The U.S.-based ocean carrier benefited from elevated freight costs and reduced air cargo capacity in select markets, CEO Matthew Cox said.
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The U.S.-based ocean carrier benefited from elevated freight costs and reduced air cargo capacity in select markets, CEO Matthew Cox said.
Published May 21, 2026
A Matson container vessel docked at the Port of Oakland. Matson's volumes were up higher due to air-to-ocean freight conversions, its CEO said.
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