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Mitsui O.S.K. vows to raise safety measures after Mauritius oil spill

National Dec 19, 2020

Mitsui O.S.K. vows to raise safety measures after Mauritius oil spill

The firm said it will set up surveillance cameras in the wheelhouse of its ships and ask owners of the chartered ships to do the same.

Japan considers ¥30 billion loan to Mauritius after oil spill

National Dec 14, 2020

Japan considers ¥30 billion loan to Mauritius after oil spill

Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi visited the country as part of a four-nation tour of Africa.

Ship owner says Mauritius oil cleanup mostly over by January

National Nov 5, 2020

Ship owner says Mauritius oil cleanup mostly over by January

Efforts to remove oil spilled by the MV Wakashio have been hampered by difficulties in cleaning coral reefs and mangrove trees.

Mauritius ship operator Mitsui OSK to pay ¥1 billion for recovery

National Sep 11, 2020

Mauritius ship operator Mitsui OSK to pay ¥1 billion for recovery

"We will provide long-term contributions to the environment and the society of Mauritius," the company said in a statement.

Mauritius asks Japan for ¥3.6 billion to help local fishers after oil leak

National Sep 2, 2020

Mauritius asks Japan for ¥3.6 billion to help local fishers after oil leak

The island nation is requesting funds to build boats, train workers and renovate an aging fishing research center.

Japan to send third relief team to Mauritius in wake of oil spill

National Sep 1, 2020

Japan to send third relief team to Mauritius in wake of oil spill

The six-member team will help conduct detailed investigations of mangroves, coral reefs, wildlife and seawater quality to assess the impact of the oil leak.

Japan experts propose wiping down Mauritius mangroves by hand to remove oil from Wakashio spill

National Aug 30, 2020

Japan experts propose wiping down Mauritius mangroves by hand to remove oil from Wakashio spill

Japanese experts are proposing wiping down mangrove trees in Mauritius by hand to remove oil spilled by a Japanese freighter that ran aground off the tropical island, a source familiar with the matter said Saturday. The idea for cleaning the trees' roots, recently suggested by ...

Japanese experts warn oil damage could kill mangroves in Mauritius

National Aug 25, 2020

Japanese experts warn oil damage could kill mangroves in Mauritius

Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi told a news conference Tuesday that the ministry is considering sending additional environment experts to the island nation.

Mauritius oil spill: Data shows ship deviated from shipping lane

World Aug 21, 2020

Mauritius oil spill: Data shows ship deviated from shipping lane

Data from a maritime analysis firm showed that the Wakashio diverted more than 100 km from a regular shipping lane before crashing into the reef.

Japan criticized for weak presence in responding to Mauritius oil leak

National | FOCUS Aug 20, 2020

Japan criticized for weak presence in responding to Mauritius oil leak

by Junko Horiuchi

The government has maintained a distant attitude about the crisis compared with countries such as France and India, according to residents and environmental groups.

Owner of ship off Mauritius open to compensation claims for oil spill

National Aug 14, 2020

Owner of ship off Mauritius open to compensation claims for oil spill

The Panama-flagged bulk carrier Wakashio, operated by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, was carrying 3,800 tons of fuel oil when it ran aground on July 25.

Focus turns to damages owed by Japan ship owner for Mauritius spill

National Aug 13, 2020

Focus turns to damages owed by Japan ship owner for Mauritius spill

Nagashiki Shipping's costs could be limited to about ¥2 billion based on two maritime accident treaties, but it may have to pay more if serious faults are found.

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