California Air Resources Board

Shoei Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. Settles For $21,000

In June 2023, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) reached a settlement with Shoei Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (SKK), with its principal location in Japan, for the company’s violation of the Low-Sulfur Fuel Regulation as codified in the California Code of Regulations, title 13, section 2299.2, and title 17, section 93118.2.

An investigation conducted by CARB staff revealed that the SKK vessel, Ultra Vanscoy, failed to operate on compliant fuel upon entry into Regulated California Waters in 2023. CARB alleged three days of violation for a penalty of $21,000 under Health and Safety Code section 39674. SKK took prompt action after being notified of these violations and, under CARB’s supervision, began operating in compliance.

To settle the case, SKK agreed to the total penalty amount for the violations. This amount will be deposited into CARB’s Air Pollution Control Fund, which provides funding for projects and research to improve California's air quality. SKK agreed to comply with CARB regulations going forward.

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