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
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
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
Update: Appeals court upholds FMC rules on carrier refusal-to-deal, export policies
A federal appeals court has affirmed regulations issued by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). These rules address critical ocean carrier practices. Specifically, they concern refusal-to-deal polic
FMC Decision Signals Major Shift in US Shipping Influence
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) recently rejected a waiver request from shipping carriers, mandating adherence to a 30-day notice period for any new war-related surcharges. This decision by the
FMC Increases Sanction on MSC for Container Fee Practices
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has significantly increased a penalty against shipping carrier MSC. This action follows the commission’s review of an administrative law judge’s earlier ruling. T




