Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) is a major Japanese shipping and logistics group headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1885 and part of the Mitsubishi Group, NYK operates one of the world’s largest fleets across container, car carrier, tanker, dry bulk, and specialized vessels, supported by port, terminal, and logistics services through its group companies.
For the chemicals and energy value chain, NYK transports crude oil, refined products, petrochemicals, and liquefied gases such as LPG and LNG, and handles project and industrial cargo globally. The company focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, and ongoing decarbonization efforts in marine transport, including the adoption of advanced vessel technologies and alternative fuels.