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Decarbonization in the Shipping Industry: An Insightful Seminar

On April 24, 2026, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host an informative seminar featuring Mr. Keita Akazawa, the Head of the Sustainability Strategy Promotion Department at Mitsui O.S.K. Lines. This event will delve into the current state of decarbonization in the maritime sector and highlight the environmental vision and key management strategies of the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines group.

Seminar Overview

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines is at the forefront of the shipping industry infrastructure sector. The company has set a bold environmental vision aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. This seminar will focus on the company’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and contributing to a low-carbon society. Despite global regulatory hurdles such as delays in adopting decarbonization measures in international shipping, the long-term trajectory towards a sustainable future is irreversible.

During the lecture, Mr. Akazawa will cover significant topics that illustrate the company’s strategic response to climate change:

1. Current Status of Decarbonization in the Shipping Industry: An analysis of the existing challenges and trends.
2. Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' Management Plan: BLUE ACTION 2035: Insights into the strategic framework guiding their sustainability initiatives.
3. Overview of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' Environmental Vision: A comprehensive look into the company's goals and methodologies.
4. Environmental Actions Taken by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines: Specific steps being implemented towards sustainability.
5. Marine Conservation Efforts: Discussion on initiatives aimed at preserving the marine environment.
6. Other Marine Preservation Efforts: Broader projects that align with the company’s sustainability goals.
7. Q&A Session: Engage directly with the lecturer and seek clarifications on pressing issues.
8. Networking Opportunities: Exchange of business cards and interactions among participants to foster professional connections.

Unique Networking Opportunities

The JPI seminar provides a rare chance to interact directly with industry leaders, facilitating a dialogue that goes beyond simple presentations. Participants can benefit from networking with peers from various industries, leading to valuable insights and potential collaborations.

Attendance Options

Participants can choose their preferred mode of attendance:

• - In-person Attendance (Please note: Archive access is not included)
• - Live Streaming Attendance (Archive access not included)
• - Archive Streaming

For those opting for in-person or live attendance, there is an additional special fee of 18,500 JPY (tax included) to access the recorded seminar.

Registration Fees

• - Individual: 37,720 JPY (tax included)
• - Group Discount for 2 or more from the same organization: 32,720 JPY each (tax included)
• - Special Rate for Local Government Employees: 11,000 JPY each (limited to on-site or live streaming only)

For more details and registration, please visit: JPI Seminar Registration

Follow-up Opportunities

After the seminar, participants will have the opportunity to pose questions to the lecturer and connect with other attendees. This facilitates the development of networks and could lead to new business opportunities. Archive access will also be available post-event.

For inquiries, please contact:
Japan Planning Institute
5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato, Tokyo, 106-0047
Phone: 03-5793-9761 Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Official Site

About JPI

The Japan Planning Institute serves as a bridge of knowledge collaboration among government, industry, and academia, supporting national policies and projects. For over half a century, JPI has been providing valuable information through exclusive, high-level seminars aimed at senior management to foster the creation of national intellectual capacity.