The MOL Advantage in LNG Sustainability

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The MOL advantage in LNG sustainability

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) is one of the world's leading shipping companies. For more than 140 years, the award-winning company has maintained safe, reliable operations while adopting cutting-edge technologies. It is committed to enhancing its LNG (Liquified Natural Gas) operations to help reduce global carbon emissions and create a more sustainable planet. As a maritime leader, MOL is focused on maintaining a pioneering position and taking LNG transportation to the next level.

Upstream–Downstream: MOL provides services across the supply chain

MOL launches first LNG carrier

1984

The first LNG carrier equipped with the Wind Challenger

2026

2019 LNG-Fueled Tug boat "ISHIN" delivered

2019

Winner – World LNG Shipping Award at the World LNG Summit

2024

Upstream

Point of contact for natural gas producers

Floating Liquified Natural Gas (FLNG) units convert gas into LNG for transportation

MOL vessels ship from FLNG to destination

Comprehensive capabilities

MOL claims to be unique within the LNG sector, both operationally and in its commitment to an energy source that contributes to sustainability. As global demand for more environmental-friendly LNG increases, MOL aims to deliver integrated services that:

Maximize efficiency

Deliver economies of scale

Reduce risk

Ensure reduced emissions

85%

25%

100%

Environmental contributions by LNG-fueled ships:

Reduction in emissions

CO2

NOx

SOx

MOL manages its LNG carriers around the globe and maintains safe operations with advanced transport technologies and highly-skilled personnel. The company also provides ship management support to a host of countries, including India, Oman, Indonesia and Algeria. The company has also deployed its maritime and LNG expertise alongside Karadeniz Holdings' Karpowership floating power generation capabilities, creating innovative floating infrastructure solutions for both energy and digital markets.

Partnerships

The MOL benefit

As one of the world's largest shipping companies, MOL brings 140+ years of experience, global reach, an extensive partner network, and a safety-first reputation. Implementing innovations throughout operations, including sustainable fuels and wind-powered vessels, MOL demonstrates its commitment to environmental preservation and LNG accessibility.

MidstREAM

DOWNSTREAM

MOL has entered into a strategic investment agreement with Delfin Midstream Inc. to accelerate clean low-cost LNG exports from North America to customers around the world.

MOL is further developing its cutting edge technologies to reduce environmental impact and improve fuel efficiency in maritime transportation

MOL has a fleet of over 100 LNG carriers, the largest in the industry, and increasing by 5% each year

MOL: A world-leader in safety

FSRUs are specialized vessels and designed to store LNG at sea and regasify the cargo before it is sent to land by pipeline

MOL operates Floating Storage and Regasification Units

FSRUs: Flexible, cost-effective and rapid delivery enhances energy security

MOL is a leader in the FSRU sector

Best Quality Ship Awards (2021): Vessels like LNG Saturn and Taiyo were honored by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for outstanding safety and quality.Weather Observation Excellence: LNG Venus was recognized for excellence in weather reporting for eight consecutive years — a key contribution to maritime safety.

FSRU 'jawa satu' operating in indonesia

MOL's FSRU terminals are located across: Indonesia, Turkey, Hong Kong, Brazil, Germany, France, Singapore and Senegal *including terminals that are jointly operated with partners.

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Vessel will mark the world's first LNG carrier equipped with Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion Systems, "Wind Challenger", developed by MOL, (scheduled for delivery in 2026). Further development to increase number of Wind Challenger equipped onboard is now ongoing, and target to have the first vessel with four Wind Challenger units delivered in 2029.

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The unique telescopic sails will help reduce fuel consumption and GHG emissions.

Additional safety measures include a lookout station on the vessel's fore deck of the 2 sails design to further enhance visibility.

Demand for LNG has been increasing as a more environmentally-friendly, cleaner energy source. MOL has considerable expertise in the field since it started LNG transportation in 1984, and today is at the forefront of LNG carrier ownership, management, and operation. Safe transport of LNG requires experienced crews, the latest navigation technology and a strict safety management system. MOL aims to provide a premium service for customers by leveraging its comprehensive experience, highest standards in safety and quality, and reliable technology.

The latest Wind Challenger, which will increase its units from two to four is designed to further reduceto further reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.

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MOL is involved in 10 FSRUs across the world.

The company is now using its considerable experience in LNG to expand into the ethane business. It has signed contracts that will bring 14 of the 90 dedicated liquefied ethane carriers worldwide under MOL management and operation.

The latest Wind Challenger, which will increase its units from two to four is designed to further reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.

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