Matson (NYSE: MATX) shareholders approve directors, executive pay and Deloitte in 2026 vote

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Matson, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Seven directors were elected, each receiving more than 24.0 million votes in favor; for example, Bradley D. Tilden received 24,423,836 votes for and 67,407 withheld, with 2,372,717 broker non-votes.

Shareholders approved the company’s executive compensation in a non-binding advisory vote, with 24,143,908 votes for, 290,726 against and 56,609 abstentions, plus 2,372,717 broker non-votes. They also ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, with 26,561,608 votes for, 274,651 against and 27,701 abstentions.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

1 item

Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders Governance

Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.

Key Figures

Votes for Bradley D. Tilden: 24,423,836 votes Votes for executive compensation: 24,143,908 votes Votes against executive compensation: 290,726 votes +3 more

6 metrics

Votes for Bradley D. Tilden 24,423,836 votes Election of Directors proposal at 2026 Annual Meeting

Votes for executive compensation 24,143,908 votes Advisory say-on-pay proposal at 2026 Annual Meeting

Votes against executive compensation 290,726 votes Advisory say-on-pay proposal at 2026 Annual Meeting

Votes for auditor ratification 26,561,608 votes Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP for year ending December 31, 2026

Votes against auditor ratification 274,651 votes Ratification of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Broker non-votes on director items 2,372,717 votes Each director election proposal at 2026 Annual Meeting

Key Terms

Advisory Vote to Approve Executive Compensation, Broker Non-Vote, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm, Definitive Proxy Statement, +1 more

5 terms

Advisory Vote to Approve Executive Compensation financial

"Proposal 2: Advisory Vote to Approve Executive Compensation"

Broker Non-Vote financial

Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm financial

"the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm"

An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.

Definitive Proxy Statement regulatory

"Each matter was described in detail in the Company’s Definitive Proxy Statement"

A Definitive Proxy Statement is a detailed document that a company sends to its shareholders before a big meeting, like voting on important decisions. It explains what's being voted on and gives important information so shareholders can make informed choices. It matters because it helps shareholders understand and participate in key company decisions.

Annual Meeting financial

"At the 2026 Annual Meeting: (i) seven directors of the Company’s Board of Directors were elected"

A company's annual meeting is a yearly gathering where owners (shareholders) and the board review performance, ask questions, and vote on key matters like electing directors, approving auditor choices, and sometimes setting pay or dividend policies. For investors it matters because decisions made and votes cast can change who runs the company, influence strategy and payouts, and affect the value or direction of their investment—similar to a homeowners’ meeting where rules and leaders that shape your property’s value are decided.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

04/27/2026 - 04:30 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2026 (April 23, 2026)

MATSON, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)


Hawaii	001-34187	99-0032630
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)


1411 Sand Island Parkway
Honolulu, Hawaii		96819
(Address of principal executive offices)		(zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (808) 848-1211

(Former Name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐	Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐	Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:


Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, without par value	MATX	New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

At the 2026 Annual Meeting: (i) seven directors of the Company’s Board of Directors were elected, (ii) executive compensation was approved in an advisory vote, and (iii) the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the year ending December 31, 2026 was ratified.

Each matter was described in detail in the Company’s Definitive Proxy Statement, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 9, 2026. The number of votes for, against or withheld, as well as the number of abstentions and broker non-votes, as to each matter voted upon at the 2026 Annual Meeting, were as follows:

Proposal 1: Election of Directors


Nominee	For	Withheld	Broker Non-Vote
Meredith J. Ching	24,426,165	65,078	2,372,717
Matthew J. Cox	24,273,474	217,769	2,372,717
Mark H. Fukunaga	24,361,567	129,676	2,372,717
Stanley M. Kuriyama	24,414,191	77,052	2,372,717
Constance H. Lau	24,071,352	419,891	2,372,717
Bradley D. Tilden	24,423,836	67,407	2,372,717
Jenai S. Wall	24,367,195	124,048	2,372,717

Proposal 2: Advisory Vote to Approve Executive Compensation


For	Against	Abstain	Broker Non-Vote
24,143,908	290,726	56,609	2,372,717

Proposal 3: Ratification of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm


For	Against	Abstain	Broker Non-Vote
26,561,608	274,651	27,701	–

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.


	MATSON, INC.


	/s/ Peter T. Heilmann
	Peter T. Heilmann
	Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel


Dated: April 27, 2026

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Matson (MATX) shareholders approve at the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Matson shareholders elected seven directors, approved executive compensation in an advisory vote, and ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, confirming support for the board, pay practices, and audit firm.

How did Matson (MATX) shareholders vote on the director slate in 2026?

All seven director nominees were elected, each receiving more than 24.0 million votes in favor. For example, nominee Bradley D. Tilden received 24,423,836 votes for and 67,407 withheld, with 2,372,717 broker non-votes recorded on the director election proposals.

Was Matson (MATX) executive compensation approved by shareholders in 2026?

Yes. In the advisory say-on-pay vote, Matson shareholders cast 24,143,908 votes for executive compensation, 290,726 votes against, and 56,609 abstentions, with 2,372,717 broker non-votes. This result indicates overall shareholder support for the company’s disclosed executive pay program for 2026.

Which audit firm did Matson (MATX) shareholders ratify for 2026?

Shareholders ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as Matson’s Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. The proposal received 26,561,608 votes for, 274,651 against, and 27,701 abstentions, with no broker non-votes reported on the auditor ratification item.

Where were the details of Matson (MATX) 2026 meeting proposals originally described?

The detailed descriptions of each proposal were provided in Matson’s Definitive Proxy Statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 9, 2026. The Form 8-K summarizing the meeting results references that proxy statement for full proposal descriptions.

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