About Harbor Freight Transport Corporation
Family-Owned Since 1947 | Built Inside the Port | Trusted Across the Industry
For over 75 years, Harbor Freight Transport Corporation has been a cornerstone of the logistics industry in the Port of New York and New Jersey. Founded in 1947 and still family-owned and operated, Harbor Freight is led today by Steve Liberti, President and Owner, alongside his son, Stephen Liberti Jr.
What began as a modest trucking operation has grown into a full-service Customs Bonded logistics company, offering trucking, warehousing, transloading, export boxing, and out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo handling. Our reputation is built on reliability, flexibility, and deep experience with sensitive, complex, and time-critical freight.
Strategically Located Inside the Port
Unlike many others, Harbor Freight’s main facility is located within the Port Newark/Elizabeth Marine Terminal. This gives us a unique advantage:
When handling oversize and heavy-lift cargo, our trucks never leave port property — eliminating the need for permits, escorts, or route surveys. This leads to faster, smoother, and more cost-effective service for our clients.
We’re also just minutes from all major terminals:
- Maher Terminal – 3.9 mi
- PNCT – 2.8 mi
- APM Terminal – 4.2 mi
- Red Hook Newark – 2.2 mi
- Global Terminal – 6.8 mi
- NYCT – 12 mi
Our Mission & Vision
Since our founding in 1947, Harbor Freight Transport has grown from a local trucking company into a diversified, full-service logistics provider — offering trucking, warehousing, export boxing, transloading, and distribution services to clients across the U.S. and beyond.
With strategic locations in Port Newark/Elizabeth Marine Terminal (NJ) and Bloomingdale, GA (serving the Port of Savannah), we provide direct access to two of the East Coast’s busiest ports — allowing us to operate with speed, flexibility, and efficiency.
Over the past 75+ years, we’ve built our reputation on:
- Reliability in execution
- Responsiveness to customer needs
- Flexibility in handling even the most complex freight challenges
Our facilities and capabilities include:
- Class 3 Bonded, Bonded CFS and U.S. Customs General Order Facility
- Full-service trucking fleet with LTL, lift-gate, and air-ride trailers
- Heavy-lift crane services
- Computerized inventory & tracking systems
- Warehouse space exceeding 700,000 sq. ft. across multiple locations
Mission Statement
At Harbor Freight Transport, we strive to deliver dependable, full-service logistics solutions — including trucking, warehousing, and distribution — through our strategically located facilities at the Port Newark/Elizabeth Marine Terminal and near the Port of Savannah. We are committed to operational excellence, long-term customer partnerships, and meeting the evolving needs of global trade stemming from 75 years of industry experience.
PHONE: 973-589-6700
EMAIL: rates@harborusa.com
MAIN OFFICE: 301 Craneway Street, Port Newark, NJ 07114
