Tokai Kisen has disclosed incidents including crew members performing their duties while under the influence of alcohol, alcohol tests being taken on behalf of others, and vessel operations with gangways left unsecured.
Administrative procedures are currently underway by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism toward imposing penalties, including the suspension of its regular passenger shipping route business under the Maritime Transportation Act.
Tokai Kisen stated that it takes its responsibilities as a public transportation operator very seriously. To thoroughly investigate the facts and causes and prevent recurrence, the company will establish an investigative committee made up of external experts and proceed with the investigation.
The company also said it will work closely with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and local municipalities to take necessary measures and minimize the impact. It added that it will promptly disclose any new information that should be made public.
Tokai Kisen operates ferry routes connecting Tokyo with Japan’s Izu Islands, including Izu Oshima, Niijima, Shikinejima, and Kozushima.
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