https://splash247.com/mol-takes-over-gearbulk-from-kristian-jebsen/ Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) , Japan’s largest shipowner, is poised to take over Gearbulk from Kristian Jebsen in a significant acquisition expected to conclude by January next year. MOL first invested in Gearbulk, the world's largest open-hatch operator, in 1991 by acquiring a 40% stake in the company, which was established in 1968. Over the years, MOL increased its shareholding to 49%, while Jebsen retained the 51%