We are pleased to announce that we and our vessels (SANKO FORTUNE and SANKO HAWKING) have been recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) as an operator and vessel that continuously meets the standards required by the "Quality Shipping for the 21st Century (QUALSHIP 21) Program".

The USCG initiated this program in 2001 to encourage safe, high-quality vessel operations and to identify and publicize vessels that have achieved excellent results (<1% detention rate) in Port State Control (PSC) in the United States over the past three years. In addition, since March 2015, USCG has started to give awards to vessels, operators, and flag states that meet QUALSHIP 21, respectively.

We will continue our efforts to comply with international conventions, prevent maritime accidents, and protect the environment.