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MOL Group Unveils Phase 2 of its Management Plan 'BLUE ACTION 2035'

In Phase 2, the focus of group management will shift from 'Transformation and Expansion' to 'Value Realization'. Building on the investments made in Phase 1 and leveraging the competitive strengths of the group.

04.01.2026

MOL PLUS Wins Prize in the Climate Change Category at the 2025 NIKKEI Blue Ocean Awards

MOL PLUS CO., Ltd., has, for the first time, received a prize in the Climate Change Category at the 2025 NIKKEI Blue Ocean Awards.


17.12.2025

MOL Award established for the Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology Business Plan Contest

MOL and MOL PLUS are creating a new 1-million-yen MOL Award for TUMSAT’s 2025 Business Plan Contest to support student-driven marine sector innovations.


08.12.2025

MoU on Standard Design Framework Using MILES for CO₂ & Alternative Fuel Ships

Japanese shipping and shipbuilding leaders signed an MoU to develop a unified MILES-based design framework for liquefied CO₂ carriers and alternative-fuel ships, aiming to boost efficiency and Japan’s global competitiveness.

01.12.2025

MOL Donates Model of Wind Challenger-equipped Shofu Maru to IMO

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines presented a model of the Wind Challenger-equipped coal carrier Shofu Maru to the International Maritime Organization during an IWSA Wind Propulsion Reception in London on October 22.

24.11.2025

New Cruise Ship Mitsui Ocean Sakura Scheduled to Enter Service in September 2026

MOL Cruises, Ltd. announces 29 debut cruise itineraries and onboard facilities for its new cruise ship Mitsui Ocean Sakura, scheduled to enter service in 2026.



17.11.2025

98% Methane Slip Reduction from LNG-fueled vessels Achieved in Onboard Trials

The Project, spanning six years from FY2021 to FY2026, aims to achieve a methane slip reduction rate of 70% or more for LNG-fueled vessels by combining methane oxidation catalysts with engine improvements


10.11.2025

MOL Signs Wide-ranging Partnership Deal with Kumejima Town

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) signed a partnership agreement with Kumejima Town in Okinawa to collaborate on renewable energy, decarbonization, and industrial tourism.



03.11.2025

MOL signs MoU with NH3 Clean Energy and Oceania Marine Energy for Ammonia Bunkering Development

Two cadets from MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy were named among the Philippines’ Top 10 Outstanding Maritime Cadets, marking a first for a Japanese-affiliated academy.


27.10.2025
First in the World as an Ocean-Going Shipping Company to Participate in the Ammonia Bunkering Hub Initiative in the Pilbara Region of Western Australia

MOL signs MoU with NH3 Clean Energy and Oceania Marine Energy for Ammonia Bunkering Development



20.10.2025
MOL, Research Partners Achieve Efficient, High-precision Seabed Observation of Cold Discharge Water from Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

MOL announced on 24th of September that it has conducted an environmental assessment of cooling water discharged from Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) as a joint research project.

03.10.2025
MOL Group Takes High-profile Role in World-renowned Shipping Event 'London International Shipping Week 2025'

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd announced on 24th of September that it has conducted an environmental assessment of cooling water discharged from Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) as a joint research project.

26.09.2025
MOL Capesize Bulker's 1st Biofuel Voyage Underway for Anglo American

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has completed biofuel bunkering for its capesize bulk carrier Lambert Maru in Singapore.




19.09.2025
MOL, TradeWaltz and Suzuki Sign MOU for Cooperation on the Collaboration in Automobile Trade between India and Africa

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, TradeWaltz, and Suzuki Motor signed an MOU at TICAD 9 to strengthen automobile trade between India and Africa


21.08.2025
MOL Cruises Announces Name for New Cruise Ship: MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that MOL Group company MOL Cruises, Ltd. has named its new cruise ship, scheduled to enter service in late 2026, the MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA.

19.08.2025
MOL Completes Large-scale Renovation of Technical Research Center

MOL has completed a major renovation of its Technical Research Center in Kawasaki, creating a futuristic, eco-friendly, and employee-focused facility.





14.08.2025
MOL Announces Group Exhibit at TICAD9 - Highlighting MOL Group Presence in Africa

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd announced that it will be exhibiting at the TICAD Business Expo & Conference, an event held in conjunction with the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9)



12.08.2025
Future Low-emission Ammonia Marine Engine Project Selected for UK Government's Maritime Decarbonisation Program

The Project will focus on optimising our ammonia technology, with the University of Southampton providing advanced combustion simulations and Clean Air Power GT Ltd. developing a high-flow ammonia injector.


11.08.2025
MOL, Mitsui & CO. Jointly Acquire Port Service, Steel Processing, Machinery/Equipment Manufacturing Businesses Serving U.K. Offshore Energy Industry

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced on 31st of July that the company teamed up with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. to acquire the terminal/port business related to the U.K. port of Nigg, owned by GEG (Holdings) Limited.

01.08.2025
MOL Hosts Tour of Newest Car Carrier to Celebrate Marine Day

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) held a special event on Marine Day 2025 (July 21) to mark the 30th anniversary of the holiday, in collaboration with Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and the Nippon Foundation.



