The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has announced its plan to host a comprehensive research symposium. This significant event will delve into the critical and often contentious issues surroundi
by U.S. Maritime Regulator Proposes Fees and Import Restrictions for Spain
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has unveiled significant proposals targeting Spain. These measures include a substantial fee for Spanish-flagged vessels. They also propose restrictions on certai
by US Maritime Agency Proposes Measures Against Spain Over Port Access
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has unveiled proposals for new port fees targeting Spanish ships and broader import restrictions. These actions directly respond to an investigation concluded in
by FMC Questions Cosco on Delayed Payments, Warns of Daily Fines
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is currently scrutinizing ocean carrier Cosco regarding its delayed payment of reparations. This inquiry involves an Oregon-based agricultural shipper awaiting th
by FMC Probes Cosco Over Reparations Dispute
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is currently questioning the ocean carrier Cosco. This inquiry concerns Cosco’s alleged failure to pay reparations. An agricultural shipper based in Oregon expect
by Samsung Files $186 Million FMC Complaint Against CMA CGM
Electronics giant Samsung has initiated a new complaint with the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). The company named ocean carrier CMA CGM as the defendant in this recent filing. Samsung seeks a
by FMC Chair Advocates Proactive Strategy for Ocean Shippers
Laura DiBella, chair of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), recently outlined the agency’s strategic approach to bolstering support for ocean shippers. She indicated the FMC plans to assist them in
by Samsung Challenges Wan Hai Over $1 Million in Shipping Charges
Samsung, the South Korean electronics conglomerate, has filed a formal complaint against shipping line Wan Hai with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). The company asserts it should not be held res
by US Regulator Fines Maersk, Orders Detention Bill Refunds
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), the primary US maritime regulator, has levied a civil penalty against ocean carrier Maersk. This action addresses the shipping giant’s past practices concerning
by U.S. Maritime Chief Issues Warning on IMO Emissions Plan
FMC Chairman DiBella voiced strong opposition to stringent “net-zero” emissions targets at a recent International Maritime Organization (IMO) meeting in London. He indicated the U.S. Federal Maritime