Posted at 1:45 p.m., Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Matson completes new crane installation on Maui
Advertiser Staff
Matson Navigation Co. Inc. said its completed the installation of a new $5 million mobile crane at Kahului Harbor on Maui. The company said the new piece of equipment will strengthen its operations there by providing a land-based crane for container handling."Maui's economic growth in recent years has resulted in increased cargo volumes through its primary port, Kahului, as well as rises in vessel calls by the passenger sector," said Gary North, Matson senior vice president, Pacific, in a news statement.
"Our main objective is to explore new ways to promote that growth through service enhancements and port development initiatives."
The new crane is 150 feet high and can lift up to 40 tons.
