- Long-standing LNG Transportation Record by the World's Largest LNG Fleet, Leading in Innovation in Sustainability and a Clear Commitment to Decarbonization were Highly Commended -
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL; President: Takeshi Hashimoto; Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo) has been awarded the World LNG Shipping Award 2024 at the World LNG Summit (Note1) held in Berlin, Germany, from 9-12 December.
On December 10, three awards were announced at the World LNG Summit to acknowledge companies that have contributed to the development and future of the LNG industry through both commercial and technological innovation.
MOL was selected as a finalist for the World Energy Transition Award 2024 and the World LNG Shipping Award 2024 (Note 2) in two out of three categories, and was awarded the World LNG Shipping Award 2024. MOL was recognized for its long experience in the LNG carrier business with the world's largest LNG fleet, advanced technology, its commitment towards decarbonization through promotion of LNG as marine fuel and the introduction of environmentally friendly systems including the wind propulsion system "Wind Challenger".
The following day, our Executive Officer, Suryan Wirya-Simunovic, took to the stage as a panelist to share his views on the outlook for the LNG industry and the role it can play in contributing to a low-carbon, decarbonized society.
We will contribute to the realization of a low-carbon society by leveraging our experience in LNG transportation, expanding our business not only in transportation but also in gas liquefaction, storage, regasification and power generation, expanding our LNG infrastructure business, and building an LNG supply chain.
