MOL signals push into cold chain logistics with stake acquisition in CKL - India Seatrade News

MOL takes strategic stake in Commonwealth Kokubu Logistics - Maritime Gateway

Japanese shipping major Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has taken a strategic stake in Commonwealth Kokubu Logistics (CKL), Singapore’s largest cold chain food logistics provider, signalling a sharper focus on temperature-controlled supply chains. The investment marks MOL’s entry into a fast-expanding segment underpinned by rising demand from pharmaceuticals, processed foods, agricultural exports and e-commerce. Through the partnership, MOL intends to bu…

MOL signals push into cold chain logistics with stake acquisition in CKL - India Seatrade News

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has signalled its growing interest in cold chain logistics with the acquisition of a stake in CKL, marking a strategic move to expand beyond traditional shipping into temperature-controlled supply chains. The investment underscores MOL’s intent to tap into the fast-growing cold chain segment, driven by rising demand from pharmaceuticals, food processing, agri-exports and e-commerce. By partnering with CKL, a specialist …