Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co (HK) Ltd visit to NYK

Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co (HK) Ltd visit to NYK

On March 17th, 2010, NYK hosted Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co (HK) Ltd. Mr. Kenneth Koo, CEO of TCC met with Mr. K. Miyahara, Chairman, and Mr. T. Kudo President of NYK. NYK is interested in strengthening its relationship with TCC.

Mr. Miyahara expressed his thanks to Mr. Koo for TCC’s support over 40 years. Mr. Koo also expressed his thanks and explained TCC’s policies on protecting the environment. He also agreed to further strengthen the relationship between the two companies.

NYK and TCC first established relations in 1970 with the timecharter of the handysize bulker “Silver Zephyr”. At the meeting, it was discussed how Mr. T. Kusakari (External Director of NYK) was involved in the timecharter as well as how Mr. Kudo managed the vessel shortly after joining NYK.

TCC was established in 1917. Mr. Kenneth Koo became chariman of the HK Shipowner’s Association from last November. NYK currently charters 4 capesize bulk carriers from TCC.