Matson has been able to avoid a strike after reaching a tentative contract agreement with two of its unions, with only hours to spare before the expiration of the current contract.
Keoni Wagner told Pacific Business News the Honolulu-based shipping company signed an agreement with the unions on Friday afternoon, adding the new deal remains subject to ratification by members.
“In the meantime, service continues uninterrupted,” he said in a email. “We’re pleased to have reached a fair and equitable…