30.07.2025
Japanese Shipping Industry Begins Consideration of Donating a New Training Vessel to JMETS

MOL, NYK Line ve K LINE, along with the Japanese Shipowners' Association (JSA), donation of a large-sized training vessel to the JMETS.




22.07.2025
MOL Hosts University Students from Australia for Environmental/Safety Learning Session and Ship Operation Experience

MOL developed this event as part of a program based on the Australian government's New Colombo Plan (NCP), which is supported by Mitsui & Co. (Australia) Ltd.

17.07.2025
MOL Forms Partnership with Innovative Space Carrier, TSUNEISHI SOLUTIONS TOKYOBAY to Commercialize Vessel for Offshore Rocket Launch/Recovery

This project originated from the MOL Group's new business proposal program, the 'MOL Incubation Bridge'.



10.07.2025
Kinetics and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Sign MOU to Develop World's First Integrated Floating Data Center Platform

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Kinetics, the energy transition arm of Karpowership, have signed an MOU to develop next-generation Floating Data Centers.



08.07.2025
Approval in Principle (AiP) for World's First LCO2 / Methanol Carrier

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, have acquired Approval in Principle (AiP) from Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK) for liquefied CO2 (LCO2) / methanol carrier.


01.07.2025
MOL Group to Participate in Maritime Innovation Accelerator Program for Startups

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd, to participate for the first time as an innovation partner in the PIER7 Smart Port Challenge 2025 (‘SPC’), a maritime innovation accelerator program.


26.06.2025
MOL, MISC and PETRONAS Announce Landmark Joint Venture to Advance Cross-Border CO2 Transportation

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd., PETRONAS CCS Ventures Sdn. Bhd. and MISC BERHAD announced the incorporation of a strategic joint venture, Jules Nautica Sdn. Bhd.


24.06.2025
Low-GHG Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) to Be Installed on LNG Carrier

MOL and Samsung Heavy Industries have received Approval in Principle from Lloyd’s Register for a 174,000m³ LNG carrier design equipped with a 300kW Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, supplied by Bloom Energy.


17.06.2025
Daibiru's First Project in the UK: Acquisition of ‘Capital House’, a Prime London Office Building

DAIBIRU CORPORATION is pleased to announce the acquisition of a 100% stake in Capital House, a 121,489 sq. ft. office and retail building located in heart of the City of London.

12.06.2025
Nippon Maru Slated for Retirement in May 2026

Mitsui Ocean Cruises, will retire its cruise ship Nippon Maru on May 10, 2026, with a cruise returning to Yokohama.




10.06.2025
MOL Becomes first Japanese Shipping Company to Retire Technology-Based CDR Credits

MOL, announced its participation in the NextGen CDR Facility, a collaborative initiative supporting to build a market for credible, scalable carbon removal technologies since 2022.

30.05.2025
MOL Group's Hanaria, Japan's 1st Hydrogen and Bio Fuel Hybrid Passenger Ship, Earns 'Ship of the Year 2024'

The Hanaria was developed by MOL Group company MOL Techno-Trade, Ltd.




27.05.2025
MOL Hosts 1st Online Event for Women Seafarers to Mark IMO International Day for Women in Maritime

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that the company held its first online event for women seafarers on May 16.



22.05.2025
MOL Fostering the Shipping Industry Leaders of Tomorrow

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that it held a workshop for MOL Ambassadors, where they learned about ocean shipping and MOL business.



20.05.2025
MOL to Join Offshore Wind Power Project off Taiwan

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has agreed to acquire a 10% stake in CI Fengmiao Ltd from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partner P/S.



15.05.2025
MOL-operated Car Carrier ORCA ACE Wins 2024 'Best Quality Ship Award'

Japan Federation of Pilots' Associations (JFPA) has presented its Best Quality Ship Award for fiscal year 2024 to an MOL-operated vessel-the car carrier ORCA ACE.



13.05.2025
Emissions-Free Power Introduced in All DAIBIRU-Owned Buildings in Japan and Overseas

DAIBIRU CORPORATION, part of the MOL Group, has achieved 100% emissions-free power across 29 domestic and international properties


06.05.2025
LNG-fueled Capesize Bulker Verde Heraldo Delivered, Will Supply JFE Steel Mills

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that the naming and delivery ceremony for the MOL-ordered LNG-fueled Capesize bulker for JFE Steel Corporation was held at the Saijo Shipyard of Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.


22.04.2025
Install Wind Challenger Hard Sail Propulsion Systems on LNG Carrier Serving Tokyo Gas

This is the world's second Wind Challenger to be installed on an LNG carrier.




18.04.2025
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Opens to Public: MOL Exhibit Offers Hands-on Experience at the Future City Pavilion

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced the opening of the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan started from April 13, which MOL sponsors as a Bronze Partner.


15.04.2025
MOL President & CEO Hashimoto Addresses Company's Entrance Ceremony

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. President & CEO Takeshi Hashimoto welcomed 117 new employees and shared MOL's history and future direction.



10.04.2025
MOL Completes Biofuel Bunkering on a Capesize Bulk Carrier for BHP

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced the successful completion of a biodiesel-blended marine fuel (biofuel) bunkering on its capesize bulk carrier, MIDNIGHT DREAM.


08.04.2025
Direct Ocean Capture tech-based carbon removal credits offtake agreement and strategic partnership with Captura Corp.

