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🎉AiP Ceremony Highlights from Gastech 2025 in Milan!🌎 We’re pleased to share scenes from the AiP (Approval in Principle) ceremonies held at our booth during Gastech 2025, celebrating a major milestone in maritime innovation! 📸 Ceremony Recap At Stand G32, we commemorated the AiP awarded by Lloyd’s Register for two newly designed membrane-type LNG carriers, each equipped with four Wind Challenger units—a hard sail wind-assisted propulsion system. ✅ With HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. 🕒 Tuesday, 9 September - Wind Challenger/ Floating Ammonia Cracker ✅ With Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. 🕒 Wednesday, 10 September – Wind Challenger These designs have received AiP from the Marshall Islands and Liberia, respectively, and are expected to deliver up to 30% fuel savings per voyage, contributing to our goal of achieving net-zero GHG emissions by 2050. Thank you to our partners and visitors for joining us in Milan. Stay tuned for more updates as we move toward the future of sustainable shipping! For related information, please check the following link; Press Release of AiP for New LNG Carrier Equipped with 4 Wind Challenger : https://lnkd.in/gjHqP6ja #MOL #shipping #LNG #WindChallenger #Gastech #FloatingAmmoniaCracker

New blog posted!! A White Egg Floating on the Sea — The Birth of Hydrogen Passenger Vessel “HANARIA” https://lnkd.in/giQQFhYf Did you know that a groundbreaking vessel has emerged from the waters of the Kanmon Strait — ‘HANARIA’, Japan’s first hydrogen-powered passenger ship? Emitting zero greenhouse gases and operating with remarkable quietness and elegance, HANARIA has quickly become a symbol of a decarbonized future. With its exceptional ride comfort, cruising performance, safety, and forward-looking potential, HANARIA is redefining what we thought we knew about maritime travel. Its journey from development to operation was filled with challenges and breakthroughs. This article dives into the vision and technology behind HANARIA’s creation. And at the end, we will share a firsthand account of what it is like to actually board HANARIA. Don’t miss it! #MOL #shipping #商船三井 #Hydrogen #cruising #KanmonStrait #Decarbonized #greenhousegas #Toyota #MIRAI #Egg #Shimonoseki #Kitakyushu #barrierfree #dolphins #HANARIA

Did you know? The phrase "toe the line"- meaning to conform or follow the rules- has nautical origins! Sailors were once required to stand barefoot at attention for inspection, aligning their toes neatly along the seams of the wooden deck planks. This practice of literally “toeing the line” became a symbol of discipline and order- both on deck and in language. Even today, maritime traditions continue to shape the expressions we use on land!

【🛟Honoring Crew Excellence in Upholding Our Safety Commitment🦺 】 Two of our vessels demonstrated exceptional commitment to maritime safety by rescuing distressed individuals in separate regions of the oceans.   🛳️ On 15 March, The chemical tanker ENSEMBLE, operated by MOL Chemical Tankers Pte. Ltd., found 3 people adrift in the sea and successfully rescued them off the western coast of South America in the Pacific Ocean. 🛳️ On 23 June, The LNG carrier ENERGY UNIVERSE, managed by MOL LNG Transport Co., Ltd., received a request from the Boston Rescue Coordination Centre to engage in a rescue operation for distressed Yachtsman. The Master and crew succeeded in rescuing the occupant in the North Atlantic Ocean.   These courageous actions not only set an exemplary standard for seafarers worldwide, but also uplift the morale of all seafarers. In recognition of their outstanding efforts, the Head of the Safe Operation Headquarters of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. commended the Masters and crews of both vessels.   👏 We are proud to acknowledge and celebrate their dedication to safety and humanity at sea. #MOL #Shipping #seafarers #crew #safety

 🚢We will exibit at 'Tourist Expo Japan 2025 Aichi/Central Japan'🚢 We are excited to announce that  MOL Group will exhibit at the Tourism EXPO Japan 2025 Aichi/Central Japan event held in Aichi from Thursday, September 25, to Sunday, September 28. The group will present an interactive joint booth promoting the appeal of cruises. Exhibiting at a joint booth, MOL, MOL Sunflower, Ltd., MOL Cruises, Ltd., and M.O. Tourist Co., Ltd. will offer virtual reality content featuring 360-degree videos of the ships' interiors, allowing visitors to experience the immersive atmosphere of the interiors of both the ferry "Sunflower" and the cruise ship "MITSUI OCEAN FUJI" right at the venue. Additionally, on Saturday, September 27, from 13:50 to 14:20JST, MOL group will introduce the diverse attractions of our cruises at a special stage event. Attendees who complete our survey will receive original novelty goods as a gift. MOL group encourages everyone to stop by our group's booth for an in-depth look at these exciting travel possibilities. [Event Overview] ・Date: Thursday, September 25 - Sunday, September 28, 2025 ※Thursday, September 25, and Friday, September 26 will not be open to the general public. ・Venue: Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo) ・Organizers: Japan Travel and Tourism Association, others ・Booth Location: Exhibition hall E "Cruise Area" How to register: https://lnkd.in/gmBwwVDS Advance tickets: Adult: ¥1,000 (incl. tax) (Application Period: Until 23:59JST on Friday, September 26th) Same-day tickets: Adult: ¥1,300 per person (incl. tax) (Application period: Until 16:30JST on Sunday, September 28th) For more details, please check the following link; https://lnkd.in/gThF3iP5 //Photo// ・Top: The LNG-fueled ferry Sunflower Kurenai ・Bottom: The cruise ship Mitsui Ocean Fuji

