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Video of Commissioner Bentzel’s Remarks to Shipping and Freight Resource Available
The March 30, 2021 remarks by Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel on “Demurrage and Detention & Managing Port Operations” are now available for viewing on YouTube. The discussion was hosted by Shipping and Freight Resource, an online publication. In his presentation, Commissioner Bentzel discussed the mission and authorities of the Federal… Read More »
Letter of Commissioners Bentzel & Sola Seeking Information on Houston Channel Restrictions
On March 2, 2021, Commissioners Carl W. Bentzel and Louis E. Sola sent a letter to Mr. Ric Campo, Chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority, and Captain Reginal McKamie, Chairman of Houston Pilot Board, inquiring about how the Houston Ship Channel Large Vessel Restriction statute… Read More »
Letter of Commissioners Maffei and Bentzel to Great Lakes Governors
Last week, Commissioners Maffei and Bentzel sent letters to the Governors of Great Lakes states urging them to prioritize the vaccination of the maritime workforce to protect the Nation’s supply chain in preparation for the upcoming start to the Great Lakes shipping season when the Soo Locks open on March… Read More »
Statement of Commissioners Maffei and Bentzel: Urging Governors to Prioritize Maritime Worker Vaccinations
This week, Commissioners Maffei and Bentzel sent letters to the Governors of major port states urging them to prioritize the vaccination of the maritime workforce to protect the Nation’s supply chain. Letters were sent to the Governors of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, South Carolina,… Read More »
Commissioner Bentzel Interviewed on CNBC
Commissioner Carl Bentzel appeared on the CNBC show “The Exchange” where he spoke with host Brian Sullivan on the topic of “Why shipping container costs are soaring”. The segment aired on February 10, 2021 and a video of the interview can be viewed at: https://www.cnbc.com/video/2021/02/10/why-shipping-container-costs-are-soaring.html
Statement by Commissioner Bentzel on the Commission’s Demand Order
I strongly support the FMC moving forward on the information demand orders. The impact of COVID-19 has clearly taken a toll and disrupted everyday life in our country, and our maritime operations have not been spared. Today, in the news, it was reported that over 60 large ships lay at… Read More »
Commissioner Bentzel Statement: The Health of Our Maritime Industry Will Lead Our Economy Back
The year 2020 illustrated our nation’s reliance on maritime transportation and international trade. Our society has adopted necessary, but dramatic, changes in how we work, travel, and go to school. The transportation sector has not been without impact. Aviation is down close to 50%, and the cruise industry has been… Read More »
Commissioners Maffei and Bentzel Urge Biden Administration to Prioritize Vaccinations for Maritime Industry
Yesterday, Commissioners Maffei and Bentzel sent a letter to President Biden and other Administration officials reiterating the importance of vaccinating the maritime workforce.
Commissioners Bentzel and Maffei Urge Ocean Carriers to Carry U.S. Exports
Yesterday, Commissioners Carl W. Bentzel and Daniel B. Maffei sent a letter to World Shipping Council President and CEO John Butler, expressing concern about reports that ocean carriers are refusing the carriage of U.S. exports. The Commissioners noted that U.S. exporters should not bear the entire burden of volume fluctuations… Read More »
Statement by Commissioner Bentzel on the Foundation Carrier Agreement (No. 201351)
Today, I voted to support the FMC staff recommendation to allow the Foundation Carrier Agreement to go into effect on December 13th. While I am a strong supporter of the implementation of digital technology that will facilitate the employment of blockchain platforms to assist the movement of our international trade,… Read More »