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FMC Upcoming Events
The following is a list of events and speaking engagements attended by FMC Commissioners and FMC Staff
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Past Events
January 2021
Commissioner Maffei Addresses Transportation Club of Tacoma (TCT)
January 11, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Dan Maffei will speak at the TCT’s Monthly Luncheon Meeting via Zoom on Monday, January 11th.
Information about the meeting, including schedule, how to register, and costs, can be found at:
https://www.transportationcluboftacoma.org/january-11th-2021-meeting-daniel-b-maffei/
Commissioner Bentzel to Appear as Guest on Trucking Focused Radio Show
January 26, 2021 | Road Dog Trucking Network Sirius XM Radio
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will be a guest on the “Land Line Now” show where he will discuss with host Mark Reddig a variety of public policy issues related to ocean shipping, trucking, and freight transportation. Commissioner Bentzel will also answer calls from listeners. A subscription to Sirius XM is required to listen to the show.
February 2021
Commissioner Bentzel to Address Intermodal Association of North America (IANA)
February 5, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will speak to IANA’s annual Intermodal Operations Committee meeting where he will provide an update on FMC activities and his work as a Commissioner. The event at 1:00-3:00 p.m. (Eastern) and is limited to IANA members who can register to attend at the following link:
Commissioner Bentzel to Address AAPA on “Port Management & Logistics Challenges—Detention & Demurrage”
February 24, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will speak about Commission efforts to address detention and demurrage charges during his keynote address to the Association of American Port Authorities’ (AAPA) Communications, Administration & Legal Issues Seminar. Commissioner Bentzel is scheduled to speak from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern) on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. The AAPA seminar runs from February 22-26, 2021. For additional information about the program, costs to attend, and how to register, please see:
https://my.aapa-ports.org/Public/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=21COMADMLG
Commissioner Dye Speaks on ABA Panel Exploring Value of Military Veterans in Private to Legal Profession
February 25, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will join a panel discussion hosted by the ABA TIPS Admiralty and Maritime Law Committee that focuses on the unique attributes veterans bring to the public and private legal sectors.
Commissioner Dye will speak about how her service in the Coast Guard broadened her legal horizons and the opportunities available to her as a young attorney. She will also discuss how her experiences as a military officer better prepared her for a career in public service.
March 2021
Commissioner Maffei Addresses Marine Transportation System Innovative Science and Technology Conference
March 15, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Dan Maffei will speak at the Sixth Biennial Marine Transportation System Innovative Science and Technology Conference: Advancing the Marine Transportation System through Automation and Autonomous Technologies: Trends, Applications and Challenges on Monday, March 15th.
From the Transportation Research Board of the U.S. Committee on the Marine Transportation System (CMTS):
Convened by Transportation Research Board, the Sixth Biennial Marine Transportation System Innovation Science and Technology Conference will be held on March 15 – 17, 2021 online. In partnership with the U.S. Committee on the Marine Transportation System (CMTS), the conference will showcase current and emerging innovative science and technologies related to maritime transportation. The theme will be “Advancing the Marine Transportation System through Automation and Autonomous Technologies: Trends, Applications, and Challenges.”
Participants from government, industry, and academia will examine the rapidly evolving applications of autonomous and automated technologies. Through engaged discussion and debate with noted thought leaders, directed panelists, and leading scientists and engineers, we will explore the direction, technical challenges, enabling technologies, and potential hurdles to successfully navigate the future of the marine transportation system.
