Environmental Policy
Basic Philosophy
Hankyu Ferry recognizes that environmental issues are a significant challenge shared by humanity, and strives to protect the marine and global environment,
promoting the reduction of environmental impact and engaging in business activities that contribute to society.
Environmental Policy
- We will comply with environmental regulations and work towards environmental conservation.
- Recognizing that maritime accidents can have serious negative impacts on the environment, we will ensure the safe operation of our vessels.
- We will enhance our employees’ awareness of environmental conservation through environmental education and internal communications.
- To reduce the environmental impact associated with our business activities, we will focus on resource conservation, energy saving, and waste reduction.
- We will set necessary goals for environmental conservation, review them regularly, and strive for continuous improvement.
Established on November 1, 2006, as of June 23, 2022
Hankyu Ferry Co., Ltd. President Yuichi Shimazu
Green Management Certification
The “Green Management Certification” is an environmental conservation standard promoted by the “Traffic Ecology and Mobility Foundation,” established with the cooperation of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and funding from the Nippon Foundation.
It certifies and registers businesses that implement initiatives above a certain level based on the Green Management Promotion Manual, which includes promoting proper waste disposal and recycling.
Hankyu Ferry Co., Ltd. received this certification on May 30, 2007. We will continue to promote environmentally friendly management through efforts such as reducing fuel consumption.
Registration Details
| Registered Industry | Passenger Ship Business |
|---|---|
| Registration Number | P400001 |
| Registered Office | Hankyu Ferry Co., Ltd. |
| Initial Registration Date | May 30, 2007 |
| Renewal Registration Date | May 30, 2025 |
| Expiration Date | May 29, 2027 |
2015, Kyushu Transport Bureau Environmental Conservation and Traffic Barrier-Free, etc.
Awarded in the Environmental Category for the new vessels “Izumi” and “Hibiki,” which introduced a dual hybrid propulsion system with excellent environmental and energy-saving performance, the first of its kind in domestic ferries, contributing to the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions and environmental conservation.
2016, Kyushu Transport Bureau Environmental Conservation and Traffic Barrier-Free, etc.
Awarded in the Traffic Barrier-Free Category for actively promoting the introduction of barrier-free compliant vessels to improve the mobility of elderly and disabled passengers in the management of regular passenger routes.