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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FMC Chairman Discusses Trade & Supply Chain Issues
Chairman Daniel Maffei told members of the Gemini Shippers Association that the Federal Maritime Commission seeks to provide certainty for shippers who are wrestling with supply chain challenges caused by developments in the operational, commercial,… Read more
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
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Chairman Maffei Travels to Southern California for the IANA Intermodal Expo 2024, Meetings with Industry Organizations, and Visits to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel B. Maffei traveled to Southern California last month to speak at the Intermodal Association of North America’s (IANA) Intermodal EXPO, meet with representatives of the Harbor Truckers Association (HTA) and… Read more
Categories: Daniel B. Maffei
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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
Commissioner Appearances
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Commissioner Bentzel Providing Update on FMC Activities
October 23, 2024 | Virtual Commissioner Carl Bentzel will participate in a webinar entitled “Port & FMC Updates on Demurrage, Detention, and Beyond” being held for members of the American Association of Exporters & Importers. … Read More
Categories: Carl W. Bentzel
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Commissioner Bentzel Speaking at Houston International Maritime Conference
November 7, 2024 | Houston, Texas 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