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Matson, Inc. scores 7/10 on the AskCyborg Cyborg Score (Solid). Matson is a stable, differentiated operator in Pacific logistics with strong margins, but faces near-term revenue headwinds and cyclical industry pressures. Matson's 8.8% annualized revenue growth over the last five years was decent, slightly above the average industrials company. However, recent performance shows demand has slowed with annualized revenue growth.

What is Matson, Inc.'s industry? Matson, Inc. (matson.com) operates in Marine Transportation & Logistics. AskCyborg classifies Matson, Inc. under Marine Transportation & Logistics in its company registry.

Matson, Inc. engages in the provision of ocean transportation and logistics services, operating through two segments: Ocean Transportation and Logistics. As a leader in Pacific shipping since 1882, Matson provides a v...

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Matson is a stable, differentiated operator in Pacific logistics with strong margins, but faces near-term revenue headwinds and...

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Industry Marine Transportation & Logistics
3 named competitors
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Matson, Inc. engages in the provision of ocean transportation and logistics services, operating through two segments: Ocean Transportation and Logistics. As a leader in Pacific shipping since 1882, Matson provides a vital lifeline to the economies of Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, Micronesia, and the South Pacific and premium, expedited service from China to Southern California.

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Matson differentiates itself through decades of experience, a focus on service quality, and specialized regional expertise, with operations built upon rigorous vessel management, responsive customer service, and comprehensive logistics planning. The company's strong gross margin of 35.7% over the last five years signals it sells differentiated products, not commodities.

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Operating in a competitive maritime and logistics landscape, Matson differentiates itself through decades of experience, a focus on service quality, and specialized regional expertise. Primary competitors include global shipping lines and regional logistics providers like A.P. Møller-Mærsk, Costamare, and other marine transportation companies, though Matson's focus on Pacific island routes and integrated logistics creates a niche advantage.

Industry Context

Matson, Inc. operates in Marine Transportation & Logistics.

Key facts

Founded: 1882 · Headquarters: Honolulu, Hawaii · Revenue: $3.4B · Market cap: $3.3B

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  • This quarter, Matson's revenue fell by 8.5% year on year to $880.1 million but beat Wall Street's estimates by 5.1%.
  • Matson's gross margin is good compared to other industrials businesses, with an impressive 35.7% gross margin over the last five years.
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  • November 2025Revenue fell 8.5% YoY to $880.1M but beat estimates by 5.1%
  • November 2025Analysts project 6.9% revenue decline over next 12 months
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Global container shippingLeading global shipping and logistics conglomerate→Shipping and marine servicesShip leasing and maritime services provider→Logistics and supply chainDomestic and international logistics competitors→

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Frequently asked questions

What does Matson, Inc. do?+
Matson, Inc. engages in the provision of ocean transportation and logistics services, operating through two segments: Ocean Transportation and Logistics. As a leader in Pacific shipping since 1882, Matson provides a v...
What is Matson, Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
Matson, Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 7/10 (Solid). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are Matson, Inc.'s main competitors?+
Named competitors include Global container shipping, Shipping and marine services, Logistics and supply chain. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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