Safety. Precision. Zero Compromise.
Reliability Drives Us
When you partner with Pioneer Freight, “reliable” becomes tangible.
“Reliable" gets thrown around a lot. At Pioneer Freight, we prove it with every container pickup, every on-time delivery, and every hazmat haul completed without compromise.
99.3%
On Time Delivery Rate
$0
Cargo Damage Claims
18K+
Annual Shipments Moved
2%
FMCSA Unsafe Driving Score Top tier safety performance
Built on the Gulf Coast. Built to Deliver.
Pioneer Freight isn't a national carrier trying to manage Houston from a distant corporate office. We are Gulf Coast natives who understand the unique demands of this region's port operations, petrochemical industry, and manufacturing sector.
Why Regional Expertise Matters:
Terminal relationships - Daily operations at Gulf Coast ports mean we know the people, the procedures, and the fastest routes
Industry knowledge - We understand Gulf Coast petrochemical, construction, and food processing shipping patterns
Weather preparedness - Hurricane season, tropical storms, port closures—we know how to navigate Gulf Coast weather disruptions
Local accountability - When issues arise, you talk directly to Houston-based management, not a call center in another state
Regional compliance - Familiar with Texas DOT regulations, Gulf Coast environmental standards, and port-specific requirements
Our Service Areas
Port of Houston (Barbours Cut & Bayport terminals) Houston Ship Channel corridor Deer Park, La Porte, Pasadena chemical belt Baytown, Mont Belvieu, Texas City Galveston port operations BNSF & Union Pacific rail terminals 100-mile Houston metro radius
Move Freight With Confidence.
TWIC Certified Drivers DOT Hazmat Endorsed Barbours Cut & Bayport Experts Family-Owned Since [YEAR]
Port of Houston Drayage
Import and export container pickup and delivery from Barbours Cut and Bayport terminals. TWIC-certified drivers with established terminal relationships for faster turnarounds and fewer delays.
Industries Served:
- Chemical manufacturers & distributors
- Food importers & processors
- Construction material suppliers
- Industrial equipment manufacturers
- Consumer goods importers
Key Features:
- Daily Barbours Cut & Bayport operations
- Expedited pickup for demurrage deadlines
- Import/export documentation coordination
- Real-time container tracking
Hazmat & Chemical Transportation
DOT-certified container drayage for hazardous materials and chemical products requiring compliant handling, specialized documentation, and hazmat-endorsed drivers.
Industries Served:
- Petrochemical manufacturers
- Specialty chemical producers
- Industrial chemical distributors
- Paint & coatings suppliers
- Pharmaceutical ingredients
- Agricultural chemical companies
Key Features:
- 100% hazmat-endorsed driver fleet
- DOT compliance & proper documentation
- Containerized hazardous materials expertise
- Safety record with zero major incidents
Rail Drayage & Intermodal
Seamless intermodal container movement connecting BNSF and Union Pacific rail terminals to Port of Houston facilities and final warehouse destinations throughout the Houston metro area.
Industries Served:
- Construction materials (lumber, metals, fixtures)
- Food & beverage (packaged goods, ingredients)
- Industrial manufacturing (machinery, parts)
- Chemical products (packaged/palletized)
- Consumer packaged goods
Key Features:
- BNSF & Union Pacific terminal access
- Rail-to-port and port-to-rail coordination
- Intermodal container expertise
- Inland destination delivery
Full Truckload Container Service
Dedicated full container transportation within 100 miles of Houston for specialty freight requiring complete load control, time-sensitive delivery, and enhanced security throughout transit.
Industries Served:
- Food-grade products
- High-value industrial equipment
- Temperature-sensitive goods
- Construction project materials
- Time-critical manufacturing components
Key Features:
- Complete container control & security
- Dedicated equipment for sensitive loads
- 100-mile Houston service radius
- Priority scheduling for urgent shipments
Drive for a Company That's Driven to Serve
At Pioneer Freight, we rely on skilled hazmat and TWIC-certified drivers to deliver the toughest loads safely—and we’re ready to bring more professionals onto our team.
Your Freight, Our Focus.
Get direct pricing for Port of Houston container drayage. TWIC-certified drivers. Hazmat expertise. Family-owned service without the 4PL markup.
(832) 714-3000
fax - (832) 714-3002
info@pioneerfrt.com
24/7 Emergency Dispatch
For urgent container pickups