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Meiji Shipping Co., Ltd., established in Kobe, Japan, in 1911, operates globally through its diverse business portfolio encompassing International Shipping, Hotel-Related Services, and Real Estate Leasing. The company's primary maritime division owns and manages a broad fleet of vessels, including crude and refined oil tankers, carriers for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and petroleum gas (LPG), as well as car, chip, and various bulk carriers. These vessels are predominantly utilized under time charter arrangements with other shipping firms. Beyond asset ownership, Meiji Shipping delivers a comprehensive array of maritime services, such as ship management, related transaction support, construction supervision, remodeling, inspection services, business planning, ship finance, and commercial management. It also focuses on seafarer manning and training, providing IT solutions for vessels, and marketing marine equipment and parts. Further diversifying its operations, the company is involved in building operations and management, and operates nursery schools. Its real estate activities include housing rentals and the development of office buildings. Additionally, Meiji Shipping offers various specialized services, suchch as sales of machinery for ships and ports, tugboat operations, non-life and cancer insurance agency, freight forwarding, and catering. Its hospitality sector features hotels, resorts, Chinese and Japanese restaurants, and a golf course.