Information about the meeting, including schedule, how to register, and costs, can be found at: https://trb.secure-platform.com/a/page/marinetransport
Commissioner Dye Addresses NITL Transportation Summit
March 17, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak on the topic of “Ocean Transportation: Trends, Predictions, and Opportunities” as part of the National Industrial Transportation League’s (NITL) 2021 Transportation Summit. Commissioner Dye’s remarks will take place from 12:45-1:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Mary 17, 2021. The event is not limited to NITL members, but there is a charge to attend. For more information on the Summit, other speakers, and how to register, see:
https://www.nitl.org/events/annual-conference/
Commissioner Bentzel Participating in Webinar on US Maritime Policy
March 18, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will participate as a panelist for a discussion hosted by the European Maritime Law Organisation on the topic of “U.S. Maritime Policy under The Biden Administration: Continuity or Change?”. The event will begin at 9:30 a.m. (Eastern) and is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. For more information about the event and registration details please see:
Commissioner Bentzel to Speak at 2021 NIT League Transportation Summit
March 18, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will speak to the National Industrial League’s (NITL) Ocean Transportation Committee Meeting, taking place as part of that organization’s Transportation Summit. He will speak at approximately 11:30 a.m. (Eastern). The event is not limited to NITL members, but there is a charge to attend. For more information on the Summit, other speakers, and how to register, see:
Commissioner Dye to Address FIATA
March 23, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak to the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Association (FIATA) a part of that organization’s “FIATA Week” programming. Attendance at this event is limited to FIATA members. For more information on FIATA, please see:
Commissioner Bentzel to Speak on Detention & Demurrage
March 30, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will speak on the topic of “Demurrage and Detention and Managing Port Operations” during an online session hosted by Shipping and Freight Resource. The event will begin at 2:00 p.m. The event is free of charge, but registration is required. Registration details can be found at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CeNuSmTiQrSmUZymkwgO3A
April 2021
Chairman Maffei Featured Guest on “The Road Dog” Radio Show
April 10, 2021 | SiriusXM Radio Channel 146
Chairman Daniel Maffei will be a featured guest on “The Road Dog” radio show where he will be interviewed by host Dan Ronan. Their conversation will first air on Saturday, April 10 from 1:00-1:30 p.m. (Eastern) and will be repeated on Sunday, April 11 from 12:00-12:30 p.m. A subscription to SiriusXM is required. For information on the show:
Chairman Khouri to Address Los Angeles & Long Beach Propeller Club
April 13, 2021 | Online
Chairman Michael Khouri will address the Propeller Club of the United States Port of Los Angeles & Long Beach. The event will take place from 2:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Eastern). The event is open to non-members of the Propeller Club, but there is a fee to attend. Information on the event, including instructions on how to register, can be found at:
Commissioner Dye to Address NAWE Annual General Meeting
April 13, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak at the National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE) Annual General Meeting. Her remarks will begin at 1:00 p.m. (Eastern) and attendance is limited to NAWE members. For more information on the event, please visit:
Commissioner Bentzel to Speak at Event Focusing on COVID & Vaccines
April 15, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will speak at CoolLogistics’ seminar examining “Containerisation’s Role in Global Vaccine Logistics”. In his remarks, Commissioner Bentzel will address the importance of vaccinating the maritime workforce and the impacts of COVID on ports and the supply chain. The event is open to the public and free of charge, but registration is required to attend. More information about the event, including other speakers and instructions to register, can be found at:
https://coollogisticsresources.com/conferences-and-events/containing_covid_seminar/
Commissioner Dye to Speak to Home Furnishings Association Working Group Meeting
April 21, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak at the Home Furnishings Association Government Affairs Team Meeting. Her remarks will begin at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern). There is no charge, but attendance is limited to members. For more information please see:
https://myhfa.org/category/policy-matters/
Commissioner Dye Speaking to ISRI Annual Convention
April 28, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak to attendees of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI) Annual Convention and Exposition. Her remarks will address the topic “Disruption at the Ports: Congestion to Container Shortages” and will take place from 2:45-3:30 p.m. (Eastern). The event is open to those who are registered to attend the ISRI Annual Convention and Exposition, which runs from April 20-22, 2021 and April 27-29, 2021. For more information on the event, including instructions on how to register and costs, please see:
