Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Freight Partner for Caribbean and Latin America Shipments
Antilles Freight has been a trusted name in international freight services for over 30 years. Since our first sailing on June 24, 1988, we have pioneered electronic cargo tracking systems that provide real-time shipment status updates through automated email notifications and online access. Our 55,000-square-foot customs-bonded warehouse in Miami offers strategic proximity to major transportation hubs while maintaining full inventory control. Our leadership team, with combined industry experience exceeding 80 years, personally oversees daily operations across business development, administration, and logistics execution. We specialize in comprehensive freight solutions including local trucking, packing, crating, and cargo segregation.Our weekly ocean freight and daily air freight services connect North America with key Caribbean and Latin American destinations like Jamaica, Trinidad, Barbados, and Guyana. Our facility's location between major expressways and the Port of Miami ensures efficient cargo handling. We maintain strict compliance with customs regulations through our bonded warehouse status. Our technology-driven approach guarantees transparency in shipment tracking while maintaining personalized service standards. With decades of industry expertise, we continue to refine our processes to meet evolving global shipping demands.
Services
Ocean Freight
Air Freight
Cargo Tracking
Local Trucking
Packing & Crating
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of specialized freight industry experience
- Our real-time cargo tracking system provides complete shipment visibility
- Customs-bonded warehouse ensures regulatory compliance
- Strategically located 55,000 sq. ft. Miami facility enables efficient logistics
- Leadership team with combined 80+ years of industry expertise
Services
Ocean Freight
Our weekly ocean freight services connect North America with key Caribbean and Latin American ports. With dedicated sailings to Jamaica, Trinidad, Barbados, and Guyana, we provide reliable container shipping solutions. Our customs-bonded warehouse ensures proper cargo handling while our electronic tracking system maintains shipment visibility throughout transit.
Air Freight
Daily air freight services deliver time-sensitive shipments to major Caribbean and Latin American destinations. With multiple weekly flights to Jamaica, Trinidad, and Barbados, we guarantee prompt delivery through our strategically timed cutoff schedule. Our Miami facility's proximity to international airports ensures efficient cargo processing for urgent shipments.
Cargo Tracking
Our electronic tracking system provides real-time cargo status updates through automated email notifications and online access. Customers receive immediate alerts when shipments arrive at our facility, with continuous monitoring from warehouse to final destination. This technology-driven approach ensures complete transparency in the shipping process.
Local Trucking
We offer comprehensive local trucking services to complement our international freight solutions. Our logistics network handles cargo transportation between our Miami warehouse and regional destinations. This service integrates seamlessly with our ocean and air freight operations to provide end-to-end shipping solutions for Caribbean and Latin American trade routes.
Packing & Crating
Our facility provides professional packing and crating services to ensure cargo safety during transit. Specialized packaging solutions protect goods through our warehouse's segregation system before international shipment. These ancillary services maintain cargo integrity from Miami to final destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America.
People
Ed Lopez
President
With over 40 years of logistics industry experience, Ed Lopez leads Antilles Freight's strategic operations. He oversees business development and ensures the company maintains its reputation for reliable Caribbean shipping solutions.
Joseph Rhoden
Executive Vice President and Secretary
Joseph Rhoden brings extensive logistics expertise to his role as Executive Vice President. With over 40 years in the freight industry, he manages daily operations while maintaining the company's commitment to efficient Caribbean and Latin American shipping services.
Questions
What destinations do you serve?
We provide freight services to Caribbean and Latin American countries including Jamaica, Trinidad, Barbados, and Guyana, with connections to all major global destinations.
How can I track my shipment?
Our electronic tracking system provides real-time updates through automated email notifications and online access once your cargo arrives at our Miami facility.
What warehouse services do you offer?
We operate a 55,000 sq. ft. customs-bonded warehouse in Miami with inventory control systems, packing, crating, and cargo segregation services.
What are your air freight cutoff times?
Air freight cutoff is noon local time the day before scheduled flights, with daily services available to major Caribbean destinations from our Miami hub.
How experienced is your team?
Our leadership team has combined industry experience exceeding 80 years, with direct involvement in daily operations since our founding in 1988.
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