Culture

People

A&B is a community of individuals, working together to grow its businesses in new ways and new places and create greater shareholder value over time. The diversity of our workforce, from stevedoring to sales, from property management to planning, is an irreplaceable strength that is the foundation of the company. And we continually invest in our people to extend our reach into our customers' value chains, and to respond directly to changes in the marketplace.

Values

All of A&B's businesses share two common principles which have guided the company since its inception in 1870:

Innovation: A&B is a 138-year old start-up, with a dedicated workforce focused on creatively exploring opportunities throughout our value chain to best meet our customer needs. We were the first in Hawaii to pioneer sustainable agronomic practices. We were the first in the Pacific to utilize containerized shipping. We were the first in the world to offer guaranteed ocean transportation delivery. And we use the pioneering spirit of our founders as a touchstone to every new initiative we pursue.

Leadership: A&B strives to be a leader within the industries it operates and within the communities in which we live. We operate the world's most reliable shipping line. We align our property developments with community needs. We are stewards of the lands we hold. We are active in supporting the communities we serve through a history of philanthropy. And we pursue leadership in all of our endeavors.

Community

Believing that business success is borne out of community involvement and strong relationships, A&B strives to be a leader both in and within the communities in which it does business. A&B exerts leadership in supporting community causes and encourages its employees to become intimately involved in shaping their communities, lending their time, talents and professional expertise to numerous non-profits. To A&B, commitment is measured by decades, not years.