Matson orders two Con-Ro ships from NASSCO

摘要

General dynamics NASSCO will build two new combination container and roll-on/ roll-off (Con-Ro), LNG-capable container-ships for Matson Navigation Company Inc. The Kanaloa class vessels will complete the renewal of Matson's Hawaii fleet. Construction is expected to begin early 2018, with delivery scheduled for the end of 2019 and mid-year 2020, respectively. The 870 ft long, 3,500 TEU Kanaloa class vessels will feature an enclosed garage space for up to 800 vehicles, and transport containers, automobiles and rolling stock, including trailers.