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    Matson Navigation Company

    Matson Navigation Company operates shipping services connecting the U.S. Mainland to Pacific destinations.

    Ports:33
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    $3.46B
    Revenue
    33
    Ports

    Company Overview

    Matson Navigation Company operates shipping services connecting the U.S. Mainland to Pacific destinations.

    Key Leadership

    • Matt Cox – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Matson Navigation Company operates shipping and logistics across the Pacific, Asia, and North America.

    Equipment & Infrastructure

    Container Types

    • Dry Container

      Standard steel container for general cargo, available in 20', 40', and 45' sizes.

    • Refrigerated Container

      Insulated container with cooling unit for temperature-sensitive goods.

    Technology Platforms

    • Blume Global IoT and machine learning platform
    • Matson Logistics Supply Chain cloud-based IT platform

    Warehouses & Logistics Hubs

    Logistics facilities and distribution centers worldwide:

    • California (Long Beach)

      Matson Container Yard handles containers, autos, and oversized cargo at Pier C Street

    • California (Oakland)

      Corporate office and terminal facility supporting Pacific shipping at 555 12th St

    Certifications & Capabilities

    International Safety Management (ISM) Code ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)

    Global Locations & Network

    Matson operates a Pacific shipping network connecting the US West Coast, Hawaii, Alaska, Asia, and the South Pacific. Its fleet provides regular, expedited service to key ports including Long Beach, Shanghai, and Guam.

    Carrier Partners & Alliances

    Matson owns 35% of SSA Terminals, LLC, a joint venture with a Carrix, Inc. subsidiary. Matson Logistics extends reach via partnerships for intermodal, brokerage, and supply chain services.

    Service Portfolio

    Ocean Freight

    • Transpacific container shipping
    • Hawaii and Alaska routes
    • South Pacific service

    Contract Logistics

    • Freight forwarding solutions
    • Cargo consolidation services
    • Third-party logistics partnerships

    Special Cargo

    • Roll-on roll-off shipments
    • Break bulk cargo

    Digital Offerings

    Matson Navigation Company digital platforms offer shipment tracking, booking, and document management.

    Industry Reputation & News

    Awards & Recognition

    2024 MARAD RRF contract award; 2024 USTRANSCOM $4B Indefinite Delivery Contract

    Recent Developments

    Rusty Rolfe, President of Matson Logistics, will retire on July 1, 2025, after 24 years.

    Analysis & Future Outlook

    Strengths

    • Strong market share in Pacific shipping routes
    • Modern, fuel-efficient vessel fleet
    • Integrated logistics and supply chain solutions

    Challenges

    • Trade volatility and US-China tariffs impacting shipping volumes
    • Declining share price due to ongoing global trade tensions

    Opportunities

    • Expansion in China service due to elevated freight rates
    • Growth in Guam shipping volumes expected in 2025
    • Leveraging supply chain management for higher logistics income