HONOLULU (KHON2) — Members of the public are invited to weigh in on shipping cost increases proposed by Young Brothers, the shipping company responsible for all interisland cargo shipping.
Young Brothers is looking to raise their shipping costs by an average of 20% for most cargo, saying that the price increase would help cover operating costs and upgrades to its equipment and infrastructure.
Should the raise be accepted, container shipping will cost 20% more, with shipping to Hilo rising 35%. Shipping a car would rise 30%, and refrigerated items would increase 40%.
There will be a total of four meetings for the public, with the first being held on April 7 at 5:30 p.m. at the Public Utilities Commission Hearing Room.
For information on the meeting, such as address and how to join online, as well as future meeting information, visit the Public Utilities Commission website.