MOL and Captura Corp, have become the first company to sign a large-volume offtake agreement for the permanent removal of CO2 from the atmosphere using Captura's Direct Ocean Capture (DOC) technology.

27.03.2025
MOL Deploys the World's First Ammonia-fueled Capesize Bulkers and Chemical Tankers

MOL along with Belgium-based CMB.TECH NV, have decided to jointly own and charter a total of nine Capesize bulkers and chemical tankers that can run on ammonia



25.03.2025
MOL Starts Use of Bio-LNG Fuel for Car Carrier Celeste Ace

MOL announced that its operated LNG-fueled car carrier Celeste Ace was supplied with about 500 tons of bio-LNG fuel from Titan Supply B.V. at the port of Zeebrugge, Belgium.



20.03.2025
MOL Energia Signs Long-time Charter Contracts for 2 Additional Newbuilding VLECs to SCG Chemicals

MOL Energia Pte. Ltd., has signed long-term charter contracts with SCG Chemicals (SCGC).



18.03.2025
World's 1st Successful Onshore Supply of Green Hydrogen Produced at Sea

MOL announced that green hydrogen produced from offshore wind using the demonstration yacht “Winz Maru” was supplied onshore in the central breakwater area of Tokyo.


13.03.2025
Completion of 'Future Life Expo: Future City' Exhibit at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai

MOL announced that as a sponsor, it attended the ceremony to mark the completion of the ‘Future Life Expo: Future City’ Pavilion



11.03.2025
MOL Museum ‘Funeshiru’ Opens in July, 2025

MOL announced the MOL Museum ‘Funeshiru,’ featuring hands-on and interactive displays, will open at the Asia and Pacific Trade Center



04.03.2025
MOL, KEPCO Sign MoU to Collaborate on Carbon Credit Project

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and The Kansai Electric Power Company (KEPCO) today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to consider collaboration on a carbon removal credit project.

27.02.2025
MOL Invests in 13 Mari, Developer of Ripple-shaped 'Flowsmart' Elements

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Fukada Salvage & Marine Works have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore collaboration in the transportation and installation of floating offshore wind turbines in Japan.

25.02.2025
Successful Field Trial of the ‘InfraLaser’ Rust and Coating Removal System on an Actual Vessel

MOL, MOL Drybulk, Furukawa Electric and TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING conducted a successful field trial of the ‘InfraLaser’ system on the outer hull of an actual vessel in December 2024.

20.02.2025
MOL Recognized with 'A' Score for Transparency on Climate Change

MOL has been recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by global environmental non-profit CDP.



14.02.2025
MOL Group Exhibits at WIND EXPO International Wind Energy Expo

MOL and group companies will exhibit at WIND EXPO [Spring], the 15th [International] Wind Energy Expo - (February 19-21), as part of Smart Energy Week 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight.


11.02.2025
Japan’s Ambassador, Visits Container Donations in Hatay

Ambassador Katsumata visited the donated containers organized by MOL Turkey with the support of Japanese companies and local businesses.



05.02.2025
MOL announces delivery of “environmentally friendly” vessel Prima Verde

MOL announced that the multi-purpose vessel ‘ Prima Verde’ owned by ‘Daishin Shipping Co., Ltd.’ was delivered at Onomichi Shipyard.


04.02.2025
MOL Group Charters 3 Large Ethane Carriers for SCG Chemicals

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that on January 23, its group company MOL Energia Pte. Ltd. signed a long-term charter contract for three newbuilding very large ethane carriers (VLECs) with SCG Chemicals PLC.

28.01.2025
MOL Completes the Acquisition of Shares of Making Gearbulk a Consolidated Subsidiary

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. acquired 72% of the shares of its equity method affiliate Gearbulk Holding AG, making the company a consolidated subsidiary.


23.01.2025
MOL and Marubeni Establish a New Company Venture

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. and Marubeni Corporation Establish a New Company Venture in the Nature-based Carbon Removal Credit Business to -Open the Way to a Sustainable Future Through the Power of People and Forests.

21.01.2025
MOL Announces Launch of 'MOL Africa' Website Introducing Group Business in Africa

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced the launch of 'MOL Africa', a website covering its business and initiatives related to Africa.



17.01.2025
Newbuilding LNG Carrier for Total Energies Named MOL Azure

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) held a naming ceremony for its new LNG carrier, the MOL Azure, at Hanwha Ocean's Geoje Shipyard in South Korea on January 10.



14.01.2025
MOL CEO Hashimoto's 2025 New Year Message

MOL President & CEO Takeshi Hashimoto delivered the following '2025 New Year Message' to all MOL Group officers and employees on January 7.

07.01.2025
MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy in Philippines Receives Accreditation under MLIT 'Japan International Ship System'

MOL announced that MMMA was certified by Japan’s MLIT on December 12 as an ‘Authorized Seafarer Education Institution’ under the JISS system.

26.12.2024
MOL Obtains 3rd Party Certification for Pure Car Carrier Book and Claim Service

This service will allow MOL to allocate the greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction value resulting from the use of low-carbon fuels, including LNG and biofuels.


24.12.2024
MOL was Honored with the ‘World LNG Shipping Award 2024’ at the World LNG Summit in Berlin

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines has been awarded the World LNG Shipping Award 2024 at the World LNG Summit held in Berlin, Germany, from 9-12 December.

