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Awards & Recognitions
Trusted Across Hawai‘i. Recognized Nationwide.
Trusted Across Hawai‘i. Recognized Nationwide.
For more than 25 years, Island Movers has been recognized by customers, industry organizations, and community partners as one of Hawai‘i’s most trusted moving and logistics companies.
From first-place reader awards to national performance rankings and workforce honors, these recognitions reflect a long-standing commitment to service, reliability, and community leadership.
Our reputation has been built over decades of consistent performance across residential moves, inter-island relocations, continental US transitions, commercial projects, and freight logistics operations.
Customer-Voted Awards
Customer choice awards are among the strongest indicators of service quality. These honors reflect real experiences from Hawai‘i families and businesses who trusted Island Movers with their relocation needs.
- Hawaii’s Best Moving Service
Honolulu Star-Advertiser Reader Poll
First Place – 2015, 2016, 2017
Island Movers was voted Hawaii’s Best Moving Service three consecutive years by readers statewide.
Earning first place in multiple consecutive years demonstrates sustained customer satisfaction, operational consistency, and community trust.
- Best of the Best – Best Moving Company
Honolulu Advertiser People’s Choice Awards
First Place – 2006–2009 (Four Consecutive Years)
Readers voted Island Movers O‘ahu’s Best Moving Company four years in a row.
This multi-year recognition reflects strong word-of-mouth reputation and dependable service performance during a highly competitive period in Hawai‘i’s moving industry.
- Best Moving & Storage Company
Hawaii Home + Remodeling Magazine – Readers’ Choice Winner (2018)
Island Movers was selected as the top Moving & Storage Company in Hawai‘i by the magazine’s readership.
This award highlights excellence in both relocation services and secure storage solutions.
Industry & Performance Recognition
In addition to customer recognition, Island Movers has been acknowledged for operational excellence and large-scale performance at both the state and national levels.
- #1 Nationwide Home-Delivery Carrier
National Contract Carrier Ranking – 2008
Island Movers achieved the #1 national ranking among contracted home-delivery carriers for a leading U.S. retailer.
After ranking among the retailer’s top five carriers for many years, Island Movers earned the top position nationwide based on delivery performance, service quality, and operational reliability.
This distinction reflects the company’s ability to perform at a national level while operating from Hawai‘i.
- Hawai‘i’s Top 250 Companies
Hawaii Business Magazine – Multiple Years
Island Movers has been listed among Hawai‘i’s Top 250 largest companies by revenue for many years.
Continued inclusion in this annual ranking highlights the company’s scale, long-term stability, and economic impact within the state.
In 2018, Island Movers celebrated 60 years in business, reinforcing its longevity and leadership in Hawai‘i’s transportation and logistics industry.
Community & Workforce Recognition
Island Movers’ strength is rooted not only in performance, but also in workforce engagement and community contribution.
- ILWU O‘ahu Division – Outstanding Unit
ILWU Local 142 – 2003
Island Movers’ union chapter, Unit 4409, received “Outstanding Unit” recognition in its membership category at the ILWU O‘ahu Division awards.
Additional honors included:
- Male Unit Leader of the Year – George Cox
- Community Service Awards presented to Island Movers team members for volunteer service, including support for the Hawai‘i Foodbank
These recognitions reflect the strong culture, leadership, and civic involvement of Island Movers employees.
- ILWU Division Recognition Award – Attendance
ILWU Local 142 – 2019
Island Movers’ Unit 4409 received recognition for the highest membership meeting attendance in its category.
This award signifies strong employee engagement, unity, and active participation within the organization.
Ongoing Community & Industry Recognition
Beyond formal awards, Island Movers continues to be recognized for its community leadership and industry partnership contributions, including:
- Logistical support and sponsorship for the Aloha Festivals Floral Parade
- Support for HHSAA state championship athletic events
- Leadership in annual Aloha United Way fundraising efforts
- Recognition from international moving partners as a top-performing global agent in freight volume and service quality
Island Movers remains deeply connected to Hawai‘i’s communities, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
Award History Summary
For reference, below is a condensed historical overview of major recognitions.
Year(s) | Year(s) Award | Organization |
|---|---|---|
2003 | ILWU Outstanding Unit & Leadership Honors | ILWU Local 142 |
2006–2009 | Best Moving Company (1st Place, 4 Years) | Honolulu Advertiser |
2008 | #1 Nationwide Home-Delivery Carrier | National Retail Carrier Ranking |
2015–2017 | Hawaii’s Best Moving Service (1st Place, 3 Years) | Honolulu Star-Advertiser |
2018 | Best Moving & Storage Company | Hawaii Home + Remodeling |
Multiple Years | Top 250 Hawai‘i Companies | Hawaii Business Magazine |
2019 | ILWU Recognition Award – Attendance | ILWU Local 142 |
What These Recognitions Mean for You
Awards and recognitions reflect consistent performance over time.
Whether you are:
- Moving across O‘ahu
- Relocating between islands
- Moving to or from the continental US
- Managing a commercial relocation
- Coordinating freight or warehousing solutions
You are working with a company that has been repeatedly recognized for service quality, operational excellence, and community commitment.
Island Movers combines deep local expertise with national-level performance standards to deliver dependable results backed by decades of trust.
Experience Award-Winning Service
Ready to work with one of Hawai‘i’s most recognized moving and logistics companies?
“Island Movers made our inter-island move easy, fast, and completely stress-free.”
— Sarah K., Honolulu
“Their crew minimized downtime and managed our office relocation with impressive efficiency.”
— Pacific Office Group
“Packing and delivery were efficient, quick, and treated our belongings with real care.”
— Keoni R., Hilo
“Reliable logistics, timely freight support, and a team that consistently delivers for us.”
— Island Retail Partners
