Shipbuilding
Matson's Fleet Expansion Moves Into Full Production at Hanwha Philly Shipyard
Matson's $1 billion Aloha Class fleet renewal program reached a major milestone as Hanwha Philly Shipyard advanced construction on the second and third LNG-powered containerships for Jones Act trades. The three vessels, scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028, will measure 854 feet long with 3,600 TEU capacity and service speeds exceeding 23 knots. Built with LNG dual-fuel capability and energy-efficiency technologies, the ships will replace three existing vessels while supporting Matson's greenhouse gas reduction goals.