
Competition and Integrity For America’s Ocean Supply Chain
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is the independent federal agency responsible for regulating the U.S. international ocean transportation system.
News
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FMC February 2025 Activity Report
Statements & Releases Premier Alliance Taking Effect The Premier Alliance Agreement (No. 201435) took effect on…
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Alert — FMC Warns Public About Fraudulent E-Mail Solicitations
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is aware that government contractors are receiving fraudulent solicitations from…
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FMC Launching Examination of Global Maritime Chokepoints
The Federal Maritime Commission is gathering information about seven international maritime chokepoints to identify any…
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FMC Issues Request for Additional Information Regarding NYSHEX Agreement Amendment
The Federal Maritime Commission is issuing a Request for Additional information (RFAI) to better understand…
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FMC Statutes, Regulations, and Law Reporter
Statutes and Regulations
View the principal statutes and regulations administered by the Commission
FMC Law Reporter
View the Commission’s most significant decisions and orders in adjudicative cases
Fact Findings
Fact Finding 28
Investigation into current conditions and practices of VOCCs and MTOs, and U.S. demurrage, detention, and per diem charges
Fact Finding 29
Investigation into practices and regulations that have a negative impact on congestion of ports and other points in the Nation’s supply chain
Fact Finding 30
Investigation into COVID-19 impact on cruise industry
Who We Are
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is the independent federal agency responsible for regulating the U.S. international ocean transportation system for the benefit of U.S. exporters, importers, and the U.S. consumer.
Our mission is to ensure a competitive and reliable international ocean transportation supply system that supports the U.S economy and protects the public from unfair and deceptive practices.


What We Do
- Enforce laws and regulations related to ocean shipping and transportation
- Ensure compliance with the Shipping Act statute and regulations through reviews of business records and practices of Ocean Transportation Intermediaries (OTIs) and other entities.
- Monitor filed service contracts, agreements, and market conditions to promote competition and prevent anticompetitive behavior
- Issue licensure to industry professionals that demonstrate compliance with regulatory standards
- Assist in filing and reviewing tariffs for compliance with regulations and to ensure transparency and fairness in pricing
Upcoming Commissioner Appearances
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Commissioner Maffei Speaking to Project Cargo Exporters Group
April 2, 2025 | Washington, D.C. Commissioner Daniel Maffei will provide remarks to the U.S. Exporters Competitive Maritime Council (USECMC) at its upcoming meeting…
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Commissioner Dye Speaking to Meat Import Council of America
April 8, 2025 | Washington, DC Commissioner Rebecca Dye will speak at the Meat Import Council of America (MICA) Mid-Year Board of Directors Meeting. …
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Chairman Sola Speaking at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025
April 9, 2025 | Miami, FL Chairman Louis Sola will participate on a panel at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 that explores the topic of…
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Commissioner Maffei Giving Remarks at NYSHEX Forum
April 30, 2025 | New York, NY Commissioner Daniel Maffei will speak at the NYSHEX Member Forum and Index Day 2025 being held at…
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