📦Foreign Trade Regulations Update
On August 14, 2025, the Census Bureau published a final rule in the Federal Register entitled, "Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR): Clarification of Filing Requirements Regarding In-Transit Shipments and Other FTR Provisions". This document referenced incorrect amendatory language in the List of Subjects in 15 CFR part 30 section.
Learn More⚓Public Meeting Notice for IMO CCC 11 and Business Implications
The Department of State is conducting a public meeting to prepare for the eleventh session of the International Maritime Organization's Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers. Key agenda items include developing regulations for alternative fuels, amendments to existing codes, and enhancing safety procedures for cargo handling at sea. Members of the public can participate in-person or via teleconference.
Learn More⚓Federal Maritime Commission Complaint Against DB Schenker USA, Inc.
A complaint has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission by IWG International Wood Group of SC and Honest Trading International LLC against DB Schenker USA, Inc., alleging mishandling of shipments and violations of shipping regulations. The case underscores issues in international ocean transport compliance and logistics.
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.
Learn More⚓Federal Maritime Commission's Investigation into Flagging Practices
The Federal Maritime Commission (Commission) is initiating a nonadjudicatory investigation into whether the vessel flagging laws, regulations, or practices of foreign countries, including so-called flags of convenience, or competitive methods employed by the owners, operators, agents, or masters of foreign-flagged vessels, are creating unfavorable shipping conditions in the foreign trade of the United States. The Commission invites the public to submit comments for its consideration.
Learn More🚢National Shipper Advisory Committee Meeting - June 2025
Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC or Committee), pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The Committee advises the Federal Maritime Commission (Commission). The meeting will be held for the purpose of soliciting and discussing information, insight, and expertise pertaining to conditions in the ocean freight delivery system relevant to the Commission.
Learn More📦USPS Notice on Priority Mail & Ground Advantage Service Agreement
The Postal Service gives notice of filing a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a domestic shipping services contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements in the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List.
Learn More⚓Complaint Filed Against Shipping Companies in North Carolina
A complaint has been initiated with the Federal Maritime Commission by Francis Sheka Kanu against multiple respondents including Ejike International Trade Limited and Maersk. The complaint alleges violations related to shipment deliveries, invoking specific federal statutes and requiring timely responses for resolution.
Learn More⚰️New USPS Packaging Requirements for Cremated Remains
The Postal Service is amending Publication 52, Hazardous, Restricted, and Perishable Mail (Pub 52) by requiring mailers to solely use the Cremated Remains shipping supplies provided by the Postal Service when mailing human or animal cremated remains, also referred to as cremains or ashes, domestically or internationally.
Learn More📮USPS Notice for Priority Mail and Ground Advantage Contract Submission
The Postal Service gives notice of filing a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a domestic shipping services contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements in the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List.
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