Manukai (2003) Now LNG Capable
From the summer of 2023 through the summer of 2024, Matson’s Manukai (IMO 9244130) spent time in COSCO Shipping Shipyard in Nantong, China. Her original engine was replaced with a dual-fuel engine. This new engine and its associated systems enable the ship to run on liquified natural gas (LNG).
Manukai’s first voyage to Honolulu, post-LNG conversion, was in November 2024.
The following images are of Manukai inbound to Pier 52, Honolulu Harbor. She was assisted by Foss Maritime tugs Pi‘ilani and Mikioi.
Manukai off the south coast of O‘ahu approaching Honolulu Harbor. 26 November 2024.
Manukai inbound with Mikioi off her port bow. Note the enclosed bow. 26 November 2024.
Manukai with Mikioi off her port bow and Pi‘ilani at her stern. 26 November 2024.
Manukai turning in the basin by Aloha Tower. 26 November 2024.
Manukai with Mikioi. 26 November 2024.
Manukai with Mikioi. 26 November 2024.
Manukai with Mikioi and Pi‘ilani starting to back down Kapālama Channel to Pier 52. 26 November 2024.
