Matson (NYSE:MATX) (NYSE: MATX) is a U.S.-based provider of ocean transportation and supply chain logistics services with a focus on Pacific trade lanes. The company operates a fleet of container ships that regularly service Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, Micronesia and other Pacific islands, as well as mainland U.S. ports. Matson’s ocean transportation segment offers scheduled liner services, expedited shipping options and specialized project cargo handling for industries ranging from retail to heavy machinery.
In addition to its core liner operations, Matson offers ocean transportation services between Asia and the U.S. West Coast. The company’s Pacific service network connects key Asian manufacturing centers—such as China, Japan and South Korea—with major U.S. import gateways. Matson employs modern containerships designed for fuel efficiency and environmental performance, enabling on-time delivery of consumer goods, bulk commodities and industrial supplies.
Matson Logistics, the company’s dedicated logistics and distribution arm, provides end-to-end supply chain solutions across North America. Services include drayage, cross-dock and transloading operations, warehouse management, inventory control and real-time shipment visibility. By integrating ocean freight with inland transportation and warehousing, Matson Logistics helps customers streamline sourcing, distribution and inventory flows.
Founded in 1882 by maritime entrepreneur William Matson and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, Matson has grown into one of the largest U.S.-flag carriers in the Pacific. The company is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Matthew J. Cox, supported by a senior management team overseeing operations, finance and strategic development. Matson’s long-standing heritage and emphasis on safety, reliability and sustainability underpin its role as a critical link in Pacific and trans-Pacific supply chains.
