“K” Line Pte. Ltd. (KLPL), a Singapore-based subsidiary that is wholly owned by Kawasaki Kisen
Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE), carried out “the Emergency Response Drill” on December 10, 2024,
assuming a maritime accident involving an oil tanker operated by K Marine Ship Management
Pte. Ltd. (KMSM). The drill was based on a scenario where the vessel ran aground after an
engine malfunction during anchoring operations at the port of Kikuma, at which time it began
leaking oil and some of its crew were injured. KLPL established an accident response task force,
discussed the response with KMSM, coordinated with internal and external parties and confirmed
the information sharing system in order to verify the emergency response framework.
Safety in navigation and cargo operations is “K” LINE Group’s top priority as a shipping company,
requiring thorough, ongoing efforts of this nature. In its Medium-Term Management Plan, the “K”
LINE Group has positioned “Safety and Ship quality management” as its strength. Moving
forward, the Group will continue to contribute to society by preparing for unforeseen
circumstances through “the Emergency Response Drill” and by ensuring daily safe operations of
its vessels.
