 KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii AP - A Hawaii ocean shipping company plans to update rules regulating its cargo service as it continues to seek federal coronavirus relief through the state. Young Brothers LLC will not suspend mixed cargo shipping and loads that are less than a full container, West Hawaii Today reported Sunday. Company president Jay Ana told the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission that the service adjustments are part of changes following a May 26 request for 25 million in coronavirus relief. The commission is investigating the financial condition of the 120-year-old company, which said the funds are needed to stay afloat during the economic collapse caused by the pandemic. Young Brothers cited a 30 drop in cargo volumes and losses expected to reach 25 million by the end of the year. The losses are anticipated despite cost-cutting measures, including 6 million from reduced sailings to Maui and Hilo and 1 million from workforce reductions, hiring freezes and salary cuts. The Honolulu company is considered valuable to local economies, especially on smaller islands such as Molokai and Lanai that depend on its tug-and-barge service. The interisland shipping company made the decision not to suspend shipping of mixed cargo and smaller loads earlier this month after hearing from customers and the community, Ana said. The company previously announced plans to continue operations under a reduced schedule and move the barge arrival day in Hilo on the Big Island from Thursday to Monday, which was also driven by customer requests, Ana said. For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe... 