19.12.2024
MOL and QatarEnergy Sign Long-term Time Charter of Six Newbuilding LNG Carriers

MOL has signed a long-term charter contract with QatarEnergy for six high technology ‘QC-MAX’ LNG Carriers.


17.12.2024
MOL Switch to Invest in Heirloom, a U.S. DAC Technology Developer

MOL Switch LLC, aims to invest in decarbonization technologies, became the first Japanese company to participate in Heirloom Carbon Technologies, Inc.


10.12.2024
New Cruise Ship MITSUI OCEAN FUJI Debuts on December 1

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced the December 1 launch of the MITSUI OCEAN FUJI.



03.12.2024
MOL Signs Comprehensive MoU with Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

MOL announced that it signed (MoU) with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).



28.11.2024
MOL, KEPCO Sign MoU for Joint Study of Liquefied Hydrogen Carrier

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and The Kansai Electric Power Company have signed a memorandum of understanding.



26.11.2024
MOL to Build Logistic Center on Kobe's Port Island

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced on 5th of November that its decision to construct a logistics center.



14.11.2024
MOL Holds Marine Plastic Waste Survey Event for Children in Nagoya

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd announced that in cooperation with the nonprofit organization Team Kujira-go, it held a marine debris survey event at the Fujimae tideland in Nagoya

12.11.2024
MOL Signs Long-Term Time Charter Contract for Singapore's 1st FSRU

MOL has signed a long-term time charter contract with Singapore LNG Corporation




31.10.2024
MOL to Study Vessel Transport of Liquefied CO2

MOL to Study Vessel Transport of Liquefied CO2 as Part of JOGMEC Call for ‘Engineering Design Work for Advanced CCS Projects’


22.10.2024
MOL to Merge 3 Group Companies

MOL will merge three group subsidiaries responsible for maritime technology and engineering.



08.10.2024
MOL Introduces App for Performance Degradation Tracking 'Fouling Analysis

MOL has launched an application called ‘Fouling Analysis’ as part of its ‘FOCUS’ big data project.


03.10.2024
Handover Ceremony for the New Cruise Ship MITSUI OCEAN FUJI

Handover Ceremony for the New Cruise Ship MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, Scheduled to Enter Service in December 2024.


26.09.2024
MOL Invests in HIF Global, a U.S.-based company of e-Fuels

MOL Clean Energy, US. LLC, to invest in HIF Global LLC, a company developing and operating e-Fuels projects globally.


24.09.2024
MOL and Chevron, announced an agreement to install Wind Challenger

MOL and Chevron Shipping Company to Install Wind Challenger on LNG Carrier Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion Systems is an LNG Shipping First

19.09.2024
MOL Becomes 1st Japanese Board Member of Book and Claim Community

Environmental Initiative Aims to Decarbonize International Logistics



17.09.2024
11 MOL Group-managed Vessels Earn Commendations from Japan Coast Guard for 4th Consecutive Year

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has announced that ten of its vessels received commendations from the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) on Japan Hydrography Day.

13.09.2024
Joint Study to Establish Standard Specifications and Designs for LCO2 Carriers

‘K’ LINE, MOL, NYK Line, Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, Imabari Shipbuilding, JMU ve Nihon Shipyard partnership for LCO2 Carriers

10.09.2024
Car Carrier CERULEAN ACE Earns ClassNK Certification for Voluntary Onboard Fire Prevention Measures

This certification represents ClassNK's official recognition of MOL's effort to pursue advanced safety initiatives.


05.09.2024
MOL Unveils Exhibition Content for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan 'Future City'

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. offered the media and the public a preview of its exhibit at the Future Society Showcase projects



29.08.2024
World's 1st Installation of Rotor Sails on a Capesize Bulk Carrier for VALE

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Vale retrofitted a 200,000-ton bulk carrier with Norsepower Rotor Sails, marking its first call at Ponta da Madeira, Brazil.


27.08.2024
Joint Study Launch on Biomethane from Animal Manure with Hamanaka Town and Partners

In this study, the six organizations will evaluate the feasibility of using all or part of the biomethane.


20.08.2024
MOL PLUS Co., Ltd. announced its decision to invest in ZABoooN, Inc.

ZABoooN’s MARITIME 7 cloud-based service is designed to address industry-specific issues and solve various problems in the maritime industry.


15.08.2024
Daibiru to Participate in Logistics Real Property Development Project in Nagoya

MOL announced on 30th of July that its group company Daibiru Corporation is participating in a logistics real estate development project in Nagoya.


13.08.2024
MOL Obtains AiP for ‘LNG Carrier Installing Wind Challenger’

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has been awarded an approval in principle (AiP) by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK).



06.08.2024
Reduce fuel and GHG emissions by an average of 6% through Sofar's Wayfinder

Wayfinder provides the optimal speed and route for safe and efficient navigation to each ship daily.



01.08.2024
MOL Earns Top Rating of 3 Stars in 'Eruboshi Certification,' Reflecting Excellence in Promoting Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace

MOL received the highest rating of 3 stars from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's ‘Eruboshi Certification'

30.07.2024
MOL Becomes 1st Japanese Shipping Company to Earn ClassNK's 3rd Party Certification for Human Resources-related Social Data

This means that ClassNK, has verified that MOL group's data collection methods and results are appropriate

25.07.2024
MOL to Invest in Carnot, a Tech Startup Developing Ways to Dramatically Increase Engine Fuel Efficiency, Slash GHG Emissions

This project has been led by MOL(Europe Africa)LTD.


