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【Performance Degradation Tracking "Fouling Analysis"!】 We introduced a new app called "Fouling Analysis" as part of the big data utilization project "FOCUS", which uses big data to analyze in detail the state and causes of marine biofouling (fouling) on the underwater surfaces of ships and proposes optimal maintenance (such as hull cleaning during operation and painting work during docking). Additionally, by utilizing this application, it significantly reduces unnecessary fuel consumption caused by propulsion performance degradation due to biofouling, contributing to the reduction of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For more details, please kindly check the following link; News Release : https://lnkd.in/gr2k6y3K FOCUS : https://lnkd.in/g3mzHJbw #MOL #shipping #FOCUS #bigdata

【Initiating Technological Research to Build a Hydrogen Supply Chain】 - MOL's Wind Hunter Project ① Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' (MOL) "Wind Hunter Project", which is striving to develop the ultimate zero-emission ship, has entered a new phase. The experimental ship "WINZ MARU" has moved its demonstration fields from Omura Bay in Nagasaki Prefecture to Tokyo Bay and has begun technological research to unload hydrogen carrier (MCH) produced during navigation for onshore use. While project members predict that "the true growing pains towards the commercialization of the Wind Hunter are yet to come," they are beginning to get a solid response to the realization of the world's first type of ship which no one has ever imagined before. MOL’s Wind Hunter is a ship that navigates by capturing the offshore wind with sails. However, unlike any other ship MOL has ever built, it generates electricity by turning underwater turbines with the wind, electrolyzes seawater to produce hydrogen, stores the hydrogen carrier as MCH, and transports it to locations where energy is needed. This means it is a "hybrid plant combining offshore wind power generation and hydrogen production facilities". When there is no wind, it navigates using the stored hydrogen as energy. In other words, it is a ship that achieves the ultimate zero-emission with no greenhouse gas emissions at all. MOL has already commercialized the "Wind Challenger", which uses a retractable rigid sail installed at the fore of the ship to harness wind power and assist the engine's propulsion. The Wind Hunter, as an "evolved version" of the Wind Challenger, navigates with multiple rigid sails erected on the deck. Traditionally, the shipping industry has been tasked with transporting cargo/people between port A and port B. Hence, ships were structurally designed for such purpose. However, as seen in the purpose of the Wind Hunter, it is not only for transportation but also production, storage, and transportation of hydrogen energy, which is prompting the evolution of the shipping industry's business model. MOL has set a target of achieving net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the entire MOL Group by 2050, and aims to contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions and the realization of a decarbonized society, not only by reducing our own GHG emissions, but also by actively participating in this project and others to build a clean energy supply chain.

【Portfolio Strategy of Wellbeing & Lifestyle Business in MOL Report2024!】 "Having built our foundation in each business̶including the real property business, ferries and coastal RoRo ships business, cruise business, global human resources consulting business, and new businesses̶we are moving toward our common goals of achieving sustainable growth and improving customer satisfaction while expanding our profit scale". We have a strong vision for Wellbeing & Lifestyle Business ! For more details, please kindly check the following links; MOL Report2024 (P.27) : https://lnkd.in/gG6fb2rS Press Release : https://lnkd.in/g8MPsWkK #MOL #shipping #molreport2024 #annualintegratedreport #wellbeing #lifestyle

MOL and Offshore Wind Power Generation QUIZ: Which type of offshore wind turbine installation is said to be more suitable for Japan? ① Fixed-bottom installation ② Floating installation Check the comment section next Friday for the answer! HINT: You can find the answer in our post on 13th September about Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Offshore Wind Power Generation

Hydrogen Passenger Ship HANARIA ~In Our Planet's Future, Land and Sea Will Be as One.~ You can find more for HARARIA from here! https://lnkd.in/gF4kDVVu #MOL #hipping #blueaction #blueactionmol #decarbonization #hydrogen

