Gassan Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL), under the leadership of President Koichi Muto, proudly announced on [insert publication date] that four of its vessels have earned a prestigious accolade in the 2013 'Best Quality Ship Award' presented by the Japan Federation of Pilots' Associations (JFPA). The vessels recognized for their excellence include the LNG carrier 'Energy Frontier', the containership 'MOL Majesty', the Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) 'Gassan', and the car carrier 'Swift Ace'. This award aims to promote the importance of safe maritime operations and protect the integrity of harbors and the marine environment. First introduced in 2003, the award highlights vessels that have demonstrated superior performance as rated by sailing pilots. In the fiscal year 2013, a total of seven vessels were chosen from those that sought pilot assistance in Japanese waters during September and October, with four of these distinguished vessels coming from MOL's fleet. The recognition reaffirms the effective collaboration between pilots and the captains and crew of MOL's ships, as well as the high standards of onboard equipment and facilities for boarding and disembarking. The JFPA, which evolved from the Japan Pilots Association established in 2007 following a revision of the piloting law, underscores the commitment to excellence in maritime safety and operations across Japan.