MOL President Delivers First Overseas Address Post-Appointment at Singapore Maritime Week as Part of Regional Strategy
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) held various communication events at Singapore Maritime Week 2026, including President Tamura's first overseas speaking engagement since his appointment. The company emphasized its regional strategy, focusing on Southeast Asia, and its investments in stable revenue businesses like logistics real estate, as outlined in "BLUE ACTION 2035" Phase 2.
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Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (President: Jotaro Tamura, Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo, hereinafter "the Company") engaged in various communication activities at Singapore Maritime Week 2026 (hereinafter "SMW"), held in Singapore from April 20th, including President Tamura's first overseas event appearance since his appointment. Related executives gathered to present the MOL Group's strategy and its Southeast Asian business in various forms. The MOL Group positions its regional strategy as one of its main strategies in "BLUE ACTION 2035" Phase 2, with Southeast Asia identified as a key region where medium- to long-term economic growth can be expected. In addition to its conventional shipping business, the company is actively investing in businesses that contribute to stable revenue, such as logistics real estate, and will continue to promote initiatives to ensure effective investment in the region to achieve the results outlined in Phase 2.
(President Tamura speaking at the SMW opening session "Are Ships the New Chips?")
(President Tamura speaking at the SMW opening session "Are Ships the New Chips?")
At the opening session held on the 21st, President Tamura joined industry-leading CEOs to discuss the success factors required in the rapidly changing maritime industry. During the discussion, Tamura stated, "Ensuring the safety of seafarers is the top priority. ESG should also be redefined based on geopolitical and safety awareness," and "Shipping is no longer just a transport service; it is being re-recognized as a strategic infrastructure supporting nations and economies."
(Scene of MOL's booth at SMW)
(President Tamura speaking at the SMW opening session "Are Ships the New Chips?")
(President Tamura speaking at the SMW opening session "Are Ships the New Chips?")
At the opening session held on the 21st, President Tamura joined industry-leading CEOs to discuss the success factors required in the rapidly changing maritime industry. During the discussion, Tamura stated, "Ensuring the safety of seafarers is the top priority. ESG should also be redefined based on geopolitical and safety awareness," and "Shipping is no longer just a transport service; it is being re-recognized as a strategic infrastructure supporting nations and economies."
(Scene of MOL's booth at SMW)