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SCAC MATU Independent Est. 1882

Matson Navigation

America’s Pacific lifeline since 1882.

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Fleet
29
vessels
Capacity
75,000
TEU
Alliance
Independent
Founded
1882
Headquarters
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
SCAC
MATU
Country
United States
Alliance
Independent
The story

Inside Matson

Matson was founded in 1882 when Captain William Matson sailed his schooner Emma Claudina from San Francisco to Hawaii. For over 140 years it has been the vital ocean link serving Hawaii, Alaska, Guam and the islands of the Pacific.

A Jones Act carrier, Matson also runs the premium China–Long Beach Express (CLX), one of the fastest transpacific services in the market, prized by shippers who need speed and reliability.

“America’s Pacific lifeline since 1882.”
Matson operates container services — a fleet built since 1882. Search live sailing schedules below.

At a glance

  • Founded 1882; the historic lifeline to Hawaii and the Pacific
  • US Jones Act carrier (Hawaii, Alaska, Guam)
  • Runs the expedited China–Long Beach Express (CLX)
Services

Live service loops for Matson aren’t published here yet — search sailing schedules below for up-to-date port pairs, transit times and vessels.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the SCAC code for Matson? +

The SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) for Matson Navigation is MATU — the code that identifies the carrier on bills of lading, in EDI messages and across booking and customs systems. Use it to look up Matson sailings and shipments on ShipScanner.

How do I track a Matson container? +

Enter your Matson container, bill-of-lading or booking number on ShipScanner to see live vessel position, milestones and estimated arrival — no Matson login required and no per-carrier portal to chase.

Where can I find Matson sailing schedules? +

Search ShipScanner's schedule tool to see Matson departures and arrivals across the major trade lanes, then compare transit time, frequency and routing against other carriers before you book.