Competition and Integrity For America’s Ocean Supply Chain
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is the independent federal agency responsible for regulating the U.S. international ocean transportation system.
News
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FMC Suspends Operations Due to Federal Government Shutdown
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC or Commission) is closed effective January 31, 2026, as part…
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Laura DiBella Designated as Chairman of FMC
On January 28, 2026, President Donald J. Trump designated Laura DiBella to serve as Chairman…
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MSC Assessed Civil Penalties Totaling $22.67 Million
An enforcement proceeding (Docket No. 23-08) involving MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, S.A. (MSC) recently concluded…
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FMC Adds Two Additional Administrative Law Judges on Temporary Basis
Two administrative law judges have been detailed from the U.S. Department of Health and Human…
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FMC Statutes, Regulations, and Law Reporter
Statutes and Regulations
View the principal statutes and regulations administered by the Commission
FMC Law Reporter
View the Commission’s most significant decisions and orders in adjudicative cases
Fact Findings
Fact Finding 28
Investigation into current conditions and practices of VOCCs and MTOs, and U.S. demurrage, detention, and per diem charges
Fact Finding 29
Investigation into practices and regulations that have a negative impact on congestion of ports and other points in the Nation’s supply chain
Fact Finding 30
Investigation into COVID-19 impact on cruise industry
Who We Are
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is the independent federal agency responsible for regulating the U.S. international ocean transportation system for the benefit of U.S. exporters, importers, and the U.S. consumer.
Our mission is to ensure a competitive and reliable international ocean transportation supply system that supports the U.S economy and protects the public from unfair and deceptive practices.
What We Do
- Enforce laws and regulations related to ocean shipping and transportation
- Ensure compliance with the Shipping Act statute and regulations through reviews of business records and practices of Ocean Transportation Intermediaries (OTIs) and other entities.
- Monitor filed service contracts, agreements, and market conditions to promote competition and prevent anticompetitive behavior
- Issue licensure to industry professionals that demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards
- Assist in filing and reviewing tariffs for compliance with regulations and to ensure transparency and fairness in pricing
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