Archive for the ‘Maffei’ Category

Remarks as Provided by Chairman Daniel B. Maffei: Celebrating Maritime Day 2021

The remarks of Chairman Daniel B. Maffei made as part of the National Maritime Day celebration are available for viewing at: https://youtube.com/watch?v=rb7ltUMXOPo%3Fstart%3D1525 His remark as delivered are below: Often in dire circumstances, the leadership that matters most does not come from flag officers, statemen or CEOs – But from the… Read More »

Chairman Maffei Discusses Port & Supply Chain Issues During Port of LA Briefing

Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei joined Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka for a media availability that is now available for viewing on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5Rapavwjsw The event was hosted by the Port of Los Angeles for the purpose of providing its monthly operational and volume update…. Read More »

Remarks of Chairman Daniel B. Maffei at the NCBFAA Annual Conference

A previous version has been replaced and is updated to reflect the remarks as delivered on May 5, 2021. Thank you Melzie and the NCBFAA Transportation Committee for inviting me to speak with you today. The NCBFAA is an important stakeholder in America’s ocean transportation system. I always appreciate the… Read More »

Daniel B. Maffei Designated as the Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission

Commissioner Daniel B. Maffei has been designated as the Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission. The designation was made by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on March 29, 2021. Chairman Maffei is a sitting member of the FMC and replaces Michael A. Khouri in the role of Chairman. A native… Read More »

Remarks of Commissioner Maffei: Marine Transportation System Innovation Science and Technology Conference Keynote

On March 15, 2021, Commissioner Maffei presented the Keynote Address at the Sixth Biennial Marine Transportation System Innovation Science and Technology Conference hosted by the National Academy of Science’s Transportation Research Board. The theme of the conference was “Advancing the Marine Transportation System through Automation and Autonomous Technologies.” In his… 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 »

Statement of Commissioners Maffei and Sola: Op-Ed, Supply Chain Dive

Commissioners Maffei and Sola released the below op-ed, published by Supply Chain Dive on March 2, 2021. In this piece, the Commissioners urged cooperation to find solutions to the current global congestion crisis. Opinion: Global Cooperation Can Resolve Shipping Industry Woes The word “unprecedented” has almost lost its meaning as… Read More »

Commissioner Maffei Visits Port Newark Container Terminal

On February 24th, Commissioner Daniel B. Maffei visited the Port of New York and New Jersey for a meeting with Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) staff and a tour of the Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT). Commissioner Maffei met with executives from the PANYNJ for Port… 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.