Enhancing Safe Operations and Improving Seafarer Working Conditions

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines,announced the establishment of new common standards for onboard IT equipment and system specifications. The company will apply these new standards from the design phase of newbuilding vessels, and then gradually roll them out to existing vessels as well. This initiative is part of “DX Action 2.0,” under the Group Management Plan “BLUE ACTION 2035 Phase 2,” and aims to review onboard networks and other systems to further advance standardization.

Historically, the IT equipment and systems installed on vessels have differed depending on the vessel type, shipyard, and ship management company. These differences brought a host of challenges, such as the need to conduct feasibility studies for each individual vessel when introducing new systems, hindering efficient system utilization. By standardizing onboard IT equipment and systems, MOL will gradually establish a foundation that enables the effective use of AI and digital technologies on board, as well as more robust security.

The implementation of these standards, together with the expanded use of AI and digital technologies and strengthened security measures, will enable MOL to make more effective use of vessel data, thereby enhancing operational safety and improving working conditions for seafarers. Through these initiatives, the company will lead the advancement of onboard digital environments in the shipping industry and pursue sustainable growth and increased corporate value.