23.07.2024
MOL Car Carrier Firmament Ace Joins Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium's Loggerhead Turtle Migration Research Project

The vessel transporting turtles and aquarium staff



22.07.2024
Daibiru Joins Office Building Development Project in India

On 28th of June that its group company Daibiru Corporation invests about US$123.5 million to join the Atrium Place Project.


16.07.2024
MOL Announces Delivery of Bulk Carrier Green Winds

Daibiru Corporation invests about US$123.5 million to join the Atrium Place Project.



11.07.2024
Karadeniz Holding and MOL Collaborate on New Powership

Construction commenced with a steel cutting ceremony at Sedef Shipyard on July 5.


09.07.2024
MOL Joins Smart Freight Centre, NPO Focused on Decarbonizing International Logistics

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that it has joined the Smart Freight Centre Community as a Member.

02.07.2024
MOL Joins Smart Freight Centre, NPO Focused on Decarbonizing International Logistics

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that it has joined the Smart Freight Centre Community as a Member.

25.06.2024
MOL establish JV with INDU for self-operated warehouses in JAFZA Dubai

MOL and INDU KISHORE LOGISTIC LLC joined forces for a prominent warehousing entity based in Dubai.


13.06.2024
Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Demonstration Project

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that we jointly proposed the 'Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Demonstration Project'


11.06.2024
MOL and TotalEnergies Sign Time Charter Contracts

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd announced on 16th of May that through its group company MOL Energia Pte. Ltd., it signed a time charter contract

06.06.2024
Wind Propulsion Systems to be Installed on 7 MOL Drybulk Vessels

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and MOL Drybulk Ltd. announced plans to install wind propulsion systems


04.06.2024
Shofu Maru, World's 1st Wind Challenger-equipped Coal Carrier, Achieves Fuel Savings of 17%

MOL has set the target of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 in the "MOL Group Environmental Vision 2.2."

21.05.2024
MOL Joins Project to Develop Frozen and Refrigerated Warehouse in Singapore

This move aligns with MOL's strategy to expand its frozen and refrigerated warehouse business in response to increasing demand across Asia and beyond.

14.05.2024
MOL Becomes First Japanese Operator to Commercially Install Onboard CO2 Capture System

The system is slated for installation around the end of 2024.



09.05.2024
MOL and Gaz System enter into agreement

Agreement is on FSRU project in Gdańsk, Poland




30.04.2024
Wall Climbing Robot Earns ClassNK Innovation Endorsement

Wall climbing robot for steel structures—intended to support ship inspection and maintenance work—has completed

02.04.2024
MOL Publishes 'Sustainability Fact Book'

Aimed at providing stakeholders with comprehensive sustainability information about the MOL Group.


28.03.2024
Attending Sea Japan with Turkish Companies

Cooperation between Turkish and Japanese maritime industry.


26.03.2024
MOL and Rio Tinto Sign Partnership Agreement

Agreement for Synthetic Fuel and CO2 Marine Transport Using Green Hydrogen


14.03.2024
MOL Selected as ‘White 500' Company

MOL has been designated as a Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization for the sixth year in a row

12.03.2024
LNG-Bunkering Vessel ‘Brassavola’ carries out first LNG Bunkering service to the LNG fueled Bulk Carrier

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced on 20th of February that the LNG Bunkering vessel named ‘Brassavola’

07.03.2024
MOL, ITOCHU, HIF and JFE Steel Sign MoU on Establishing Supply Chain

Establishment of a comprehensive supply chain



01.03.2024
MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy in Philippines Holds 1st Commencement Exercises Ceremony

World's Highest Level of Safety and Quality



27.02.2024
MOL Teams up with Woodside, South HD KSOE and Hyundai Glovis

Study Transport of Liquefied Hydrogen




20.02.2024
MOL Recognized with 'A' Score for Transparency on Climate Change

Securing a place on its annual 'A List'.




15.02.2024
MOL Selected as Preferred Shipowner for Newbuilding FSRU for Gaz System

Polish Gas Transmission System Operator, GAZ-SYSTEM S.A. (Gaz System) is the project developer and operator behind the future LNG terminal.


06.02.2024
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Project in Mauritius Moves Toward Commercialization

Selected as METI Program; Aiming for Swift Practical Implementation of Marine Renewable Energy


18.01.2024
'Sunflower Kurenai', Wins Grand Prize in '2023 Nikkei Excellent Products and Services Awards

Japan's 1st LNG-fueled Ferry, the 'Sunflower Kurenai', Wins Grand Prize in '2023 Nikkei Excellent Products and Services Awards

11.01.2024
MOL Signs Time Charter Contract with Yara

The signing of a time charter contract for the ammonia carrier Green Pioneer with Yara Clean Ammonia Switzerland SA (YCA Switzerland) is announced.


09.01.2024
MOL Obtains AiP for Ammonia FSRU Design

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has been awarded an approval in principle (AiP) by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK) for a design of Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) for ammonia.

