Kim Han - sik is chief executive officer of Cheonghaejin Marine Shipping . Among other charges , he faces a count of violating the maritime safety act . Charges against Kim are related to claims the vessel carried excessive cargo . They claim the cargo was partially responsible for the sinking .
Kim Han-sik is chief executive officer of Cheonghaejin Marine Company . Among other allegations , he faces a count of violating the ship safety act . Charges against Kim are related to claims the ferry carried excessive cargo . Investigators say the cargo was partially responsible for the sinking .