
Hanwha Philly Shipyard Delays $1B Matson Ship Program to 2028
Hanwha Philly Shipyard’s $1 billion Matson container ship program has shifted into 2028, while Hanwha Ocean plans a $5 billion expansion of the U.S. yard.

Hanwha Philly Shipyard’s $1 billion Matson container ship program has shifted into 2028, while Hanwha Ocean plans a $5 billion expansion of the U.S. yard.

The Trump administration has announced a one-year suspension of port fees on China-linked vessels and will begin negotiations with China on shipbuilding and maritime logistics under the Section 301 framework.

U.S. carrier Matson has paid $6.4 million in Chinese port fees since October before the 12-month U.S.-China tariff pause.
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