28.12.2023
MOL Signs Deal to Build a Construction SOV (‘CSOV’) to Serve Offshore Wind Farms in Taiwan

Signed a deal with Damen Shipyards. of the Netherlands for the construction of a new service operation vessel (SOV).


21.12.2023
MOL decided to expand its fleet with 5 New LNG-fueled Capesize Bulkers

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that it has decided to expand its fleet with the additional five Newbuilding Dual-fueled Capesize bulkers


19.12.2023
MOL and DP World sign MoU

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. and DP World announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to enhance auto logistics capabilities

12.12.2023
MOL and Bapco Energies Sign MoU

Announcement the signing of Development of Cross Border CO2 Transport and Sequestration



05.12.2023
MOL’s huge LNG carrier fleet continues to grow

The Japanese shipping giant currently has more than 30 LNG vessels on order.



23.11.2023
PROPELLER BOSS CAP FINS - The Best-Selling and Most Reliable Energy Saving Device for Ships

MOL Techno-Trade, Ltd. attended the Turkiye - Japan Maritime Business Matching Forum 2023.

21.11.2023
LNG-fueled Panamax Coal Carrier Reimei Commences Operation

It is announced that Reimei started operation on November 14.



14.11.2023
Marine Deal News Interview of MOL President and CEO Takeshi Hashimoto

Takeshi Hashimoto had an interview with the Marine Deal News team during his visit to Istanbul.


09.11.2023
Japan's 1st: Coastal Vessel Successfully Operated Using Biofuel Mixed Waste Cooking Oil Directly with Fuel Oil

MOL Coastal Shipping-operated 499 GT coastal vessel, the "Tetsuun Maru No.1" achieved that mission.

07.11.2023
MOL Cruises Announces New Cruise Line Brand

New Brand 'MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES' Announces Ship Name 'MITSUI OCEAN FUJI' and World Tour


26.10.2023
MOL Turkey on Dunya's Japan Supplement

MOL Turkey was on Dunya's Japan Supplement which is published in October.




24.10.2023
MOL and EDF Renewables partner up for offshore wind and green hydrogen opportunities

Memorandum of understanding to cooperate in acceleration of the development of offshore wind


12.10.2023
Japan's first Hydrogen and Bio-Fuel Hybrid Passenger Ship Named 'HANARIA' will start Servicing

Launching ceremony for the Japan’s first hybrid passenger ship called 'Hanaria.'



19.09.2023
MOL and Shell Sign Collaboration Agreement to Advance Decarbonisation in Maritime Sector

MOL and Shell have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).



14.09.2023
JAMSTEC Picks MOL Group Companies for Key Roles in Arctic Research Vessel Development and Operation

MOL Companies have been selected as a pre-commissioning crew dispatcher and expected operator for the Arctic research vessel

24.08.2023
MOL and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Sign Agreement on Long-term Charter for Dual-fuel Methanol Carrier

Signing of basic agreement with Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. for the long-term charter of a methanol carrier


17.08.2023
MOL Project to Produce Pure Water for Hydrogen Generation Selected for Shiga Prefecture Subsidy Program

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. on 3rd of August announced that its initiative to develop a pure water production system


15.08.2023
MOL Co-sponsors and Exhibits at National Museum of Nature and Science's Special Exhibition

MOL is exhibiting at a special exhibition called ‘The Ocean: The Origin of Life’


08.08.2023
MOL to sponsor Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition

will sponsor the Future Society Showcase Projects ‘Future Life Expo: Future City



04.08.2023
MOL, KDDI Launch Starlink Utilization Trials

Starlink Utilization Trials on Cruise Ship, Ferries, Coastal RORO Vessel



02.08.2023
MOL, Kobe-Osaka International Port and 'K' Line to Expand Container Terminal in Kobe

Signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the Port Island Phase 2 Development Project at the Port of Kobe

27.07.2023
MOL to Join Port of Newcastle's Clean Energy Precinct Construction Project in Australia

MOL representative has attended the reception on July 12th hosted by Port of Newcastle (PoN).

18.07.2023
FSRU Owned by MOL Group Received First LNG for Hong Kong

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that the MOL FSRU Challenger, has received the first LNG for Hong Kong in a commissioning process for an LNG import project.

13.07.2023
MOL's First Female Captain Takes Command of Car Carrier

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced on June 7th that Naomi Matsushita has been appointed captain of the car carrier Beluga Ace, effective June 6.

11.07.2023
MOL Participates in WEF Annual Meeting of the New Champions

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. in the Annual Meeting of Summer Davos held by the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Tianjin, China, from June 27-29.

06.07.2023
June 2023 Market Data

The purpose of Market Data is to facilitate understanding of the shipping market.




04.07.2023
MOL makes strategic investment in Ascension Clean Energy

MOL Clean Energy and Clean Hydrogen Works announce their participation as Joint Venture shareholders in Ascension Clean Energy (ACE).

21.06.2023
Use of liquified Biomethane as Marine Fuel

The completion of a successful the trial using liquified bio-methane derived from cattle manure as marine fuel on the domestic LNG fueled vessel is announced.


21.06.2023
MOL Signs Time Charter Contract for 2 CTVs to Serve Ishikari Bay New Port Offshore Windfarm

MOL announced that it has concluded a contract with Shimizu Corporation for two crew transfer vessels (CTV) for offshore windfarm at Ishikari Bay New Port.

