1. 12 Jun 2026 Administrative Guidance
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| Law / type | Laws on Marine Transportation Business / Administrative Guidance |
| Summary | On May 2, 2026, the passenger vessel 'Ocean Jet' operated by Kumejima Ocean Jet Co., Ltd. contacted the seabed within Kumejima Port, resulting in an accident. An audit conducted on May 12, 2026, by the Marine Transport Law enforcement officer of the Okinawa General Bureau confirmed violations of safety management regulations. Subsequently, on June 12, 2026, the Okinawa General Bureau issued a warning to the company, including a requirement that the safety chief and operations manager regularly conduct clear and specific safety education for crew members regarding safety management regulations, relevant laws, and other matters necessary to ensure transportation safety. |
| Source | https://www.mlit.go.jp/nega-inf/cgi-bin/search.cgi?jigyoubunya=senpaku&EID=search&no=3 |