Whether your freight is moving through Hilo Harbor or Kawaihae Harbor, we’ll show you everything you need to know. The must-knows you’ll find below will help you keep your supply chain running efficiently, avoid common Big Island ocean freight pitfalls, and keep your costs manageable. Big Island Freight Must-Know #1: The Island Has Two Ports If you live on the Big Island, you’re probably already aware of...

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Finding a Big Island Local Moving Company: Kona & Kohala Moves

The sheer size of the Big Island can make navigation difficult. Add to that the varying quality and size of the roads—and elevation changes—and it’s no wonder that a Big Island relocation can come with its share of challenges. When you’re doing a move on the Big Island, you want someone who’s familiar with navigating all of these challenges. On the Kona (leeward) side of the island, these include things like: Narrow streets and roads that restrict navigation and offer limited parking Steep roads and driveways that are tough to negotiate with larger equipment Low-hanging wires that can prevent access in certain areas Traffic and...

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