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Statement of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel Summarizing His Participation in the VMA24 Program and Visits with ZIM and ONE Leadership
Earlier this month, I participated in the Virginia Maritime Association’s International Trade Symposium (VMA24). It was a great conference, and illustrative of the close partnership between the maritime sector and other transportation industries in the…
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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…
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Statement of Commissioners Carl W. Bentzel and Max M. Vekich on the Gemini Cooperation Agreement
The Gemini Cooperation Agreement went into effect on September 9, 2024, by operation of law. The Gemini Agreement is a vessel sharing agreement between two of the largest ocean carriers, Maersk and Hapag Lloyd. During…
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Statement of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel on the The Refusal to Deal Final Rule
The Federal Maritime Commission’s final rule concerning “Definition of Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with Respect to Vessel Space Accommodations” is an important step in providing clarity and a brighter line on common carriage…
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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.
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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. …
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Commissioner Bentzel Speaking at VMA 24
October 9, 2024 | Norfolk, VA Commissioner Carl Bentzel will address attendees of the Virginia Maritime Association’s VMA 24 International Trade Symposium during an after Fireside Chat. The full agenda of VMA 24 and information…
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Statement of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel on the Northwest Seaport Alliance Peak Planning Session participation and Expeditors Keynote speech
Last month, I participated in two important events in the Pacific Northwest, one hosted by the Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) and the other by Expeditors. I am grateful to the Northwest Seaport Alliance for inviting…
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Statement of Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel on his participation in the Crossroads of the World International Summit
Last month, I participated in the inaugural Crossroads of the World – International Trade Summit, held in Salt Lake City, Utah. I would like to thank the Utah Chamber of Commerce for inviting me to…
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Commissioner Bentzel Speaking at NCBFAA Conference
September 23, 2024 | Washington, DC Commissioner Carl Bentzel will address attendees of the National Custom Brokers and Forwarders Association of America’s (NCBFAA) annual NCBFAA Government Affairs Conference. The event is open to members and…
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