MOL Chemical Tankers has announced the appointment of Tomoaki Ichida as its new CEO, effective 1 April. As a leading chemical tanker company, MOL Chemical Tankers plays a vital role in supporting global supply chains that people and industries depend on every day, with safety as its top priority. Under his leadership, the company will continue to uphold its principles of safety, quality, and customer focus, strengthening its role as a trusted partner in global supply chains.

Message from the CEO

MOL Chemical Tankers exists to serve society by safely transporting chemicals and by delivering peace of mind that supports everyday life around the world.

MOL Chemical Tankers Pte. Ltd.
Chief Executive Officer
Tomoaki Ichida

Ichida emphasised that shipping is more than the movement of cargo, it is a vital social infrastructure that sustains human activity, economic growth, and global connectivity. At MOL Chemical Tankers, this purpose defines the company’s identity. As a leading chemical tanker company, MOL Chemical Tankers recognises both the responsibility and the privilege of supporting global supply chains that people and industries depend on every day.

The chemical products the company transports support nearly every aspect of modern life — medicine, clothing, electronics, automobiles, agriculture, and countless other essentials. Delivering these products safely and responsibly is not simply its business; it is the company’s contribution to society. MOL Chemical Tankers remains committed to creating value over the long term, not only for today’s stakeholders, but also for future generations.

MOL Chemical Tankers is built on the expertise of highly skilled professionals who specialise in chemical tanker operations. Their deep knowledge, experience, and commitment to excellence form the foundation of the company’s leadership in the industry. Guided by the principles of safety first, quality first, frontline first, and a strong customer-oriented mindset, the company is committed to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality services, and to acting as a trusted partner that supports its customers with confidence and peace of mind.

Ichida acknowledged that the global shipping environment is changing rapidly, with geopolitical uncertainty, technological advancement including artificial intelligence, and evolving societal expectations continuing to reshape supply chains. As an industry leader, he noted that the company’s role is to respond proactively to these changes, anticipate customers’ needs, and continue delivering sustainable value.

MOL Chemical Tankers strives to create value for all stakeholders, customers, employees, business partners, the MOL Group, society, and future generations, with sustainability and a long-term perspective central to this commitment.

Ichida concluded by highlighting that the company’s greatest strength lies in its people. United by a shared mission and working together as one team, MOL Chemical Tankers will continue to advance as a chemical tanker company that is trusted, valued, and truly needed by society.

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