The Kristian Gerhard Jebsen family has a long history in ship-owning and maritime operations, both in the dry and liquid shipping business. The family owns Kristian Gerhard Jebsen Skipsrederi A/S (KGJS), the technical manager and crewing agent for the majority of Gearbulk vessels.

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines is one of the world`s largest shipping groups with over 800 vessels and more than 8,000 employees.