15.06.2023
MOL Launches Inter-system Linkage of 'Lighthouse' Digital Platform

MOL has announced the launch of a connection between its ‘Lighthouse’ platform and Nippon Steel Corporation


08.06.2023
MOL has established 'MOL Switch' in the USA, to invest in decarbonization Technologies

MOL Switch will invest USD 100 million in total over the next 3 years.


06.06.2023
MOL Group Earn 2 Awards in 'Ship of the Year 2022'

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced 2 awards for the company in the Ship of the Year 2022.


01.06.2023
MOL Purchases 32,000-ton Luxury Cruise Ship

MOL announced that it purchased a 32,000-ton cruise ship, the Seabourn Odyssey, from Seabourn Cruise Line Limited. Mitsui O.S.K. Passenger Line to Launch Service by End of 2024

21.03.2023
MOL to Provide Aid to Victims of Earthquake in Turkiye and Syria

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has decided to donate 5 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross Society and 38,000 US dollars to the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD)

10.02.2023
New "BLUE" series color design

MOL Announces New Series Name and New Hull Color Design for LNG-fueled Car Carriers




12.01.2023
MOL Turkey in Nasıl Bir Ekonomi Newspaper

MOL Turkey Denizcilik ve Lojistik Ticaret A.S. (MOL Turkey) in Nasıl Bir Ekonomi Newspaper.



16.12.2022
MOL Issues Integrated 'MOL REPORT 2022'

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced the publication of its integrated "MOL Report 2022."


01.12.2022
JAPAN-TÜRKİYE COLLABORATION FOR AFRICA Seminar & Networking

I will make a presentations in the seminar and I will introduce our activities in Turkiye.



30.11.2022
MOL Teams up with JERA to Study Transport of Ammonia Fuel

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that MOL and JERA Co., Ltd.) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU).

22.11.2022
"MOL has set its course for Turkiye"

Satoshi Katada, Kenta Matsuzaka and Tatsuro Watanabe made exclusive statements to Dunya Newspaper about projects in Turkiye.

02.11.2022
Delivery of SHOFU MARU

Delivery of SHOFU MARU, World's First Cargo Vessel equipped with 'Wind Challenger' Hard Sail


11.09.2022
MOL Turkey in Dunya Newspaper

MOL Turkey was in the Maritime and Logistics section of Dünya Newspaper on October 06, 2022.


07.09.2022
"We want to improve trade relations between Japan and Turkiye"

Satoshi Katada, Kenta Matsuzaka and Tatsuro Watanabe made exclusive statements to MarineDeal News about projects in Turkiye.

05.09.2022
50th anniversary of MOLCT!

Wholly-owned group company MOL Chemical Tankers Pte. Ltd. celebrated its 50th anniversary on July 17, 2022.".



02.08.2022
MOL Investor Guidebook 2022 is Published!

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines has published "MOL Investor Guidebook 2022".



07.06.2022
MOL Turkey is in the Japanese Extra Edition of Dünya Newspaper!

MOL Turkey is in the May Edition of the Dunya Newspaper Japan Extra

24.05.2022
Announcement from MOL about Building 4 Additional LNG-fueled Car Carriers

4 LNG-fueled car carriers (7,000-unit capacity) will be newly built through 2024 to 2025!

10.05.2022
Announcement from MOL regarding the current situation between Ukraine and Russia

MOL is deeply distressed and concerned about the Russian-Ukrainian situation, and sincerely hopes that the efforts underway among all parties concerned for a peaceful solution will come to a conclusion as quickly as possible.

21.04.2022
Notice of PCR Test Fee Revision

We sincerely ask for your understanding and cooperation on implementing the following rate revisions, effective from April 18th, 2022.

15.04.2022
138th anniversary of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines

On 1st Apr, 2022, we are celebrating 138th anniversary in shipping business!

01.04.2022
MOL BRILLIANT ACE SHIP WILL DOCK IN İSKENDERUN ON MARCH 29th

We would like to announce that our Brilliant Ace ship belonging to the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines RO-RO line will dock in Iskenderun on March 29th, 2022.

11.03.2022
MOL SHOP IS NOW OPEN !

We're excited to announce that our products are available for purchase online. Now you can shop and browse from the comfort of your own home..

24.01.2022
MOL, Vale International Announce Joint Study on Use of Wind Propulsion System 'Rotor Sail' on Bulk Carrier - Adopting Wind as Clean Energy -

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced an agreement with Vale International SA (Note 1) to conduct a joint study on installation of a wind propulsion system called "Rotor Sail" (Fig.1) on a 200,000-ton class in-service bulk carrier

04.11.2021
Completion of Concept Study of Liquefied CO2 Carrier

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. in cooperation with Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. of the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group, have completed Concept Study of the multiple hull forms for a liquefied CO2 (LCO2) carrier that can potentially be the mainstream in the LCO2 shipping market in the near future.

04.11.2021
Kokusai Cable Ship and MOL Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Operation of Cable-laying Ships for Offshore Wind Power Generation

MOL and Kokusai Cable Ship (KCS) concluded a MoU on collaborative operation of cable-laying ships to meet increasing demand for installation of power cables.

