⚓Maritime Complaint Filed Against Priva Logistics Inc.
The Federal Maritime Commission has received a complaint from American Iron & Metal Company Inc. against Priva Logistics Inc. concerning alleged violations of the Shipping Act related to the release of sea waybills. The case will be handled by the Office of Administrative Law Judges, with deadlines for responses and decisions set in the following years.
Learn More⚓Complaint Filed by Dollar General Against Yang Ming Marine Transport
Dollar General Logistics, LLC filed a complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission against Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp. for alleged violations of service contracts, claiming systematic failures in meeting service commitments. The case is under review, with initial decisions expected in 2026 and final resolutions by 2027.
Learn More📦Phillip Marciano LLC Files Complaint Against US Cargo Services Inc.
The Federal Maritime Commission has received a complaint from Phillip Marciano LLC against US Cargo Services Inc. alleging violations related to shipping container delivery and improper charge demands. The complaint raises important regulatory considerations for common carriers under the Shipping Act of 1984 and indicates that a formal review process is underway.
Learn More📦Federal Maritime Commission's Information Collection Renewal Notice
The Federal Maritime Commission (Commission) is giving public notice that the agency has submitted the continuing information collections listed below in this notice to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of revisions of existing information collections related to marine terminal operator schedules, service contracts, non-vessel-operating common carrier (NVOCC) service arrangements and negotiated rate agreements. The public is invited to comment on these information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Learn More🛳️Federal Maritime Commission Notice on Shipping Agreements Filed
The Federal Maritime Commission has issued a notice regarding the filing of an agreement under the Shipping Act of 1984. The amendment to the APL/MLL MECL-EX1 Slot Exchange Agreement affects certain locations and invites public comments. Stakeholders must respond promptly for their input to be considered, with specific deadlines for expedited reviews.
Learn More📄Federal Maritime Commission Notice on Information Collection Activities
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) published in the Federal Register on June 16, 2025, a notice that the FMC had submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance, a proposal for a three-year extension of a collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This document makes a correction to that notice. The notice incorrectly stated that no changes were being made to the collection.
Learn More🚢Notice of New Shipping Agreement Filed by Federal Maritime Commission
The Federal Maritime Commission announces the filing of the ZIM/ONE ZGT Space Charter Agreement, authorizing ZIM to charter shipping space to Ocean Network Express for trades between U.S. ports and various South American and Caribbean ports. Interested parties are invited to comment on the agreement to inform the commission's review process.
Learn More📜Executive Order 14294
The Federal Maritime Commission has issued a notice regarding Executive Order 14294, which aims to combat overcriminalization in federal regulations. The order mandates agencies to publish guidance on criminally liable regulatory offenses by June 2025. The notice clarifies that the Commission's regulations do not include criminal penalties for violations.
Learn More🚢Federal Maritime Commission Complaint Filed Against Top Shipping Systems
The Federal Maritime Commission has received a complaint from FormuKleen, Inc. against Top Shipping Systems, Corp., alleging violations of the Shipping Act and regulatory statutes concerning container management and related charges. The complaint is currently under the jurisdiction of the Office of Administrative Law Judges, with decisions expected by the end of 2026.
Learn More⚓Complaint Notice Against Ocean Network Express by QVC and Cornerstone
QVC, Inc. and Cornerstone Brands, Inc. have filed a complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission against Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd. The complaint alleges multiple violations of shipping regulations, including failure to meet service commitments and improper surcharge practices. The case is assigned for review, with decisions expected in June and December 2026.
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