The Port of Hueneme and NYK Line have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Green Automotive Shipping Corridor between Japan and Southern California.
The signing ceremony took place on 12 February 2025 at the Port of Hueneme, marking the continuation of a collaboration aimed at driving both innovation and environmental progress.
The MoU aims to explore innovative and sustainable shipping practices, with an emphasis on reducing GHG emissions, advancing energy efficiency, and promoting the use of alternative fuels and zero-emission technologies.
The partnership will also explore joint research and development efforts for green technologyin the maritime and automotive sectors.
“This is not something we can achieve on our own. It requires building strong partnerships with many stakeholders.
“The signing of the MoU with the Port of Hueneme is quite remarkable for us and a big step toward achieving a greener future in the logistics industry,” said Yutaka Ikeda, Managing Executive Officer of NYK Line.
“We are incredibly grateful for the strong collaboration between the Port of Hueneme and NYK Line,” said Mary Anne Rooney, Port of Hueneme Board Secretary.
“Together we have benefitted thousands of working families throughout Ventura County and the state of California.”
Last month, Yara Clean Ammonia Switzerland SA (Yara Clean Ammonia), a subsidiary of Yara International ASA, entered into a time-charter contract with Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) to deliver an ammonia-fuelled medium gas carrier (AFMGC).