Recent News
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FMC Monitoring and Review of Surcharges and Fees
The Federal Maritime Commission is monitoring the supply chain closely at all major terminals along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts. The FMC continues to review surcharges and fees announced, implemented, or suspended in connection… Read more
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Commission Meeting Scheduled for October 22, 2024
SUNSHINE ACT MEETING TIME AND DATE: October 22, 2024; 1:00 p.m. PLACE: The meeting will be held at the Surface Transportation Board at the address below and also streamed live on the Federal Maritime Commission’s… Read more
Categories: Commission Meeting Agenda
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Prohibition on Retaliation Against Shippers, Ocean Transportation Intermediaries, and Motor Carriers
The Federal Maritime Commission takes seriously and investigates thoroughly allegations of common carrier or marine terminal operator (MTO) retaliation against shippers or their agents, ocean transportation intermediaries, and motor carriers. On December 28, 2021, the… Read more
Commissioner Postings
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Statement of Carl W. Bentzel before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Chair Cantwell, Ranking Member Cruz and members of the Committee, good morning and thank you for the opportunity to appear here before you today as a nominee to be Commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission… Read more
Categories: Carl W. Bentzel
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Chairman Maffei & Commissioner Sola Assess Panama Canal Operations
Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel B. Maffei and Commissioner Louis E. Sola travelled to Panama in July to assess how the conditions at the Panama Canal are affecting U.S. shippers. Chairman Maffei, Commissioner Sola, along… Read more
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
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Chairman Maffei Delivers Remarks at American Cotton Shippers Association Annual Convention in Scottsdale, Arizona
Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel B. Maffei addressed members of the American Cotton Shippers Association (ACSA) attending the ACSA Convention 2024 where he emphasized how the Commission’s work benefits U.S. exporters. Chairman Maffei reported on… Read more
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
Commissioner Appearances
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Chairman Maffei Speaking at National Maritime Strategy Workshop
October 15, 2024 | Washington, D.C. Chairman Daniel B. Maffei will addresses attendees of the “National Maritime Strategy Workshop: Part III” where he will provide opening and framing remarks. The event is closed to the… Read More
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
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Commissioner Sola Speaking at LNG Event in Panama
October 18, 2024 | Panama City, Panama | Commissioner Louis Sola will deliver remarks at the 4th International GNL Global Forum, an event focused on liquified natural gas projects and bunkering in Latin America and… Read More
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Commissioner Bentzel Speaking at Houston International Maritime Conference
Houston, Texas | November 7, 2024 Commissioner Carl Bentzel will participate in a Waterside Chat as part of the Houston International Maritime Conference 2024 program. Schedule and registration information are available on the event website. Read More
Categories: Carl W. Bentzel
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Chairman Maffei Joining Panel at University of Tennessee Supply Chain Event
November 13, 2024 | Knoxville, TN Chairman Daniel Maffei will address attendees of the University of Tennessee Global Supply Chain Institute’s Supply Chain Forum by participating on the “Maritime Challenges and Opportunities: Navigating the Sea… Read More
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
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