MOL announces initiatives for recovery of environmental damage from Wakashio

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) announced to provide long-term contributions to the environment and the society of Mauritius with the support and cooperation of experts and organizations with specialized knowledge of environmental restoration and protection, and working closely with the government of Japan. Thirteen MOL Group employees have been dispatched to the site, and MOL has procured and transported essential items for the collection and recovery of leaked oil as well as other relief supplies.

MOL plans to contribute a total fund of about 1 billion Japanese Yen over several years. Contributions to the community and industries will be considered.

MOL continually engages in efforts to resolve the situation in Mauritius and restore the environment in cooperation with authorities in Mauritius and Japan, other concerned parties around the world, and the shipowner.