At Southwest Freight, we provide reliable and efficient Container Freight Station (CFS) services in Houston, Texas and New Orleans, Louisiana, supporting importers and exporters with seamless cargo handling at two of the Gulf Coast’s most strategic port locations.

 

As a family-owned logistics company serving customers since 1967, we understand the importance of speed, accuracy, and security when moving international freight.

Southwest Freights CFS facilities are designed to streamline the consolidation and deconsolidation of cargo, helping businesses reduce costs, improve transit times, and simplify supply chain operations.

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Whether you are handling full container loads (FCL) or less-than-container loads (LCL), Southwest Freight delivers dependable solutions backed by decades of experience in intermodal drayage, warehousing, and logistics services.

What is a Container Freight Station (CFS)?
A Container Freight Station (CFS) is a secure, customs-approved facility where cargo is consolidated for export or deconsolidated for import. Our strategically located CFS warehouses near the Ports of Houston and New Orleans allow for efficient cargo transfer between ocean carriers, trucks, and rail.

Our CFS Services Include:

Import Cargo Handling

• Deconsolidation of LCL shipments

• Container stripping and unloading

• Cargo sorting, segregation, and palletizing

• Short-term and long-term storage solutions
   

Export Cargo Services

• Cargo consolidation for outbound shipments

• Container stuffing and loading

• Export documentation assistance

• Freight staging and scheduling
   

Customs & Compliance Support

• Customs bonded warehousing

• Assistance with customs clearance processes

• Secure handling of regulated and high-value freight
   

Value-Added Warehouse Services
 

• Cross-docking and transloading

• Inventory management and distribution

• Labeling, shrink wrapping, and pallet rework

• Order fulfillment and pick-and-pack services
   

Why Choose Southwest Freight for CFS Services?

With over 150,000 square feet of secure, customs-bonded warehouse space, Southwest Freight offers a full-service logistics solution tailored to your supply chain needs. Our facilities are equipped with 24-hour security, CCTV monitoring, and experienced warehouse staff, ensuring your cargo is handled safely and efficiently.

We are fully compliant and certified, including TWIC, HAZMAT, and overweight/over-axle permitting, making us a trusted partner for complex freight operations. Our proximity to major port terminals in Houston and New Orleans allows us to provide faster turnaround times and reliable drayage support.

Streamline Your Imports & Exports with Southwest Freight

Whether you are importing goods into the United States or exporting cargo overseas, our Houston and New Orleans CFS facilities provide the flexibility and expertise needed to keep your freight moving. Partner with Southwest Freight for dependable Container Freight Station services, intermodal trucking, and logistics solutions across the Gulf Coast.