ExxonMobil's Shipping Affiliates Receive Top U.S. Coast Guard Awards for Environmental...

Business Editors/Environment Writers

IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 25, 2004

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) announced today that International Marine Transportation, Limited (IMT), its international marine affiliate, and SeaRiver Maritime, Inc. (SeaRiver), its domestic marine

The U.S. Coast Guard acknowledges its Benkert Award to be the premier national prize recognizing marine environmental excellence that extends far beyond mere compliance with industrial and regulatory standards. The award encompasses all aspects of marine environmental protection.

IMT earned the highest standard of recognition (gold level) as a first-time applicant in the Foreign Vessel category. The company is also the recipient of several international awards including three consecutive Sword of Honour awards from the British Safety Council.

SeaRiver merited the silver Benkert Award in the Large Business - Vessel Operations category. This represents SeaRiver's second consecutive Benkert Award, having received top honors in 2002.

"This recognition reflects the continuous efforts of each organization to achieve high performance in this important aspect of our business and our strong commitment to work cooperatively with regulatory officials, industry partners and the communities in which we operate. It would not have been possible without the dedication of our personnel at sea and ashore to safety and environmental excellence. They are truly deserving of this prestigious award," said IMT Chairman and SeaRiver President, Will Jenkins.

IMT, headquartered in Leatherhead, United Kingdom, operates foreign flag tankers and other international vessel types and provides marine expertise throughout the globe.

SeaRiver, headquartered in Houston, owns and operates a fleet of U.S. flag oceangoing tankers and escort/ship assist tractor tugs and provides a wide range of marine services.