Tokyo, Nov 28, 2012 (JCN) - Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd (MOL) has acquired Competence Management System (CMS) certification in the LNG Carrier category from Det Norske Veritas (DNV) for its independently developed MOL RankSTEP (Rank Skill Training & Evaluation Program), which also complies with Society of International Gas Tanker & Terminal Operators Ltd (SIGTTO).
MOL earlier this year received the CMS certification from DNV in the Tanker category (crude oil tankers, LPG carriers, product tankers, chemical tankers) for its similar seafarer education and training program.
In addition to its past programs, the CMS will help MOL identify problems after determining gaps between skill required of seafarers in previous programs and those currently needed, ensuring ongoing improvement of the program.