Powering Global Energy: MOL’s Crude Oil & LPG Tankers Tankers play an essential role in the global energy supply chain, transporting crude oil- our primary energy source- as well as liquefied petroleum gases like propane and butane. Beyond their core transport function, these vessels can also serve as offshore storage terminals, thanks to their segmented tank structures. Among these are crude oil tankers, which help meet energy demand worldwide, and LPG tankers, which require highly specialized handling and technology to safely manage their ultra-cold or pressurized cargo. Crude oil tankers are built to handle varying cargo properties depending on the oil’s origin. To manage this, their tanks are divided lengthwise and crosswise into multiple blocks. Discharging usually takes place at offshore terminals, where the vessel’s pipes are connected directly to those at the sea berth. Crude oil remains vital to modern life, and as global demand increased, tankers grew larger to boost efficiency. The first Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) was launched in the 1960s, and today tankers of various sizes ensure a stable and efficient global supply of oil. LPG tankers, or Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs), are used to transport propane and butane over long distances. Since liquefied propane and butane must be kept below their respective boiling points (−42.2°C and −0.5°C), cargo tanks are made from special steel and equipped with re-liquefaction systems to maintain ultra-low temperatures. Smaller LPG tankers, such as coastal vessels, use pressure to liquefy cargo instead of cooling. To reduce environmental impact, the newest VLGCs are equipped with dual-fuel engines capable of running on LPG, significantly lowering emissions of CO₂, SOx, and particulate matter. With these innovations, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) continues to support the safe, reliable, and responsible transport of critical energy cargoes around the world. Read more about MOL's Energy Transport here: https://lnkd.in/gVYFr3Ru

🎥Seafarer PR Movie - Your Journey Starts Here!🌎 "A stong ship runs on skill, discipline and teamwork, and at MOL, we prepare every seafarer to excel." Please check our our new MOL seafarer PR movie! This promotes individuals to build awareness in the dynamic world of seafarers and interest among future professionals with the spirit of “MOL CHARTS”. MOL CHARTS ・Challenge ・Honesty ・Accountability ・Reliability ・Teamwork ・Safety By highlighting the various initiatives and sea life and the opportunities working as Global Maritime Expert at MOL,we hope it inspires new graduates to consider a career at sea. Your journey as a seafarer starts here ! For long version, please check the following link; https://lnkd.in/gRr5Z_Yj #MOL #shipping #seafarer #safety #MOLChart

🌏Regional Townhall Highlights🌏 Regional townhall session hosted by MOL Southeast Asia and Oceania was live-streamed from Singapore to offices across Southeast Asia and Oceania, bringing our teams together around a shared vision and direction! During the session, York Ishibe, our Corporate Communications GM, shared a compelling overview of MOL’s global performance, emerging business trends, and strategic priorities. His insights from Group HQ helped reinforce our collective momentum across the region. 📍The session was hosted at our newly renovated staff lounge—a space designed for connection, comfort, and collaboration. With barista coffee, fresh fruits, and open seating, it’s a refreshing upgrade that supports our growing teams. Congratulations to everyone involved in this transformation! 🎉☕✨ #MOL #shipping #MOLGroup #RegionalTownhall #CorporateCommunications

Exciting moments from #APPEC2025 in Singapore! Our CEO, Takeshi Hashimoto, shared his perspectives on the evolving landscape of global trade and shipping. We look forward to continuing to shape the future of the industry together! #MOL #Shipping

🎉AiP for Floating Ammonia Cracker Unit for Onshore Hydrogen Supply Solution🎉 We are thrilled to announce that MOL, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd. (HD KSOE), and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (HHI) were granted Approval in Principle (AiP) from Lloyd's Register for Floating Ammonia Cracker Unit (FACU), jointly developed by the group for onshore hydrogen supply. FACU is a solution that enables direct hydrogen supply from offshore to onshore by equipping vessels with technology that thermally decomposes ammonia into hydrogen and nitrogen. It is expected to accelerate the use of hydrogen energy toward the realization of a decarbonized society. MOL, HD KSOE and HHI have finalized the conceptual design, including the process layout and general arrangement of FACU. In support of this achievement, Kellogg Brown & Root LLC (KBR) collaborated on the ammonia cracking process and module design, enabling a single-train capacity of 1,000 ton/day hydrogen supply based on H2ACT® technology, and Amogy Inc. (AMOGY) has provided a new catalyst solution. For more details, please kindly check the following link; https://lnkd.in/gYtzJgYv #MOL #shipping #FloatingAmmoniaCrackerUnit #Hydrogen //Photo// ・Top: AiP presentation ceremony held at Gastech 2025 ・Bottom: Conceptual design image of FACU