Overview
MATSON VESSEL MATSONIA (IMO NO. 9814612) is an operational harbour vessel in Honolulu, Hawaii, serving as a container ship under U.S. regulatory oversight.
MATSON VESSEL MATSONIA (IMO NO. 9814612) is a container vessel operating out of Honolulu Harbor, Hawaii, United States. The vessel is part of the Matson Navigation Company fleet and is classified under NAICS 488320 (Marine Cargo Handling). Honolulu Harbor is a major Pacific hub for containerized cargo, connecting the Hawaiian Islands to the U.S. West Coast and Asia. The vessel operates under the U.S. EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES regulations for discharges, including ballast water and bilge water. As a container ship, it handles a mix of consumer goods and intermodal containers. The regulatory framework also includes compliance with IMO MARPOL Annexes for oil, sewage, garbage, and air emissions. As a key component of Hawaii's supply chain, the Matsonia ensures the steady flow of essential goods to the island state. Its operations are subject to environmental monitoring to protect the sensitive marine ecosystems surrounding Oahu, including coral reefs and coastal habitats.
Environmental context
The vessel operates in the vicinity of Honolulu Harbor, which is adjacent to the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and other sensitive coastal habitats. Container ships like the Matsonia must manage ballast water to prevent invasive species introduction and comply with oil-water separation standards to avoid pollution in the nutrient-rich waters of the Pacific.
Frequently asked questions
MATSON VESSEL MATSONIA is based at Honolulu Harbor, specifically at 1411 Sand Island Parkway, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819, United States.
The Matsonia is a container ship operated by Matson Navigation Company, designed to carry intermodal containers and general cargo between Hawaii and the U.S. mainland.
The vessel must comply with the U.S. EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for discharges, NPDES permits, and IMO MARPOL Annexes for oil, sewage, garbage, and air emissions.
As a container ship operating in Hawaiian waters, the Matsonia is required to treat ballast water to prevent the introduction of invasive species, in accordance with the VGP and Coast Guard regulations.
Honolulu Harbor is the primary port for containerized cargo in Hawaii, handling over 80% of the state's goods. The Matsonia plays a critical role in this supply chain.
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