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FMC Regulatory Reform Initiative

Commission moves forward with its Regulatory Reform Priorities Plan by issuing a final rule reducing regulatory burdens and expanding flexibilities for Ocean Transportation Intermediaries Learn More.

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National Seaport Information Portal is Key to American Competitiveness

The Federal Maritime Commission Supply Chain Innovation Teams Initiative is complete. The Final Report for the project is now available including Commissioner Dye’s conclusions and recommendations for future action. A well-deserved thanks to the remarkable industry leaders who participated and supported this project. Learn More.

FMC Demurrage and Detention Fact Finding: Interim Report and Phase 2 Interviews

On September 4, 2018, Commissioner Dye issued an interim report regarding the Commission's fact finding investigation into demurrage and detention practices at U.S. ports. The Commissioner will be conducting field interviews with industry leaders about the areas highlighted in the report in Southern California, South Florida, and New York/New Jersey in October and November 2018. Learn More.

Cargo Shipping Problems

Have a Cargo Shipping Problem? When Things Go Wrong, We Can Help...

If you run into problems shipping your cargo overseas and have been unsuccessful solving the problem on your own, contact our Dispute Resolution Specialists who can help you when things go wrong... Learn More.

 
 
 

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11/14/2018
Updates to PierPass Will Go Into Effect
Commission announces it will enhance monitoring of agreement governing PierPass
 
11/5/2018
Acting Chairman Khouri & Commissioner Dye Address Transportation Legal Professionals
Association of Transportation Law Professionals meet at the FMC to explore legal, regulatory and policy issues.
 
10/18/2018
Status Advisory Regarding PierPass Amendment
Review commenced of WCMTOA PierPass submission in response to Request for Additional Information.
 
10/16/2018
Mediation Week 2018
Mediation is one of the several alternative dispute resolution services offered by FMC.
 
10/3/2018
Port of New York & New Jersey Added to Detention & Demurrage Field Interview Itinerary
Commissioner Dye will visit the Port of New York and New Jersey in November
 

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