Statements & Releases

FMC Seeks Public Comments on Premier Alliance Agreement

The Federal Maritime Commission opened a 15-day comment period for members of the public to comment in response to a newly filed vessel sharing agreement between Ocean Network Express, Hyundai Merchant Marine, and Yang Ming Marine Transportation.

Notice & Request for Comment—The Federal Maritime Commission gave public notice it to the Office of Management and Budget for approval extensions, without change, of existing information collections related to marine terminal operator schedules, service contracts, non-vessel-operating common carrier service arrangements and negotiated rate agreements. The public is invited to comment on these information collections up to January 21, 2025.

Request for Additional Information—Pacific Ports Operational Improvements Agreement

Meeting Notice—National Shipper Advisory Committee

Commissioner Sola Visits Port Canaveral

Commissioner Louis E. Sola travelled to Central Florida to understand more about Port Canaveral and how the facility serves not just passenger and cargo vessels, but the role it is playing in supporting America’s commercial space sector.

Statement of Commissioner Louis Sola on Veterans Day 2024

Commissioner Louis E. Sola issued a statement paying tribute to American veterans.

Commissioner Sola’s Speech Discusses the FMC, “America First” Initiatives, Trade with Latin America, and U.S. Exports

Commissioner Louis E. Sola delivered a speech at the Global Commerce Exchange in late October where he addressed the Federal Maritime Commission’s regulatory responsibilities, the importance of Latin America trade to the United States, and the vital role maritime plays in exporting U.S. products to overseas markets.

Statement of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel Urging Policies to Help Puerto Rico Become an Offshoring and Distribution Hub

Commissioner Bentzel highlighted the potential of Puerto Rico becoming a hub for nearshoring activity.

Correspondence of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel to President Joseph R. Biden Regarding Policies to Help Puerto Rico Become an Offshoring and Distribution Hub

Correspondence of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel to President-elect Donald J. Trump Regarding Policies to Help Puerto Rico Become an Offshoring and Distribution Hub

Correspondence of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel to Governor-elect Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon Regarding Policies to Help Puerto Rico Become an Offshoring and Distribution Hub

October 2024 Activity Report

Decisions, Orders & Enforcement

Notice Not to Review—ICL USA, Inc. v. Dependable Highway Express, Inc. and Mediterranean Shipping Company, (USA) Inc., on Behalf of Mediterranean Shipping Company, S.A. (Docket No. 24-04)

Order Denying Respondent’s Petition for Attorney Fees (Issued October 3, 2024)

Notice Not to Review—Webtrans Logistics, Inc. v. Hapag-Lloyd (America) LLC (Docket No. 2013(F))

Initial Decision Granting Dismissal (Issued October 8, 2024)

Notice Not to Review—JT Strategic LLC v. Sealink International Inc. (Docket No. 2009(I))

Initial Decision (Issued October 22, 2024)

Notice Not to Review—Sameh Elawamry v. CMA CGM (America) LLC (Docket No. 2007(I))

Initial Decision (Issued October 7, 2024)

Competition & Agreements

World Shipping Council Agreement (No. 201349-004)

ONE/HMM WIN Slot Charter Agreement (No. 201414-001)

MSC/ZIM Cooperative Working Agreement (No. 201436)

OTI Licensing Activity

Applications 45

Revocations & Surrenders 24

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