FMC seeks comment on changes

The Federal Maritime Commission voted July 20 to seek public comments on two proposed rules aimed at clarifying and streamlining regulations as well as leveraging technology to relieve regulatory burdens and increase efficiency. Commissioners also provided briefings related to recent developments in international shipping and efforts to address supply chain congestion. The two proposals seeking public comment include: Revision of rules applicable to ocean common carrier and marine terminal operator agreements; and on service contracts and non-vessel-operating common carrier (NVOCC) service arrangements. Once published in the Federal Register and on FMC’s website, the public will have 60 days to submit comments in Docket No. 16-04, and 30 days to submit comments in Docket No. 16-05. (Source: Federal Maritime Commission 07/21/16)