06.10.2021
MOL signs "Call to Action for Shipping Decarbonization" toward decarbonization of international shipping

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has signed the "Call to Action for Shipping Decarbonization", which is called for by the "Getting to Zero Coalition", a coalition of companies aiming to decarbonize shipping.


28.09.2021
Methanex and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Announce Agreement on Key Commercial Terms For A Strategic Partnership

Methanex Corporation and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. are pleased to announce that the parties have concluded Key Commercial Terms for the purchase and sale of an equity position in ...


21.07.2021
MOL Joins International Think Tank and accelerate development for Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced that it joined the Australia-based Global CCS Institute (GCCSI), an international think tank on carbon capture and storage (CCS), which is recognized as a means to achieve a low-carbon and decarbonized society.

11.06.2021
FSRU Arrives for KARMOL's Landmark LNG Transition

Dakar, Senegal - KARMOL's first Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) has arrived in Dakar, marking a major step forward in KARMOL's LNG-to-Power project to supply reliable, affordable, and cleaner energy to Senegal.

17.06.2021


"MOL Service Website" has been updated and the English version of its four new services has been released.

New contents: Next Generation Wind Powered Vessel, Maritime Consulting, Maritime Education&Training, Global HR Consulting.

09.06.2021




MOL established 'MOL PLUS' as Corporate Venture Capital Fund

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. established its wholly-owned Corporate Venture Capital Fund (CVC) firm called MOL PLUS on 26th April, 2021.

26.05.2021
MOL Group Launches 1st Global HR Consulting Project - Training Filipino Plumbers for Osaka Gas Subcontractor -

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced the start of the first global human resources consulting project by MM Empower Corp., jointly established by MOL and the Magsaysay Group.

13.05.2021
MOL to Establish "KiliMOL" a Cross-Border e-Commerce Service to deliver Used Agriculture Machinery to Africa

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced the launch of a cross-border e-commerce website, a business to export used agricultural machinery to Africa through a business partnership with Karasawa Agricultural Machinery Service

27.04.2021
MOL has started the EC business for Used Agricultural Machinery.

Our business targets African Market at present, however we are planning to expand to other markets.

31.03.2021
Leveraging MOL's Marine Technology to Deliver Solutions for Customers

Next-Generation Wind Powered Vessel, Maritime Consulting, Maritime Education & Training, Global HR Consulting.

16.03.2021
KARMOL's first LNG to Power FSRU "KARMOL LNGT POWERSHIP AFRICA" will begin the journey to Senegal

We are pleased to inform that another remarkable step has been taken forward at our KARMOL Joint Venture.

16.03.2021
MOL and MAVI DENIZ will work for collecting ocean plastic/garbage/debris using the ship

When we think what we can do for protecting the ocean as a shipping company, one of the solution would be...

16.03.2021
Turkiye - Japan Energy Workshop

We would like to introduce the event by Japanese Organization "Turkiye - Japan Energy Workshop" on 16th Mar.


09.03.2021
MOL Announces Merger of MOL Marine and MOL Engineering

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd., today announced its intent to merge its wholly owned subsidiaries MOL Marine Co., Ltd. and MOL Engineering Co., Ltd., effective April 1. The outline of the merger is as follows...

16.02.2020
MOL has decided to establish 'MOL PLUS' as Corporate Venture Capital Fund

MOL have made press release about the establishment of Venture Capital. This Business are realized from the Company's system of the proposal about the New Business from the employees.

21.01.2020
Bombora and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Forge Partnership to Identify Marine Energy Project Opportunities in Japan

At a time when there is a strong push for offshore renewable power generation in Japan, MOL has entered into an agreement with a leading marine energy developer Bombora Wave Power Pty Ltd.

07.01.2020
MOL and Kobe Steel Start Long-term Application Test of 'Binary Cycle Power Generation System for Ships'

The project marks the first application of a binary cycle power generation system on a VLOC. The test will confirm the system's performance and durability under actual operating conditions at sea.

17.12.2020
MOL and euglena Co. Conduct Sea Trial of MOL Group Tugboat

TOKYO—Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced a successful sea trial in the Port of Nagoya of the MOL Group-operated tugboat 13 Tamashio using next-generation renewable biodiesel fuel developed by euglena Co.

14.12.2020
Appointment of New Chairman and President

Tokyo-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Junichiro Ikeda) today announced the new. appointment of Chairman and President has been resolved by the Board of Directors Meeting held on December 11, 2020, with effective date April 1, 2021.

11.12.2020
MOL announces the integration of the Dry Bulk business, Wood Chip Carrier business, and Mitsui O.S.K. Kinkai, Ltd., and the establishment of a new Company.

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. ("MOL"; President & CEO: Junichiro Ikeda) today announced the policy for the reorganization of the Dry Bulk business within the Group.

11.12.2020
MOL, Tohoku Electric Power Sign Deal for Transport Using Coal Carrier Equipped with Hard Sail Wind Power Propulsion System

TOKYO—Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced that the company has reached a coal transport deal with Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc.


10.12.2020
Energy-saving "PBCF Reaches Milestone Orders Received for 3,500 Vessels Achieves 3%-5% Reduction in Fuel Consumption

TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. today announced that Propeller Boss Cap Fins (PBCF), marketed by its group company MOL Techno-Trade, Ltd. has now been ordered for 3,500 vessels.

09.12.2020