BTA works to ensure ocean common carrier and marine terminal operator compliance under the standards of 46 U.S.C. subtitle IV—Regulation of Ocean Shipping. The Bureau processes common carrier tariff registrations, reviews carrier published tariffs and marine terminal operator schedules, and ensures compliance with 46 C.F.R. parts 520, 525, 530, 531, and 532. BTA administers monitoring programs and other research efforts designed to inform the Commission of conditions related to international trade, carrier and terminal operations, and maritime supply chain concerns.

Amy Strauss, Acting Director
Phone: 202-523-5796
Fax: 202-523-5867
Email: tradeanalysis@fmc.gov