en.Wedoany.com Reported - Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has established a new set of common standards for its onboard information technology equipment and system specifications, aiming to advance the company's digital transformation strategy.
The Japanese shipping group stated that these standards will be incorporated from the design phase of future newbuilds and gradually expanded to the existing fleet. This initiative is part of MOL's DX Action 2.0 plan, which falls under its BLUE ACTION 2035 second-phase management program.
For a long time, onboard IT systems have varied significantly depending on vessel type, shipyard, and management company. While these differences stem from practical needs, they have posed operational challenges when rolling out new digital solutions across the entire fleet.
MOL noted that deploying a new system typically requires a feasibility study on a per-vessel basis, slowing down implementation and limiting the efficiency of technology adoption.
The standardization initiative aims to build a common digital platform for the entire fleet, effectively replacing multiple operating systems with a shared framework, enabling faster and more consistent deployment of applications.
According to the company, the standardized infrastructure will support broader application of artificial intelligence and digital technologies onboard, while enhancing cybersecurity protection.
A more unified IT environment is expected to improve the collection and use of vessel data, thereby optimizing operational decisions and enhancing the safety of ship operations.
MOL stated that the plan is committed to improving working conditions for seafarers, making onboard digital tools more user-friendly and convenient.
The company believes that a common onboard digital environment can reduce the complexity of crew operations while supporting more efficient vessel management.
As shipping companies gradually explore AI applications, predictive maintenance tools, and data-driven operating systems, fleet standardization is becoming a key requirement. Through this rollout, MOL aims to accelerate digital adoption across its fleet while driving the industry toward safer and more connected vessel operations.
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