Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd

Common Name
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Marine Shipping
Employees
10,500
Ticker
9104
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. is a leading global shipping company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in the transportation of a diverse range of goods across the world’s oceans, providing esse...

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Insights into Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines amounted to 10,471,474 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines decreased by 3.23%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2019202120222023202403 M6 M9 M12 MtCO2e-10%+1%-1%-3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines were 10,428,320 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 13.03%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 3.26%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 18,857 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 43,154 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Mitsui O.S.K. Lines 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Mitsui O.S.K. Lines 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Mitsui O.S.K. Lines use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192021202220232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported 8,408,714 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202120222023202402.5 M5 M7.5 M10 MtCO2e-20%+5%+2%+12%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported total Scope 3 emissions of 8,408,714 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 46.81% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 53.19% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 emissions have remained relatively stable, indicating that Mitsui O.S.K. Lines 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 emissions increased by 11.82%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Mitsui O.S.K. Lines disclose?

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Investments (Cat. 15): 3,792,670 tCO₂e (45.1%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 2,256,678 tCO₂e (26.84%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 1,574,543 tCO₂e (18.73%)

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Investments(Cat. 15)(45.1%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(26.8%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(18.7%)

Insights into Mitsui O.S.K. Lines’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 10,428,320 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 10,750 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 970.12 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

520020,0001,000,00050,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00050,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)SankyuYear: 2020Scope 1: 19,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,271Scope 1 Intensity: 3.60 tCO2e/$MSeibu HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 149 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,000Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MYamato HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 659,537 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,699Scope 1 Intensity: 44.87 tCO2e/$MMitsui KinzokuYear: 2023Scope 1: 804,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,895Scope 1 Intensity: 164.26 tCO2e/$MKyoceraYear: 2023Scope 1: 122,710 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,205Scope 1 Intensity: 8.07 tCO2e/$MNippon Yusen KKYear: 2024Scope 1: 11,140,236 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,764Scope 1 Intensity: 706.71 tCO2e/$MTaiseiYear: 2023Scope 1: 151,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,333Scope 1 Intensity: 12.24 tCO2e/$MKajimaYear: 2024Scope 1: 192,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,599Scope 1 Intensity: 10.91 tCO2e/$MKawasaki Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 142,390 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,211Scope 1 Intensity: 11.66 tCO2e/$MFujifilm HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 534,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 21,464Scope 1 Intensity: 24.88 tCO2e/$MNidecYear: 2023Scope 1: 269,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,838Scope 1 Intensity: 15.98 tCO2e/$MCentral Japan RailwayYear: 2023Scope 1: 88,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,513Scope 1 Intensity: 8.37 tCO2e/$MObayashiYear: 2024Scope 1: 265,700 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,354Scope 1 Intensity: 17.31 tCO2e/$MJapan AirlinesYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,720,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,908Scope 1 Intensity: 891.10 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi Heavy IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 130,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 31,553Scope 1 Intensity: 4.12 tCO2e/$MUshioYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,539 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,314Scope 1 Intensity: 2.69 tCO2e/$MKubotaYear: 2024Scope 1: 243,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 19,213Scope 1 Intensity: 12.65 tCO2e/$MTechnoPro HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 287 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,380Scope 1 Intensity: 0.21 tCO2e/$MHitachiYear: 2024Scope 1: 390,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 64,241Scope 1 Intensity: 6.07 tCO2e/$MDeNAYear: 2023Scope 1: 10 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,010Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MShimizuYear: 2023Scope 1: 184,202 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,518Scope 1 Intensity: 12.69 tCO2e/$MKawasaki Kisen KaishaYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,550,995 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,077Scope 1 Intensity: 925.73 tCO2e/$MEast Japan RailwayYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,520,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,059Scope 1 Intensity: 84.17 tCO2e/$MMitsui O.S.K. LinesYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,428,320 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,750Scope 1 Intensity: 970.12 tCO2e/$M

How does Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 970.12 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 12.24 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Mitsui O.S.K. Lines rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines ranked 24 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Mitsui O.S.K. Lines among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines reported a total carbon footprint of 18,880,188 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.94% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 55.23% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 44.54%. a

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