May 2021
Commissioner Bentzel to Provide Regulatory Update to IANA
May 5, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will participate in a “Regulatory Partner Update” panel discussion being held as part of the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Business Meeting. The panel featuring Commissioner Bentzel is set to begin at approximately 11:30 a.m. (Eastern) on Wednesday, May 5th. The event is open to the public, but there is a cost to attend. For further information on the event, including a schedule, fees, and how to register, please visit:
Chairman Maffei to Adress NCBFAA Annual Conference
May 5, 2021 | Online
Chairman Daniel Maffei will address the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) Annual Conference. His remarks will begin at 2:30 p.m. (Eastern). For information on the event including cost and how to register, please see:
Commissioner Bentzel to Address ISRI Board of Directors
May 10, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will address the Board of Directors of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) at their upcoming meeting. Attendance is limited to ISRI members. For more information on the organization please see their website at:
Commissioner Bentzel to be Interviewed on Rural Radio Network
May 11, 2021 | SiriusXM Radio
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will be interviewed regarding port conditions in Southern California. The interview will take place at 10:30 a.m. (Eastern) and can be heard on the Rural Radio Network, Channel 147 on SiriusXM. For more information, please see:
Commissioner Dye Speaking to American Home Furnishings Alliance’s Board
May 12, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Rebecca F. Dye will speak at the American Home Furnishing Alliance’s (AHFA) Board of Directors Meeting where she will discuss supply chain issues and provide an update on activities regarding her Fact Finding 29 investigation. The meeting is closed to the public. For more information on the AHFA, please see their website at:
Commissioner Bentzel to Speak to CalChamber Export Councils
May 12, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will speak to the California Chamber of Commerce’s (CalChamber) Council for International Trade Export Councils. His remarks will address port and supply chain issues. For more information about CalChamber and the Council for International Trade, please see:
Chairman Maffei Interviewed During Port of Los Angeles Cargo Briefing
May 13, 2021 | Online
Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei will join Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka at a virtual news conference. Chairman Maffei and Mr. Seroka will discuss challenges facing the maritime industry. The Port will release its April cargo volume data. The event begins at 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) and can be viewed at:
https://portla.zoom.us/j/96911939310?pwd=c25PdXphc3Y0MXB4eHlXajB6dDZMdz09
Chairman Maffei to Address American Cotton Shippers Association Convention
May 21, 2021 | Online
Chairman Daniel Maffei will speak during the Executive Session of the American Cotton Shippers Association Convention (ACSA). Attendance at this portion of the convention is closed to the public and is limited to merchants and primary buyers/mill service agents of the ACSA. For more information on the event, please see:
Chairman Maffei to Address Foreign Trade Association
May 27, 2021 | Online
Chairman Daniel B. Maffei will address the Foreign Trade Association as part of that organization’s “2021 Maritime Trade & Compliance Seminar” programming. The event will take place 1:00-4:15 p.m. (Eastern) on Thursday, May 27, 2021 and is open to the public, though there is a fee to attend. Additional information about the seminar, its costs, and instructions on how to register, please visit:
https://foreigntradeassociation.com/upcomingevents
July 2021
Commissioner Dye to Address US Fashion Industry Association
July 13, 2021 | Virtual
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak to the United States Fashion Industry at its Virtual Washington Trade Symposium taking place on July 13 and 14, 2021. Commissioner Dye’s remarks are scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 13 beginning at 2:40 p.m. when she will address “Perspectives on Supply Chain Challenges from the Federal Maritime Commission”. There is a charge to attend. For form information on the event, please see:
https://www.usfashionindustry.com/events/virtual-trade-symposium
Commissioner Bentzel to Be Interviewed on “Supply Chain University”
July 15, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will be interviewed on “Supply Chain University”, a production of the Trade Policy and Negotiations practice of Steptoe & Johnson, a law firm. Commissioner Bentzel will discuss the Commission’s jurisdiction, activities of the FMC, and the recently issued Executive Order on competition. The recorded session will be available at:
https://www.steptoe.com/en/news-publications/supply-chain-university.html
Commissioner Bentzel to Speak to Distilled Spirits Council
July 27, 2021 | Online
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will address the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States to discuss the FMC’s role in addressing the various challenges facing importers and exporters, such as demurrage and detention practices, increased freight costs, container shortages, and port delays. This event is limited to DISCUS members.