🎊Handover Ceremony for the New Cruise Ship MITSUI OCEAN FUJI We are happy to announce that MOL Cruises (MITSUI OCEAN CRUISES) has held handover ceremony of the luxury cruise ship Seabourn Odyssey operated by Seabourn Cruise Line. In December, Seabourn Odyssey will be reborn and enter service as the Mitsui Ocean Fuji, featuring all-suite cabins The MOL Group introduced its new management plan, "BLUE ACTION 2035" in March 2023, to diversify its portfolio to offset the volatility of commercial shipping markets. An element of this is to focus on the cruise business, which is a stable and profitable industry that is not affected by the same market conditions. The group plans to add new vessels to the Mitsui Ocean Fuji in the future to enhance the group's corporate value and realize the Group's vision. For more details, please kindly check the following link; News Release : https://lnkd.in/gNDt_PfT BLUE ACTION 2035 : https://lnkd.in/evYY7BsV #MOL #shipping #cruise #mitsuioceanfuji

MOL has set a mid-to-long-term target of "achieving net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 with the concerted effort throughout the Group" in the "MOL Group Environmental Vision 2.2." One of the key strategies to achieve this target includes the "introduction of clean energy, further energy-saving technologies," and the group plans to launch 25 vessels equipped with the Wind Challenger by 2030 and 80 vessels by 2035. The Wind Challenger can be fitted on both newly-constructed and existing ships. It does not interfere with existing energy-efficiency devices below the waterline and can be implemented on a wide range of vessels, from bulk carriers (dry bulk ships) to tankers and LNG carriers, and can be installed multiple times. Key highlights from Wind Challenger Project in 2024 are as follows, ・https://lnkd.in/g4Yg2Fzn　 ・https://lnkd.in/gPc3hZpF　 ・https://lnkd.in/gqsdAnt2 The MOL Group will contribute not only to the reduction of GHG emissions from its own group, but also to the reduction and decarbonization of a whole society through the safe management and efficient operation of its environmentally friendly fleet that combines wind propulsion technology, such as the Wind Challenger. Read more about Wind Challenger here: https://lnkd.in/exeCCF8P

Today is World Maritime Day! World Maritime Day is a chance to focus on the importance of shipping safety, maritime security and the marine environment. This year's theme is "Navigating the future: safety first!". International shipping transports more than 80 per cent of global trade to people and communities all over the world. Shipping is the most efficient and cost-effective method of international transportation for most goods- it provides a dependable, low-cost means of transporting goods globally, facilitating commerce and helping to create prosperity among nations and peoples. The world relies on a safe, secure and efficient international shipping industry, which is an essential component of any programme for future sustainable green economic growth in a sustainable manner. As an international ocean shipping company in the maritime industry, the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) Group cares deeply about the safety and sustainability of our operations. With the goal of becoming the world leader in safe operation, the entire MOL Group, on both land and sea, is united to proactively develop and introduce technologies that will contribute to safe, reliable operation and build and maintain the trust of our valuable customers. On this World Maritime Day, we at MOL reaffirm our commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation, driving our mission to uphold the highest standards across all facets of our global operations.

✨Investing in HIF Global to Boost Production of e-Fuels and e-Methanol✨ MOL is excited to announce that through our wholly-owned subsidiary, MOL Clean Energy, we are investing in HIF Global LLC! HIF is at the forefront of developing and operating e-Fuels projects around the world. This project plans to produce approximately 4 million tons of synthetic fuels (e-fuels) and e-methanol annually using green hydrogen and CO2 from renewable energy in the U.S., Chile, Uruguay, and Australia. Synthetic fuels and e-methanol are expected to significantly contribute to low-carbon life cycles, making early commercialization desirable. E-methanol, in particular, is anticipated to play a key role as a shipping fuel in the decarbonization of the maritime industry. We’re paving the way for a sustainable energy future🌎! For more details, please check: https://lnkd.in/dcv58dSM #MOL #shipping #HIF #CleanEnergy #EFuels #Emethanol

🌏Just 200 days to go until the Expo starts!🌏 MOL is a Bronze Partner of the "Future Life Expo: Future City", one of the Future Society Showcase Projects at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. We will present new possibilities for both vessels and marine transport in our exhibit. Already just 200 days until the Expo starts! We can’t wait. Are you all ready to go? Be sure to check out plenty of these videos and sites before heading to the Expo! Teaser Video of WIND VISION: https://lnkd.in/e55-qUk8 MOL Expo special site: https://lnkd.in/ewnPbhWr #MOL #shipping #EXPO2025 #windchallenger #windhunter