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NEWS 337 : A PERFECT DAY NOT TO WIN

KYOKUYO BLUE STARS Row into the 11th Shimonoseki Cutter Race
Category: people | local
The Shimonoseki Cutter Race, traditionally held in the sweltering heat of July, was moved to October this year − likely in response to growing awareness and regulation around heatstroke prevention in the workplace. With milder weather and clearer skies, the 11th edition of the event offered great racing conditions for all participating teams.

Tags: sport activity, boat, blue stars, competition

NEWS 334 : SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN SUSTAINABLE SHIP DESIGN

Kangei Maru Awarded the Ship of the Year 2024 (Fishing and Research Vessel Category)
Category: shipbuilding
On May 16, 2025, the presentation and selection meeting for the Ship of the Year 2024 was held, and Kangei Maru, a purpose-built processing and research vessel completed in March 2024, was selected as the winner of the Fishing and Research Vessel Category Prize.

Tags: ship of the year, reefer, custom design, electric propulsion, roro

NEWS 329 : SAILING TOWARDS CARBON NEUTRALITY

Kyokuyo Unveils Game-Changing Deep-Cooled Ammonia Carrier
Category: shipbuilding | corporate

Kyokuyo Shipyard Corporation, in collaboration with Uyeno Transtech Ltd. and Izumi Steel Works, Ltd. , has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from ClassNK for the design of a deep-cooled ammonia carrier equipped with two 6,000m3 semi-refrigerated tanks, with a total capacity of 12,000m3.

Tags: ammonia carrier, gas carrier, coastal, environment, new design

NEWS 327 : DRIVING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AT SEA

Kyokuyo Invests in Eight Knot Inc., a Startup Specializing in Autonomous Navigation
Category: corporate
Kyokuyo Shipyard Corporation has invested in Eight Knot Inc. (https://8kt.jp/), a start-up company conducting research and development of autonomous navigation technology for small vessels. The company's mission is to "drive digital transformation and automation in the maritime sector, providing innovative solutions to address pressing societal issues."

Tags: management, business partnership, investment, autonomous navigation, eight knot

NEWS 325 : LET'S GO HAND IN HAND

Kyokuyo Is Registered for the Government's "Partnership Building Declaration"
Category: corporate
The "Partnership Building Declaration" is a government-backed initiative in Japan that is driving better collaboration and mutual growth among business enterprises in the country. Companies are joining this initiative to create sustainable relationships that allow both larger and smaller businesses to grow together, and they are doing so with the clear understanding that this will contribute to a more robust and equitable Japanese economy.

Tags: management, business partnership, government service, trade practice

NEWS 324 : WE WON! FIRST WIN & SINGLE-DIGIT RANKING

KYOKUYO BLUESTARS in the 2024 Shimonoseki Cutter Race
Category: people | local
After a three-year hiatus due to the unfortunate circumstances of the pandemic, the much-anticipated Shimonoseki Cutter Race was finally resumed last year on a reduced scale. This year, the event returned to its original form and welcomed many teams from all over the country, including teams from Shimonoseki and beyond!

Tags: sport activity, boat, blue stars, competition

NEWS 322 : SEVEN SAMURAI RETURNED

From Vocational Training at Oita
Category: shipbuilding | people

On June 28, we celebrated the graduation ceremony of the annual training program for new recruits at the Oita Regional Shipbuilding Craftsmanship Center (ORSC) in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. Seven of our new recruits returned safely with a slightly more mature look (one with blond hair) after completing the three-month training program that began on April 4. Reflecting their efforts and struggles, their work uniforms seem to be dirty again this year.

Tags: new staff, recruitment, training, tv

NEWS 321 : UNDER THE MISTY SKY OF HANA-GUMORI

1,096TEU Container Carrier "A SUWA" Named and Delivered
Category: shipbuilding
The Japanese custom of hanami, or cherry blossom viewing, where parties are held under the cherry blossoms in full bloom, is well known. The spring cherry blossoms, which bloom and fall at the same time, have long held great significance in our culture as a symbol of beauty and transience.

Tags: container carrier, ceremony, japan, china, hanami

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