Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd.

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd., branded as "K" Line, is a major Japanese transportation company established on April 5, 1919, specializing in diverse marine shipping services. It operates a fleet of approximately 500 vessels, including dry cargo bulk carriers, container ships, liquefied natural gas carriers, roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) ships, tankers, thermal coal carriers, and offshore support vessels. The company provides comprehensive logistics solutions encompassing marine, land, air, and harbor transportation, with container services integrated into the Ocean Network Express alliance since 2018. Headquartered in Tokyo with a registered office in Kobe, "K" Line employs around 5,788 people on a consolidated basis and maintains an extensive global network of branches, representative offices, and agents across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and beyond. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and part of the Nikkei 225, it plays a pivotal role in international trade by facilitating the movement of commodities, vehicles, energy resources, and consumer goods, supporting key industries such as automotive, energy, and manufacturing worldwide.