Incident involving MOL Prosperity

03 July 2009

Dear Valued Customer,

We write to inform you that on 2 July 2009, while sailing from Hong Kong the ship, MOL Prosperity, which is carrying your cargo, reported smoke emitting from cargo holds 6 and 7.

The ship’s operator, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), has informed us that the vessel has returned to anchorage in Hong Kong. The situation has now been stabilized, according to MOL, and neither the crew nor vessel are in danger.

We understand that a full investigation of the incident will be conducted as soon as possible. This will include an assessment of possible damage to cargo.

We will provide you with timely updates on this situation as soon as we receive further information from MOL. In the meantime, if you require further assistance, please contact your local APL representative.

On behalf of APL, we sincerely regret any inconvenience this incident has caused.

Yours Sincerely,