Jera, Mitsui OSK Commences Low‑Carbon Ammonia Transport Operation from the US

Jera Co., Japan’s largest energy producer, has agreed to lease two gas carriers from Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd. to transport low‑carbon ammonia from the United States to Japan. The agreement is designed to strengthen the company’s alternative fuel supply chain. Under the contract, the two vessels will carry low‑carbon ammonia across the Pacific, with capacity set to meet the growing demand for clean fuels in the energy sector. Jera’s move is expected to support the expansion of the low‑carbon ammonia market, a critical component of the transition to renewable energy. By optimizing the transport operation, the company aims to deliver cost efficiency and supply continuity. Mitsui OSK Lines’ experienced fleet management will ensure the safe and timely completion of the shipments. This partnership will enhance Japan’s energy security while contributing to its carbon‑footprint reduction goals. This is not investment advice.