NYK Line, Japan’s premier shipping company, conducted a thorough inspection of one of its car carriers on June 20, involving officials from the Tokyo Fire Brigade, Yokohama City Fire Bureau, and local freight companies. The primary aim was to enhance cooperation and emergency preparedness among ship crews and state agencies.
NYK Line has partnered with Northern Offshore Group (N-O-G) to tap into the growing offshore wind industry near Japan. With over 60 crew transfer vessels globally, N-O-G will benefit from NYK’s global network for technical development, while NYK gains operational experience for the expanding offshore wind market in Japan.
The world’s first accreditation for “Machinery Room Safety for Ammonia” (MRS) will be granted by ClassNK for the ammonia-fueled medium gas carrier (AFMGC) developed by a consortium including NYK and NSY. MRS signifies exceptional safety measures for handling ammonia, meeting the highest safety standards for ammonia-fueled ships. The consortium aims to deliver the AFMGC by November 2026 under Japan’s Green Innovation Fund Project.
The first LNG battery-powered RORO vessel, NYK Line’s Jasmine Leader, has arrived at Hambantota International Port (HIP) with transshipment cargo destined for Dammam and the Maldives. This environmentally friendly vessel offers reduced emissions and a lower risk of oil spills, representing the next generation of sustainable maritime transportation.
In a landmark agreement, Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK-Line) partnered with Damen Services to introduce an advanced full mission bridge simulator tailored for offshore wind operations. The simulator, built in cooperation with VSTEP Simulation, achieved a critical milestone with the successful completion of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) in October.
NYK aims to carefully assess the safety and sourcing of biofuels during extended use, reflecting its commitment to promoting biofuel development and achieving a 45% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The company will implement continuous biofuel use on ships for three months, expanding to longer periods for further validation.
