CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 4, 2014 —/PRNewswire/ — Horizon Lines, Inc. (OTCQB: HRZL), one of the nation’s leading domestic ocean shipping companies, today announced that the Board of Directors has elected Interim President and Chief Executive Officer Steven L. Rubin to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer on a non-interim basis effective September 1, 2014.  Mr. Rubin was appointed to Horizon Lines’ Board of Directors in November 2011 and continues to serve as a Director of the company.

“Throughout this interim period, Steve’s experience and skills as a seasoned transportation executive have made the transition seamless,” said David N. Weinstein, Chairman of the Board.  “Steve brings a tremendous amount of energy to the role, and his focus on safety, reliability and world class service makes him the perfect steward of our strong transportation legacy. We look forward to his continued leadership.”

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