FMC Investigating Possible Failure to Comply with chassis Provisioning Order
The Federal Maritime Commission is investigating if the Ocean Carrier Equipment Management Association and its members are complying with a decision issued earlier this year by the Commission.
FMC Seeks Public Comments on New Maersk & Hapag-Lloyd Cooperative Agreement
The Federal Maritime Commission opened a 12-day comment period allowing interested members of the public to respond to Maersk and Hapag Lloyd’s newly filed vessel sharing agreement, the Gemini Cooperation Agreement.
Commission Publishes Update of its Official Case Law Reporter
The Federal Maritime Commission has published an update to Decisions of the Federal Maritime Commission, Second Series (Volume 7).
FMC May Meeting Focused on Agency Outreach and Licensing Efforts
The Federal Maritime Commission used the open session of its May 2024 meeting to highlight how agency licensing and outreach programs improve supply chain resiliency, protect the public, and ensure proper compliance by shipping companies and marine terminal operators.
Industry Advisory: Requirements to Maintain Status as a VOCC
Common carriers publishing automated tariffs as vessel-operating common carriers must operate at least one vessel in common carriage in the foreign commerce of the United States to maintain their status.
FMC Unveils Redesigned Website
The Federal Maritime Commission has launched an updated version of its website that improves ease of navigation, information accessibility, and ways for the public to identify and request assistance from the agency.
National Shipper Advisory Committee May 2024 Meeting Video
The recording of the May 20, 2024 meeting of the National Shipper Advisory Committee has been posted to the Federal Maritime Commission YouTube channel.
Chairman Maffei Visits PNW for Meetings with Ag Exporters and Key Supply Chain Executives
Chairman Daniel Maffei traveled to Tacoma, Washington in May to hold meetings with a leading Member of the U.S. House of Representatives and senior executives from the port and transportation sectors, as well as to deliver keynote remarks at the Agricultural Transportation Coalition Annual Meeting.
Trade, Shipping, and FMC Topics of CTA’s “Conversation With a Commissioner” Event
The Consumer Technology Association welcomed Chairman Daniel B. Maffei to their Washington, DC Innovation House to discuss trade and supply chain issues that affect technology companies and their ability to serve U.S. markets.
Chairman Maffei Meets with Forwarders and Port Officials in Florida
Chairman Daniel Maffei met with key maritime industry stakeholders in April, delivering the keynote address to members of the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Inc. at its 51st Annual Conference and separately meeting with the leadership of Port Everglades.
Commissioner Sola Honored by Miami-Dade County
Commissioner Louis E. Sola was honored by Miami-Dade County Board of Commissioners in recognition of his lifelong commitment to public service, his strong leadership in promoting policies benefitting a vibrant maritime economy, and his commitment to working closely with stakeholders in the Florida maritime industry.
Commissioner Sola Discusses Alternative Marine Fuels During Panama Conference
Commissioner Louis E. Sola delivered a speech at Maritime Week Americas addressing “Alternative Marine Fuels: Regulation, Cooperation, and Funding”.
Commissioner Bentzel participated in two important events held in May 2024 the Pacific Northwest, one hosted by the Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) and the other by Expeditors.
Commissioner Bentzel was a panelist discussed the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative
Statement of Commissioner Max Vekich on the Reopening of the Baltimore Harbor Channel
Commissioner Vekich released a statement commending the Francis Scott Key Bridge Response Unified Command team and all those involved in the tireless efforts to fully reopen the Fort McHenry Federal Channel in the Port of Baltimore.
Decisions, Orders & Enforcement
Order Initiating a Non-Adjudicatory Investigation – In the Matter of Inquiry Regarding Compliance With the Cease and Desist Order in Docket 20-14 (Special Investigation 24-02)
Determination to Review – M.E. Dey & Co., Inc. v. Hapag-Lloyd AG and Hapag-Lloyd (America) LLC v. CSX Transportation (Docket No. 22-35)
Notice Not to Review – Tanu Impex LLC v. Maersk A.S.; Sealand Maersk; and Twill (Docket No. 2004(I))
Order Approving Settlement and Dismissing Proceeding (May 9, 2024)
Notice Not to Review – Rahal International, Inc. v. Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd. and Yusen Terminals (Docket No. 1998(I))
Order Approving Settlement and Dismissing Proceeding (May 2, 2024)
Notice Not to Review – L&A Shipping, Inc. Revocation of Ocean Transportation Intermediary License No. 026495 (Docket No. 24-02)
Competition & Agreements
SM Line/Sealead Shipping Slot Exchange Agreement for Empty Containers (No. 201430)
CMA CGM/ONE Brazex Service Space Charter Agreement (No. 201431)
OTI Licensing Activity
Applications 52
Revocations & Surrenders 22
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