Norwegian chemical tanker company Stolt Tankers, together with Japanese companies NYK and Eneos Ocean, launched a new pool business in Asia-Pacific Region.
The pool launched in October with a total of 13 vessels. Two chemical tankers owned by ENEOS Ocean, and the other 11 chemical tankers owned by a joint venture between NYK Group and Stolt Tankers. The vessels are equipped with stainless steel tanks capable of transporting various chemical products, thus allowing the companies to respond flexibly to shippers' transportation needs. NYK Group is keen to provide high-quality transport services through a competitive fleet, where the demand of the chemical market is strong.
Commenting on the partnership, NYK Executive Officer, Yuji Nishijima says: “We have a strong relationship with Stolt Tankers, boasting unrivaled experience spanning over 30 years in the chemical tanker business. Additionally, we have a deep trust-based relationship with ENEOS Ocean, primarily in the field of crude oil tankers. We are delighted to have taken this step into the chemical tanker pool operation based on these relationships. We look forward to co-creating further value with these reliable partners, Stolt Tankers and ENEOS Ocean.”
As for Stolt Tankers B.V. President, Lucas Vos, he mentions, “I am particularly pleased with this agreement as it expands Stolt Tankers’ presence in the region while expanding our tonnage partners in Japan. I would like to thank NYK and ENEOS Ocean for their dedication to bringing this partnership to life, and the trust they have placed in us.”
Moreover, ENEOS Ocean Corporation Director, Executive Officer Masahito Hirano is delighted in collaborating with these two global leaders. He adds, “we start the pool operation with Stolt Tankers and NYK which enhances competitiveness in the chemical tanker market. Through this pool, we aim to provide detailed and attentive transportation services to meet the diversifying needs of customers and achieve greater safety in operations. Additionally, we are committed to addressing specific environmental measures to adapt to the rapidly changing business environment.”
