Recent 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 of the federal government’s shutdown due to a lapse in appropriations. The Commission will resume normal operations when appropriations legislation… Read more
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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 of the Federal Maritime Commission. Chairman DiBella was sworn in as a Commissioner on January 6, 2026. She was nominated… Read more
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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 with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC or Commission). The Commission’s decision assessed a civil penalty of $22.67 million for three… Read more
Commissioner Postings
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Statement of Commissioners Max Vekich and Laura DiBella on Closing the Harbor Maintenance Tax Land-Border Loophole
We commend the Administration for taking steps to close the land border loophole which poses a threat to the U.S. economy and maritime interests. Section 6 of the President’s April 2025 Executive Order on Restoring… Read more
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Commissioner Maffei Visits Mobile, Alabama to Assess Maritime Priorities and Industry Innovation
Commissioner Maffei traveled to Mobile, Alabama, to learn the impact on maritime priorities and initiatives that have been prioritized by President Trump in his Executive Order Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance. On Tuesday, September 16, 2025,… Read more
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
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Commissioner Maffei Presents at the Maritime Law Association’s Fall 2025 General Meeting
On October 17, 2025, Commissioner Maffei was a panelist at the Maritime Law Association’s Fall 2025 General Meeting at the InterContinental Wharf. The panel presentation was titled “Multimodal in the Modern Era: Shipping Act Developments… Read more
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
Commissioner Appearances
No Upcoming Speaking Engagements at this time.
Industry Advisories
- All FMC Statutes & Regulations Remain in Full Effect Following Bridge Collapse
- Requiring No Cost Access to Tariff Publication Systems
- Names of Non-Compliant NVOCCs Posted to FMC Website
- Requirements for Doing Business with NVOCCs and OFFs
- Requirement to File Timely and Accurate Service Contracts
- Requirement to Maintain Accurate Information on FMC Form FMC-1