Thorco Africa had its official launch in Japan on Friday the 30th of September 2010.

In accordance with the ceremonial practices for christening and launching, Thorco Africa was slid, stern first, into the Ocean after being christened by Japanese model and actress Koyuki Kato, best known for her role in as Tom Cruise's wife in the movie ”The Last Samurai” .

Other notables at the launch were owners of THORCO SHIPPING Christian Stadil and Thomas Mikkelsen. The event was covered by several radio and television stations, in addition to numerous newspapers.

The following clip is in Danish - press play to watch.