August 2021
Commissioner Bentzel Addressing Meeting of Soy Producers & Exporters
August 25, 2021 | St. Louis, MO
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will provide the keynote speech at the 2021 U.S. Soy Global Trade Exchange and Specialty Grains Conference. The meeting is held jointly by the U.S. Soybean Export Council and the Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance and takes place August 24-26, 2021. Information including the schedule, instructions on how to register, and costs to attend can be found at:
September 2021
Commissioner Dye to Address DrayTech 2021
September 10, 2021 | Long Beach, CA
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will deliver remarks to the audience attending DrayTech 2021, an annual event hosted by the Harbor Trucking Association. The event is open to the public, but there is a fee to attend. For more information, please see:
Chairman Daniel B. Maffei to Attend LISW21
September 13, 2021 | London, UK
Chairman Daniel B. Maffei will attend London International Shipping Week, a biannual event convening public and private sector leaders for discussions on policy and operations issues related to international shipping. Additional information on LISW21 can be found at:
Chairman Maffei to Deliver Speech to NCBFAA
September 20, 2021 | Washington, DC
Chairman Daniel B. Maffei will address members of the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) at the 2021 NCBFAA Government Affairs Conference being held September 19-21, 2021 at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Chairman Maffei’s remarks will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 20th during the “FMC Update” portion of the program. Registration is required and there is a cost to attend. More information about the conference can be found at:
https://www.ncbfaa.org/events/2021-ncbfaa-government-affairs-conference/905/&menukey=events
Commissioner Bentzel to Keynote at the American Pyrotechnics Association Annual Convention
September 24, 2021 | San Antonio, TX
Commissioner Bentzel will speak to APA members on FMC enforcement efforts and the role of the agency in providing supply chain relief. More information on the event can be found at:
Chairman Maffei to Address TIA Conference
September 28, 2021 | Washington, DC
Chairman Daniel B. Maffei will address the address the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) at the organization’s 2021 TIA 3PL Policy Forum, which will be held September 28-29, 2021. The Chairman’s remarks will begin at 10:00 a.m. The event is limited to TIA members. For more information on the forum, including how to register and fees to attend, please see:
Commissioner Sola Speaking at Seatrade Conference
September 28, 2021 | Miami Beach, FL
Commissioner Louis Sola to participate in the 35th Seatrade Cruise Global conference by joining a panel discussion exploring and health and safety issues related to cruising. This portion of the conference is scheduled to take place from 1:00-1:45 p.m. (Eastern). For more information on the event, including schedule, costs, and registration, please see:
https://www.seatradecruiseglobal.com/en/conference/conference-overview.html
Chairman Maffei to Address Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) Event
September 28, 2021 | Washington, DC
Chairman Daniel Maffei will address the “2021 TIA 3PL Policy Forum” where he will provide an update on FMC activities and initiatives. Attendance at the Forum is limited to TIA members. For more information please see:
Commissioner Bentzel to speak to the 32nd annual Breakbulk Americas Conference
September 29, 2021 | Houston, TX
Commissioner Bentzel will speak to attendees of the Breakbulk Americas Conference on the state of shipping, FMC regulatory authority over the container trade, and the industry’s interest in expanding shipping capacity. Commissioner Bentzel will begin his remarks at 11:00 a.m. (Central)
More information can be found at
October 2021
Commissioner Bentzel Speaking at NYSHEX Symposium
October 13, 2021 | Washington, DC
Commissioner Carl Bentzel will participate on a panel at the New York Shipping Exchange (NYSHEX) Symposium entitled “Diagnosing the Problem in Container Shipping”. Participants will discuss the current state of the global container shipping market and some of the issues US importers and exporters are experiencing. Attendance is limited to NYSHEX members and invited guests.
Chairman Maffei to Address the New York Maritime Forum
October 14, 2021 | Virtual
Chairman Daniel Maffei will appear at the 13th Annual New York Maritime Forum where he will provide the Introductory Address to a panel discussing supply chain challenges. For more information on the conference, which is being held virtually from October 14-15, 2021, please see:
http://forums.capitallink.com/shipping/2021NYmaritime/index.html
Commissioner Sola Special Guest Speaker at FCCA Event
October 20, 2021 | Panama City, Panama
Commissioner Louis Sola will serve as special guest speaker addressing the Heads of Government Forum” at the 27th Annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCAA) Cruise Conference. The Commissioner is scheduled to begin his remarks at 9:00 a.m. For more information on the conference, please see:
Wine and Spirits Shippers Association (WSSA) Member Meeting
October 23, 2021 | Savannah, Georgia
Commissioner Bentzel will address the Wine and Spirits Shippers association at its WSSA Member Appreciation Weekend event that will be held October 22-24, 2021. For more information on the WSSA, please see: