By Land and By Sea

Ports, Policy, and the Future of U.S. Maritime Infrastructure with Matt Leech, Ports America's CEO

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Port terminals are the one place where global ocean trade physically becomes the U.S. economy and that handoff is far more fragile, expensive, and policy-driven than most people realize. I’m joined by Matt Leech, President and CEO of Ports America, to talk through what actually happens from hook to gate and why terminals sit at the center of maritime strength, infrastructure investment, and supply chain resilience.

We start with Matt’s path through Sea-Land and the early system-building era of containerization, then follow the industry’s consolidation through CSX World Terminals and the rise of DP World. Along the way, we get specific about the capital intensity of terminal development and the operational strain created by vessel upsizing, from crane requirements to yard design to inland throughput. Matt also offers a clear reframing of the COVID congestion story: ships kept moving, but the landside ecosystem could not absorb the surge.

From there, we dig into what Ports America does as both a terminal operator and a stevedore, how U.S. port governance varies from landlord ports to operating ports, and why “looking out of the gate” matters as much as marine-side productivity. We also cover intermodal rail strategy, including Baltimore’s new double-stack capability, plus the bigger policy questions tied to the Maritime Action Plan, the Maritime Security Trust Fund, tonnage tax design, and the real cost drivers behind U.S. flag shipping.

If you care about global shipping, port operations, maritime policy, or the future of the U.S. supply chain, this conversation connects the history to the hard decisions ahead. Subscribe, share this with a colleague, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.

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Meet the Federal Maritime Commission’s New Chair Laura DiBella and hear how a business-minded Chair plans to protect shippers and consumers.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500

A leadership shift at the Federal Maritime Commission can change how every container moves and how every consumer pays. We sit down with Chair Laura DeBella for a candid, fast-paced tour of her path from real estate and rural economic development to port director, harbor pilot advocate during the cruise shutdown, Florida’s Secretary of Commerce, and now head of the nation’s ocean shipping competition authority.

Laura shares how a people-first, business-informed mindset shapes her approach to fair and reliable ocean transportation. We dig into what small ports can do that mega-terminals can’t, why Marine Highway services still matter, and how pilots kept ships moving when cruise revenues vanished. She breaks down the unglamorous but vital side of leadership—supporting staff, running an agency, and keeping investigations and rulemakings sharp—while outlining a global posture that recognizes geopolitics, chokepoints, and alliance behavior ripple straight into U.S. shipper costs and delivery times.

We also explore how the FMC’s existing authorities—agreements oversight, service contract monitoring, detention and demurrage enforcement, and tools like the Foreign Shipping Practices Act—can protect shippers without waiting for new laws. Expect clear talk on chassis, congestion in the heartland after winter storms, cruise market dynamics, and the simple truth that maritime is not a niche: it is the backbone of trade. If you care about competition, transparency, and getting goods where they need to go at a fair price, this conversation delivers context you can use.

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We Read 41 Pages Quickly So You Can Start Here - Immediate Impressions of the Maritime Action Plan

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500

A 41-page Maritime Action Plan just reframed the future of U.S. shipping, and we dove in the moment it dropped. Lauren welcomes shipbuilding specialist Caitlin Hardy to unpack what’s real, what’s next, and where the biggest leverage points are—from yard financing and mariner pipelines to cargo policy, OEM localization, and Arctic ambitions.

We start with the four pillars and why incentives may finally align shipyards, operators, and suppliers. Expect a frank look at capital: expanding grants and financing beyond “small yard” scale, a proposed maritime incentives coalition to unify state and federal tools, and prosperity zones that pull investment inland. We debate the universal one‑cent fee on foreign‑built vessels calling U.S. ports—how it could seed a Maritime Security Trust Fund without spiking prices—and the “bridge strategy” with allies like Korea and Japan to build early hulls abroad while standing up U.S. capacity at home.

People remain the constraint, so we get specific on workforce reforms: faster, digital credentialing; high‑fidelity simulators that count toward seatime; Military‑to‑Mariner upgrades that honor Navy and Coast Guard experience; and tax relief for income earned on U.S.‑flag ships in international trade. We tackle procurement friction head‑on—multi‑hull orders, vessel construction managers, and repeatable commercial designs—and the sensitive balance between accelerating standardization and protecting intellectual property. Then we zoom into the industrial base: cutting sole‑source dependencies for shafts, propellers, steels, and electronics, and creating durable demand signals so OEMs onshore for good.

Finally, we head north. The plan’s Arctic chapter is far more muscular than expected, spotlighting Alaska infrastructure, ice‑capable tonnage, fisheries, and maritime domain awareness, plus tightly scoped seabed resource partnerships with allies. Threaded through is a strategic commercial fleet concept to ensure U.S.‑controlled cargo capacity that can surge in crisis, reinforcing programs like MSP and TSP. Whether you’re in ports, policy, shipyards, or on the bridge, this breakdown gives you the context to act, not just react.

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Your Couch Helped Break The Supply Chain, Remember?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Rates may be easing, but the real story is reliability. We open with a change at the Port of New York and New Jersey, where a long-running absenteeism problem finally meets stricter rules—small news on the surface, big implications for crane productivity, truck turns, and vessel planning. Predictable people make predictable ports, and that consistency is the backbone of schedule integrity shippers depend on.

From there, we widen the lens to India’s plan for a state-backed container carrier and what that triggers in U.S. oversight. The Federal Maritime Commission’s controlled carrier rules exist to keep state-supported pricing aligned with commercial reality, protecting fair competition while allowing new capacity to enter the market. We explain how those guardrails work, why rate-change notice periods matter, and what shippers should expect if India’s line touches U.S. trades.

We also track the capacity story: Gemini’s tighter network is lifting reliability while newbuilds arrive and services start threading the Suez again. Shorter voyages free vessel days and effectively add space—classic conditions for rate pressure. That’s good for budgets, but we caution against celebrating unsustainably low prices. Carriers face higher operating costs than a decade ago, and history shows that fragile balance sheets lead to fragile schedules. Reliability beats cheap when your inventory strategy is on the line.

Finally, we break down Panama’s Supreme Court decision voiding long-standing port concessions, the geopolitical backlash, and APM Terminals stepping in to stabilize operations. Against the backdrop of the FMC’s Maritime Chokepoints Investigation, we connect how canal policies, flags of convenience, and corrective authorities can shape access and costs for U.S.-bound cargo. The throughline is simple: labor, law, and lanes are converging to reset the risk map for global ocean shipping.

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FMC Leadership Heats Up A Frozen Week

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Leadership, enforcement, investment, data, and training all hit the throttle this week—and the supply chain is going to feel it. We kick off with Commissioner Dabella’s rapid move to FMC chair and why that shift matters: the chair sets priorities, drives enforcement tempo, and shapes the agency’s posture on competition and fairness. Pair that with an expanded ALJ bench and shippers, truckers, and carriers can expect faster case movement and clearer guidance that reduces uncertainty in contracts and operations.

We then unpack the FMC’s targeted investigation into chassis choice. After a landmark ruling against exclusive chassis designations in key markets, the commission is probing whether similar restrictions have crept into private service contracts. If you operate in LA–Long Beach, Savannah, Chicago, or Memphis—or if you’re a BCO, trucker, or chassis provider affected by split moves and availability—this is your moment to weigh in with specifics before the March 27 deadline. Real-world detail will shape real-world rules.

Data takes center stage as DOT’s FLOW initiative names a new executive board spanning ports, ocean carriers, retailers, and logistics pros. FLOW’s edge is early signal detection: anonymized purchase order visibility that helps stakeholders spot congestion and rebalance capacity before the pain shows up at the gate. On the infrastructure front, CMA CGM and Stonepeak launch United Ports LLC, a $2.4B joint venture that injects capital into ten terminals, including LA’s Phoenix Marine Services and Port Liberty terminals in New York and New Jersey—translating boardroom commitments into yard upgrades, better rail, and more predictable turns.

We also celebrate grit and readiness. The Coast Guard cutter Polar Star marked 50 years by breaking ice to free a luxury ship near Antarctica, underscoring the urgent need to recapitalize America’s icebreaking capability. Mariners get a long-overdue win with the NMC’s ASAP portal, bringing digital submissions and status tracking to credentialing. And talent takes a leap forward as Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s NEXIES program builds a training pipeline with Finland’s leaders in modular shipbuilding and robotics—knowledge that will flow straight into U.S. yards.

To cap it off, Michigan reveals a thoughtful, actionable maritime strategy that treats the Great Lakes as a modern marine highway. Intermodal investments, clean-energy ferries, workforce growth, innovation zones, and a smart balance with recreation form a roadmap other states can adapt. If momentum had a sound, it’s this week’s episode. If it had a purpose, it’s making the system fairer, faster, and future-proof. Enjoyed the breakdown? Subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a review to help more maritime pros find the show.

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Closing The Harbor Tax Loophole And A Milestone Transit

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Cargo shouldn’t pick ports based on loopholes. We unpack why a long-ignored gap in the harbor maintenance fee has pushed high-value containers toward Canada and Mexico, and how a renewed push from the Federal Maritime Commission is putting Section 6 of last year’s executive order back on the table. You’ll hear a clear breakdown of what the proposal aims to do—require foreign-origin cargo that first hits North America by vessel to pay applicable duties and fees even when it crosses the U.S. border by land, plus a 10% service fee—and why that could realign incentives back to U.S. gateways.

We also celebrate a milestone that puts maritime education front and center. The Patriot State, a new National Security Multi-Mission Vessel, is making its first Panama Canal transit, giving cadets a rare, hands-on training experience while showcasing the promise of the vessel construction management model. By leveraging commercial best practices and a single construction manager, the NSMV program is delivering ships faster and closer to budget, with each sister ship improving on the last. That matters for readiness, disaster response capability, and the pipeline of skilled mariners who keep the supply chain moving.

Rounding it out, we break down a fresh court ruling upholding the Jones Act against a port preference challenge. The decision underscores that cabotage rules apply uniformly and support national security, workforce preservation, and commercial resilience. Taken together, these moves signal a shift from policy talk to action: leadership is in place, stakeholder engagement is ramping up, and legislative follow-through could lock in lasting change. If the loophole closes and SHIPS Act elements advance, expect meaningful impacts on port calls, jobs, and inland networks.

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Maritime Power Moves And A Manifest Preview (Guest: Pam Simon, Founder of Manifest - Future of Supply Chain)

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Headlines move cargo now. The FMC has reopened its probe into Spain’s reported port access denials and just raised MSC’s civil penalties to $22.6M, calling months of reefer overcharges a “practice,” not a glitch. We break down what this data‑driven era means for ocean carriers, BCOs, and anyone auditing detention and demurrage, then shift to the Pacific Northwest’s shipbuilding playbook, where serial production, robotics, and grid upgrades could reset costs and timelines—if financing and talent keep pace.

Then we sit down with Manifest founder and conference chair Pam Simon for a ground‑level look at how an end‑to‑end supply chain summit can actually move the needle. Pam shares why maritime sits at the center this year—ports from Miami to Singapore, DCSA, alliances, and BCOs on stage to tackle standards, transparency, cold chain performance, and intermodal handoffs. Expect real talk on compliance, carbon reporting, and safety rules that are becoming board‑level priorities. It’s not theory; it’s where pilots turn into contracts, demos turn into deployments, and LinkedIn connections turn into partnerships.

We also explore the looming workforce cliff and a simple idea with outsized potential: a maritime industry merit badge through Scouting America to build awareness and a talent pipeline from curiosity to credential. With leadership seats filling at the FMC and MARAD, and environmental policies tightening in the EU and beyond, coordination between policy, capital, and technology has never mattered more.

Heading to Vegas? Treat Manifest like a business development sprint: set targets, book meetings in the app, show up early to sessions, and get hands‑on with the tech. Not attending? Follow the headlines—deals and announcements from the floor will shape procurement, network design, and emissions strategies across 2026. If this conversation helped you see the moving pieces more clearly, subscribe, share with a colleague who lives in spreadsheets and vessel schedules, and leave a review so others can find the show.

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A Positive Case for Ocean Alliances; Using Zim Discussions as a Teachable Moment

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Ocean shipping conversations often blur the line between alliances and consolidation. This episode breaks down how carrier alliances function in practice, why vessel sharing can improve routing and efficiency, and how ownership changes raise very different competition concerns. Using the ongoing discussion around ZIM as context, we connect market structure, port leadership transitions, and regulatory timing to real-world supply-chain resilience.

Expanded Summary

Ocean shipping conversations often lump alliances and consolidation together—but doing so misses how the market actually functions.

In this episode of By Land and By Sea, we take a closer look at ocean carrier alliances and make a clear distinction between cooperation and ownership. Using a plain-language aviation analogy, we explain how vessel sharing can increase routing options, enable more direct services, and improve equipment utilization—sometimes benefiting shippers through better network design and operational efficiency. Alliances, when properly structured, allow carriers to share assets while still competing for cargo.

We then use the ongoing discussion around ZIM as a case study—not as breaking news, but as a lens into how ownership changes differ from alliances and why acquisitions raise fundamentally different competition concerns. Consolidation permanently reduces the number of independent decision-makers in the market, which is why these conversations draw sustained attention from regulators, ports, labor, and governments.

From there, the episode widens the aperture to leadership and governance shaping the supply chain this week:
⚓ The official announcement of Dr. Noel Hacegaba as the next CEO of the Port of Long Beach
⚓ A reflection on last week’s personal conversation with outgoing CEO Mario Cordero, and why leadership stories matter
⚓ A brief update on Senate procedural movement affecting pending FMC and MARAD nominations, and why we’re “oh so close”

Taken together, this episode is about structure—how alliances, ownership, leadership, and regulatory timing interact to shape competition and resilience across global supply chains.

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From Harbor Commissioner To Global Regulator: Lessons From Mario Cordero, CEO, Port of Long Beach

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500

🚢 A special By Land and By Sea Podcast episode — and a bittersweet moment in maritime leadership

This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with MARIO CORDERO, who will be retiring this month after leading the Port of Long Beach through some of the most consequential years in supply chain history.

And just this week, the Port announced that Dr. Noel Hacegaba will step in as the next CEO — marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another for one of America’s most important gateways.

This interview is unique because it wasn’t just a formal conversation — it was a personal one.

Mario and I worked together more than 10 years ago at the Federal Maritime Commission, and it is genuinely bittersweet to see him step away from this role. Not because he hasn’t earned a well-deserved breather — he has — but because this moment represents the closing of a major arc in his long, impactful career.

Mario has never been someone who “just sits around,” and I have no doubt he will continue contributing to the industry in new and meaningful ways. After a bit of travel, as he told me with a smile.

We talked about his earliest days, his years at the FMC, his role shaping the 2015 congestion report, global regulatory conversations, and what it was really like to lead Long Beach through the surge years.

It was thoughtful, candid, and truly special.

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How New FMC Moves, A Safer Suez, And A Court Ruling Could Reshape Your Supply Chain

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Big policy moves rarely arrive one at a time. We dig into a trio of shifts changing how shippers, carriers, and NVOCCs plan: the FMC’s latest civil penalty settlements, early signs of a safer Suez Canal, and a targeted court decision that trims—but doesn’t topple—the detention and demurrage billing rule. Each story stands on its own, but together they point to a strategic truth: regulatory literacy is becoming a real advantage.

We start with the $1.35M in FMC civil penalties and why that matters beyond headlines. These compromise agreements—without admissions—highlight where enforcement is focused: operating in line with published tariffs and making sure rates and charges are actually on the books. We also clarify a crucial detail that shapes incentives: penalty money goes to the U.S. general fund, not to the FMC. That keeps enforcement about standards, not collections, and it nudges everyone toward cleaner documentation, clearer contracts, and fewer “exceptions” that don’t survive scrutiny.

From there, we pivot to routing strategy. After years of detours around the Horn of Africa, some carriers are testing a return to the Suez Canal. The upside is real—shorter transit times, better schedule reliability, improved equipment balance—but risk remains dynamic. We walk through how to scenario-plan Suez vs. Cape, protect mariner safety, and reset inventory buffers without overpromising to customers.

We also break down the pause on Section 301 China port fees. Even with limited pass-through to shippers, the policy signaled that vessel build origin and control can carry costs on U.S. trades. That’s already influencing fleet allocation and future order books. Treat the pause as a lever that can move again. Build contracts that define surcharge handling, give yourself alternatives, and keep a live read on carrier exposure.

Finally, we unpack the DC Circuit’s narrow ruling on the FMC billing rule. The court vacated the “who may be billed” section for lack of clarity, but left the rest intact: the 20 data fields, timing rules, and documentation guardrails still apply. The result is better invoices, simpler disputes, and fewer black-box charges—if you use the framework. We outline what to validate before paying, how to challenge errors, and where the FMC may go next.

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Boston To Beijing: Maritime Strategy Now

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500

From Buzzards Bay to Beijing — this week was all about maritime strategy in motion.

Lauren recaps highlights from the Second Annual Massachusetts Maritime Strategy Conference, where federal and state leaders worked to align the Commonwealth with other states developing maritime strategies. From workforce pipelines to new ideas like a State House Office of Maritime Affairs, momentum is building.

She also breaks down today’s USTR deadline on suspending the Section 301 China vessel and port fees — explaining who actually paid (hint: not shippers), why the pause matters, and what to watch next.

⚓ Long Summary

This week, strategy met reality — in two different arenas.

Lauren dives into the Second Annual Massachusetts Maritime Strategy Conference, where state and federal leaders gathered at Massachusetts Maritime Academy to chart the next chapter of the Commonwealth’s maritime future.
From the federal panel featuring Bill Doyle, USCG Rear Adm. (ret.) John Mauger, and Bill Golden to the brainstorming session that generated bold ideas — a possible YouTube campaign to promote the industry, a dedicated Office of Maritime Affairs, and ideas for incentives for ship repair jobs — the day’s energy was unmistakable.

And the conversation hit home when Boston Ship Repair posted a photo of its idle dry dock and tagged MARAD, MSC, and NAVSEA — a reminder of why state-based maritime strategies matter. As Lauren puts it: “We need quick, clear menus of what each state can offer — because when federal funding is ready, it needs a place to go.”

Then she turns to Washington, where the U.S. Trade Representative is closing public comments today on the Section 301 suspension — pausing the China-built and China-operated vessel fees for one year.

Lauren explains why shippers largely avoided the cost (as carriers like COSCO and OOCL absorbed it), how the policy became a targeted pressure point, and why this “pause” is really a strategic timeout.

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Dr. Sal goes to Washington; a conversation with Sal Mercogliano fresh off his Senate hearing appearance

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Fresh off the Senate’s Sea Change: Reviving Commercial Shipbuilding hearing this week, Dr. Sal Mercogliano joins us to share everything he didn’t get to say on the record. We unpack his “Ships for America” warning, his proposal for a Maritime Reserves program, and what he hopes to see in the upcoming Maritime Action Plan due November 5. Then we turn to China’s unexpected restraint and what the one-year pause on Section 301 port fees really signals for global shipping strategy.

⚓ Expanded Summary

When a congressional hearing earns praise instead of eye-rolls, you know something’s changing. The Senate’s Sea Change: Reviving Commercial Shipbuilding brought together voices from across the industry — Matt Paxton (Shipbuilders Council of America), Jeff Vogel (TOTE Services), Tuuli Snow (Snow & Company), and Dr. Sal Mercogliano (Campbell University) — for one of the most substantive maritime policy discussions in years.

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Sal Mercogliano fresh off the hearing to capture everything that didn’t fit into his five-minute testimony. He expands on his call for a Maritime Reserves program — a proposal Senator Cantwell immediately engaged on — and explains why rebuilding America’s maritime strength means focusing on both ships and sailors. We also dive into his “Ships for America” warning, the lessons of the 1920 and 1936 Maritime Acts, and why the timing of the Maritime Action Plan could mark the start of a genuine U.S. maritime strategy revival.

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🔹 How Sal’s “Ships for America” message reframed U.S. industrial strategy
🔹 His proposal for a Maritime Reserves program — and how Sen. Cantwell immediately engaged on it
🔹 Why bipartisan momentum is building around the upcoming Maritime Action Plan (due Nov 5)
🔹 And what all this means for shipbuilders, mariners, and shippers watching U.S.–China trade signals after the temporary pause on Section 301 port fees

We also zoom out to the global picture — where a tentative U.S.–China deal has paused both U.S. and mirrored Chinese port fees for one year. Instead of escalating, Beijing matched Washington’s structure and quietly absorbed the costs through COSCO and OOCL. The result? Stability over spectacle — and a sign that both sides are managing leverage, not launching a trade war.

If you’ve been waiting for proof that Washington is serious about maritime again — this is the episode.

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FMC Nominees & the Arctic Watch: The Future of Maritime Policy and Chokepoints

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Senate hearings meet Arctic geopolitics. This week’s episode breaks down how U.S. maritime nominees outlined plans to rebuild industrial strength and restore competitiveness—while Russia and China formalized their Northern Sea Route partnership, raising questions about access, influence, and the future of global chokepoints.

Expanded Description:
In this episode of By Land and By Sea, Lauren unpacks two developments shaping the future of maritime policy and global trade.

⚓ On Capitol Hill: The Senate Commerce Committee vetted nominees for the Federal Maritime Commission (Robert Harvey and Laura DiBella) and the Maritime Administration (Stephen Carmel). Carmel highlighted that it’s not just about ships—it’s about cargo. Harvey emphasized the impact of enforcement actions and even explained his Great Lakes ties, while DiBella focused on fairness and transparency in detention and demurrage practices and across the supply chain ecosystem.

🔹 And another thing... Chairman Ted Cruz called for a maritime strategy centered on removing regulatory barriers, modernizing ports, and attracting private capital—signaling bipartisan recognition that maritime competitiveness is national security.

❄️ Meanwhile, in the Arctic: Russia and China signed a deal to co-develop the Northern Sea Route—the same corridor the FMC flagged as a potential chokepoint. Perhaps the risk isn’t just ice; it might also be access. As these nations coordinate on policy, infrastructure, and fees, the FMC’s chokepoint investigation becomes even more relevant to ensuring global cargo flow remains open and fair.

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China’s Maritime Tit-for-Tat: The Trade War Moves to the Waterfront

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Headlines scream trade war, but our radar shows choreography. We unpack how the U.S. Section 301 vessel fees and China’s mirrored port charges operate like a controlled conversation—clear signals with tight guardrails—while cargo keeps moving and markets recalibrate. From exemptions and caps to first-port-only assessments, we trace why this design aims at leverage, not revenue, and how carriers are already adapting without triggering a supply chain shock.

We walk through the mechanics that matter: which vessels are actually exposed, why build origin and operating control change the calculus, and how alliances quietly repositioned tonnage to avoid the sharpest edges. You’ll hear why analysts see limited immediate impact on U.S. port calls, what COSCO’s steady rotations suggest about state-managed restraint, and how selective carve-outs reveal space for diplomacy. Then we zoom out to the long game—shipyard order books tilting toward South Korea, India, and allied builders—as incentives nudge capital away from fee-heavy risk and toward diversified capacity.

If you manage logistics or compliance, this conversation is a field manual. We share a simple exposure map to build now, invoice checks to catch pass-throughs, and practical diversification moves that add flexibility without blowing up your network. We also look ahead: leadership shifts at the FMC and MARAD, data transparency pushes, and the coming leader-to-leader meeting that could turn reversible fees into negotiating chips on shipbuilding, port technology, and reciprocal access. The theme is precision over panic—policy as a scalpel, not a hammer—backed by steps you can take today.

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When Trade Shifts, Data Steers: Lessons from Quebec City (AAPA Convention)

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

This week’s episode connects the dots between ports, policy, and technology — from new AI cargo safety tools to China’s retaliatory port fees and the U.S.–Finland icebreaker deal. Fresh off the AAPA Annual Convention in Quebec City, Lauren breaks down how smart strategy means more than new tech — it’s about translation, visibility, and human insight.

Expanded Description:

In this week’s episode of By Land and By Sea, The Maritime Professor®, Lauren Beagen, unpacks a fast-moving week in global shipping and supply chain strategy.

From AI scanning for dangerous goods to digital standards and tariff-driven behavior shifts, Lauren explores how data, design, and diplomacy are reshaping maritime operations — and why “smart strategy” means understanding the human element behind it all.

⚓ AI cargo safety: The National Cargo Bureau and World Shipping Council launched a partnership using artificial intelligence to detect misdeclared or dangerous goods before loading — a major leap in predictive safety.

💸 Tariff enforcement: The DOJ sentenced executives in the L.A. fashion district for evading $19M in customs duties — a reminder that data integrity equals compliance integrity.

🧩 DCSA digital standards: The Digital Container Shipping Association launched its new standard conformance page— and now you can check carrier adoption directly on their conformance grid, covering Track & Trace, eBLs, and booking data (https://dcsa.org/standard-conformance)

🇨🇳 China’s retaliatory port fees: A mirror response to U.S. Section 301 tariffs, China imposed special port fees on U.S.-linked ships, starting at 400 yuan per net ton and rising to 1,120 yuan by 2028.

🚢 Industry workarounds: Bloomberg via gCaptain reports carriers are reflagging and rerouting to minimize tariff exposure — a clear sign that the policy is influencing fleet behavior, just as intended.

❄️ U.S.–Finland icebreaker deal: The U.S. approved a major collaboration with Finland to build 11 new icebreakers, bolstering Arctic access, Great Lakes operations, and allied shipbuilding capacity.

From Quebec City to Washington, the message is clear:
The maritime world isn’t just collecting data — it’s learning to translate it into action.

🎧 Episode: When Trade Shifts, Data Steers: Lessons from Quebec City (AAPA Convention)
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💡 Takeaway: The future of maritime strategy isn’t about more data — it’s about better translation, visibility, and connection.

⚠️ As always, this content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. If you need an attorney, contact an attorney.

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Ports, Policy, and People: A Conversation with Carl Bentzel (NAWE)

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400

If you’ve ever wondered how “90% of everything” actually reaches your doorstep, this conversation pulls back the curtain. I’m joined by Carl Bentzel—former FMC Commissioner and now Executive Director of the National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE)—to explain what terminal operators really do, why they’re the hub of the entire logistics ecosystem, and where U.S. ports must evolve to stay competitive without breaking the dance between ship, rail, truck, and warehouse.

🎧 Expanded Description

Carl Bentzel has seen maritime from every angle: Capitol Hill, the FMC, and now as the leader of NAWE, representing the employers who keep U.S. terminals running. In this episode, he pulls no punches in explaining why terminals matter more than most people realize—and how policy, data, and labor all intersect at the dock.

Carl traces key lessons from the pandemic crunch: transportation is cheap when it’s on time, but delays explode costs and risks across industries—from respirators to water treatment chemicals. We unpack how containerization and on-dock rail transformed throughput, and why today’s constraints are often hidden upstream (blank sailings, slow rail velocity) or downstream (chassis availability, limited warehouse hours).

We dig into the push to rebuild a U.S. maritime industrial base amid heavy Chinese dominance in containers and ship-to-shore cranes, making the case for realistic transition periods, waivers, and funding so terminals can modernize without service shocks. We also tackle cross-border competition: how uneven penalties or taxes can nudge cargo toward Canada or Mexico, and what policy parity should look like.

Data and labor take center stage too. The FMC’s Maritime Transportation Data Initiative revealed a simple truth: technology fails without timely, standardized operational data. We highlight practical fixes—DCSA-aligned standards, real-time ETAs, transparent gate schedules—that improve planning for everyone. And we talk people: safety, training, and adopting productivity-enhancing equipment through collaboration with longshore labor.

Looking ahead, Carl lays out a pragmatic roadmap—dedicated infrastructure funding, decarbonization plans matched to cost and timelines, and tighter coordination across carriers, railroads, truckers, and warehouses—to keep the hub spinning.

⚓ If you care about supply chain resilience, port competitiveness, and how policy choices ripple into prices and jobs, this one’s for you.

🎧 Ports, Policy, and People: A Conversation with Carl Bentzel (NAWE)
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Building Maritime Strength: A Conversation with Shipyard Expert Caitlin Hardy of Ness Sea Consulting

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

🎧 Short Summary

Shipyards sit at the very heart of America’s maritime future, operating as both industrial engines and strategic assets essential to national security. In this conversation with Caitlin Hardy, Founder of Ness Sea Consulting, we explore the challenges and opportunities in rebuilding U.S. shipbuilding capacity, the lessons commercial yards can teach defense programs, and the innovations shaping maritime construction. Plus, I share reflections from the Women in AgriBusiness Summit, where bulk carriers and the looming Section 301 USTR port fees emerged as critical concerns for U.S. grain exports.

🎧 Expanded Description

Shipyards don’t just build vessels—they shape America’s maritime strength. In this episode, I’m joined by Caitlin Hardy of Ness Sea Consulting to break down why shipyards are both economic engines and national security assets, and how America can rethink its approach to shipbuilding.

Hardy brings a wealth of experience from her naval architecture background and work with industry leaders like Kongsberg, Crowley, Holland America, and Foss Maritime. Responding to our recurring car manufacturing analogy, she argues that the U.S. must first master building reliable “F-150s” before focusing too heavily on ambitious “Cybertrucks” in ship design. She also shares examples of commercial innovation—from AI-enhanced radar systems to hull-cleaning robots—that make shipping safer and more efficient without requiring revolutionary vessels.

We also contrast commercial and defense practices, asking what the Navy could learn from cruise lines that refurbish massive vessels in just two weeks with thousands of contractors onboard. Hardy’s perspective highlights where efficiency and innovation can intersect.

Alongside shipyards, we spotlight another pressing issue: bulk carriers and U.S. grain exports. At the Women in AgriBusiness Summit in Orlando, concerns centered on the new Section 301 USTR port fees set to begin October 14. With slim margins in ag exports and many bulk carriers Chinese-built or owned, a $1M+ fee could either deter vessels from calling U.S. ports—or erase the competitiveness of U.S. commodities if passed down the chain - both concerns I will continue to look into.

For anyone involved in ocean shipping, maritime technology, or national security planning, this episode offers crucial insights into how shipyards and trade policy together shape America’s maritime future—and what steps we must take now to strengthen both.

⚓ A special thanks to our partner Ness Sea Consulting for supporting today’s episode.

🎧 Shipyards, Security, and Strategy with Caitlin Hardy
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Ships, Fees, and Thieves: The New Maritime Chessboard

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Season 5 of By Land and By Sea continues with a Captain’s Log edition—a fast, plain-language rundown of the biggest moves reshaping U.S. maritime policy and global shipping.

The maritime landscape is being reshaped through deliberate U.S. policy shifts targeting China's global port network, the United States implementing new vessel fees, WSC addressing container ship safety, expanding mariner credentialing, and combating cargo theft.

US mounting ambitious maritime strategy to counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative port network, treating port access as national security
New USTR Section 301 port fees starting October 14 will charge vessels built in China or operated by Chinese companies when calling at US ports
World Shipping Council launched a cargo safety program using AI-powered screening to prevent container ship fires caused by misdeclared dangerous goods
Coast Guard extended the sea service recency period from three to seven years, helping retain mariners who step away from sailing
DOT seeking industry input on cargo theft through an October 20 Request for Information to address sophisticated criminal operations

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Balancing Innovation and Tradition: A Conversation with Acting Maritime Administrator Sang Yi

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Season 5 kicks off with Acting Maritime Administrator Sang Yi, bringing his merchant marine background, Navy Reserve service, and policy expertise to MARAD at a pivotal time. We discuss the success of the NSMV/VCM program, the rebirth of Hanwha Philly Shipyard, and how innovation and tradition can move together in U.S. maritime. With new FMC nominees, billions in shipbuilding investment, and the Maritime Action Plan deadline on November 5, momentum is building fast.

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🚢 Season 5 of By Land and By Sea sets sail with Acting Maritime Administrator Sang Yi.

Since stepping into the role in June, Yi has been everywhere—listening, learning, and engaging with both familiar leaders and fresh voices across the industry. He brings a rare mix of merchant marine credentials, Navy Reserve service, and policy expertise to MARAD at a pivotal time for American shipbuilding.

In our conversation, we dig into:
⚓ The National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) program—multi-mission ships for training, disaster response, and more.
⚓ The Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) model—how MARAD partnered with TOTE Services and Hanwha Philly Shipyard to deliver vessels on time and on budget.
⚓ The rebirth of Hanwha Philly Shipyard—from 60 workers to 1,800, with a $5B expansion plan on deck.
⚓ Yi’s four-pillar vision: people, ships, cargo, and ports—balancing deep respect for tradition with disruptive innovation.

And the momentum doesn’t stop there. Since we last spoke:
🔹 Two new FMC nominees, Laura DiBella and Robert Harvey, are awaiting Senate confirmation - potentially bringing the Commission back to a full roster of five.
🔹 USTR’s Section 301 port fees take effect in October, reshaping costs for port calls depending on vessel build and operation.
🔹 The Maritime Action Plan—the capstone of the Executive Order on Maritime Dominance—is due November 5, setting the stage for what comes next.

It’s a packed fall for U.S. maritime—new leadership, new ships, new policies, and new investments all converging.

🎧 Season 5, Episode 1: Balancing Innovation and Tradition – A Conversation with Acting Maritime Administrator Sang Yi
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S4.E29 - Season Finale: Maritime Voices, Industry Debates, FMC Budget, and What’s Next

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 21:00:00 -0400

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🎙️ Captain’s Log – “Season Finale: Maritime Voices, Industry Debates, and What’s Next”
🗓️ Week of July 26, 2025

The Maritime Professor® presents By Land and By Sea Podcast – an attorney breaking down the week in supply chain
with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®)

Before we go on summer break, I’m diving into a packed episode:

🔹 Where’s the maritime voice? DOT launches a new Transportation Advisory Board—but leaves shipping expertise off the invite list.
🔹 Cyber rules get real: The Coast Guard finalizes cybersecurity standards for ports, vessels, and facilities.
🔹 Cargo theft prevention: TAPA Americas rolls out a new freight broker security standard—here’s why it matters.
🔹 Big hearing energy: Highlights from Capitol Hill as Secretary Duffy and Commissioner Dye defend infrastructure, the Jones Act, and FMC’s slimmed-down budget.
🔹 Fact check time: Setting the record straight on FMC investigator roles and industry press narratives.
🔹 Industry debate goes viral: The gCaptain tweet, a White House clapback, and my take on why accountability and accuracy BOTH matter.
🔹 Have your say: DOT is asking for public input on the 2025 National Freight Strategic Plan—maritime voices, speak up! Submit your comments here

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By Land and By Sea will be on break in August—I’ll be back in September!
Thank you for listening, sharing, and championing transparent, plain-language maritime updates all season long.

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S4.E28 - Trade Turbulence and Tech Advances

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 17:00:00 -0400

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🎙️ Captain’s Log – “Trade Turbulence and Tech Advances”
🗓️ Week of July 11, 2025

The Maritime Professor® presents By Land and By Sea Podcast – an attorney breaking down the week in supply chain
with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®)

This week, I’m unpacking:

🔹 Chinese container ships get permission to sail Russia’s Arctic Northern Sea Route—an emerging maritime chokepoint with global supply chain impacts
🔹 China merges CSSC and CSIC to create the world’s largest shipbuilder amid shifting global demand and trade tensions
🔹 The White House extends reciprocal tariffs on imports from multiple countries through August 1, 2025
🔹 FMC reorganizes competition staff to enhance enforcement of fair trade practices in ocean shipping
🔹 US Bank completes first trade finance transaction using electronic Bills of Lading—a key step toward digital maritime transformation
🔹 Are we missing executive leadership in maritime? A look at recent leadership gaps, NSC shakeups, and the need for action

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S4.E27 - FMC’s Order to Show Cause: What’s Really Going On?

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:00:00 -0400

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🎙️ Captain’s Log – “FMC’s Order to Show Cause: What’s Really Going On?”

🗓️ Week of July 3, 2025

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with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®)

This week, I’m unpacking breaking news from the Federal Maritime Commission:

🔹 The FMC issued an Order to Show Cause to the World Shipping Council, questioning its jurisdiction over carrier agreements and limited antitrust immunity.

🔹 What this means for the liner shipping industry and carrier cooperation agreements.

🔹 The newly introduced FMC Reauthorization Bill and its proposals to strengthen regulatory oversight.

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Join me for a live webinar on July 10 at 3 PM Eastern where I’ll break down this Order to Show Cause, explore what it means for carriers and shippers, and answer your questions live. Use promo code USABDAY for 34% off — that’s $99 instead of $150.

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S4.E26 - FMC departures to Icebreakers to AI Customs Tools

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400

🚢 By Land and By Sea Podcast – an attorney breaking down the week in supply chain
🎙️ Captain’s Log – “Tariffs, Icebreakers, and the FMC Changing Guard”
🗓️ Week of June 27, 2025

The Maritime Professor® presents By Land and By Sea Podcast – a podcast breaking down the regulatory side of global shipping, hosted by maritime attorney Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®).

This week, I’m unpacking big shifts, bold plans, and looming deadlines in the world of maritime and trade:

🔹 Chairman Louis Sola departs the FMC – and leaves behind a strong reminder: U.S. shippers, speak up when facing unfair treatment abroad.
🔹 A new Crowley service connects Central America to Philly
🔹 Offshore mining interest heats up near American Samoa
🔹 U.S. eyes 15 Finnish icebreakers
🔹 Congress talks going “back to basics” on infrastructure – Representative Sam Graves opinion piece
🔹 July 9 tariff deadlines approach
🔹 A.P. Moller - Maersk launches AI customs tool for global tariff filings, etc. (Trade & Tariff Studio)
🔹 And the INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION surprises with labor leadership applauding Trump’s military move in Iran.

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S4.E25 - Ports, Policy, and Polar Ambitions

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400

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🎙️ Captain’s Log – “Ports, Policy, and Polar Ambitions”

🗓️ June 13, 2025

The Maritime Professor® presents By Land and By Sea Podcast – an attorney breaking down the week in supply chain

with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®)

This week, I’m unpacking six timely stories shaping maritime and trade policy:

🎂 250 Years of the U.S. Merchant Marine

Reflecting on the enduring role of merchant mariners in national defense and global commerce—past, present, and future.

🧊 A Billion-Dollar Bet on U.S. Icebreakers

Canada’s Davie Shipbuilding eyes Texas for a new Arctic-class shipyard to revive American icebreaker production.

📦 Ports Prepare for a Summer Surge

Retailers front-load container volumes before August’s tariff hike—creating a compressed peak season from LA to Savannah.

🚢 USTR Section 301 Tariff Shift – What It Means for Maritime

New proposed fee model targets Chinese-built and Chinese-operated vessels, with an open comment period for exports of LNG and fee restructuring for MSP vessels.

🌐 ATON Modernization Expands Across Four Districts

The U.S. Coast Guard proposes navigation aid updates in Districts 1, 5, 7, and 8 - mariners, pilots, and port stakeholders, take note.

🏛️ Policy Watch: Port Security, Cyber Risk, and U.S.-Flag Cargo Preference

Key bills in Congress target future Chinese port investment, crane software security, and U.S.-flag vessel support. Plus: Sang Yi steps in as Acting Maritime Administration (MARAD) Administrator.

🐎 WISTA USA New England Polo Event – June 28!

Tickets and sponsorships are now open for the summer’s most fun maritime networking event at Newport Polo Grounds.

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S4.E24 - Advisory Committees, Tariff Whiplash, and Harbor Safety Committees

Fri, 30 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400

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🎙️ Captain’s Log – “Advisory Power, Tariff Whiplash, and Harbor Safety”
🗓️ May 30, 2025

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with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®)

This week, I’m unpacking three major developments shaping the regulatory landscape in ocean shipping:

🔹 National Shipper Advisory Committee: The FMC’s federal advisory committee is heading to Georgia for its June 4 meeting—where members will discuss port efficiency, data visibility, refusal-to-deal concerns, and a proposal to establish an Ocean Carrier Advisory Committee.

🔹 Tariff Whiplash: In a 24-hour legal flip, a federal appeals court reinstated Trump-era 10% tariffs after they were struck down the day prior—leaving importers unsure what they owe heading into peak season.
📖 Read the JOC report here: https://www.joc.com/article/appeals-court-temporarily-restores-us-tariffs-6013879

🔹 Harbor Safety Committee Launch: The newly formed Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts Harbor Safety Committee held its first meeting this week, strengthening regional coordination on maritime safety and port operations.

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S4.E23 - Flags, Fees, and a Maritime Holiday

Fri, 23 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400

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🎙️ Captain’s Log – “Flags, Fees, and a Maritime Holiday”
🗓️ May 23, 2025

Ahoy! This week, we’re covering three stories every maritime professional should know:

⚓ Section 301 Tariffs — USTR shifts focus to port equipment with proposed tariffs up to 100% on Chinese-made ship-to-shore cranes, chassis, and cargo handling gear. This signals a strategic pivot in U.S. trade policy.

🛳️ FMC Flags of Convenience Investigation — What was once a possible remedy under the chokepoints investigation is now the FMC’s main focus, probing how foreign-flag registries might undermine fair competition and security in U.S. trade lanes.

🎉 National Maritime Day — May 22 honors the U.S. Merchant Marine and civilian mariners. This year, the President ordered U.S. government vessels to dress ship in commemoration—a proud salute to the maritime workforce.

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S4.E22 - Captain's Log: Don't miss these deadlines! Maritime Chokepoints (May 13) and Ship-to-Shore cranes/chassis/containers (May 19), and... Ships Act reintroduction and new MARAD nominee

Fri, 09 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400

🚢 By Land and By Sea Podcast

Topic of the Week (5/9/24):

🎙️ New Episode: "Don't miss these deadlines! Maritime Chokepoints (May 13) and Ship-to-Shore cranes/chassis/containers (May 19)"

The Maritime Professor® presents By Land and By Sea - an attorney breaking down the week in supply chain

with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professor® and Squall Strategies®)

📉 Imports are down 20–30% year over year…

📈 But the slowdown might open space for realignment.

From federal nominations to laser carp defenses, this week’s Captain’s Log is full steam ahead.

👇 Here’s what we cover:

🔹 Story 1 – Steve Carmel Nominated by President Trump

A Maersk veteran steps into the top MARAD role—what this could mean for U.S.-flag policy and sealift.

🔹 Story 2 – SHIPS for America Act Reintroduced 💪

New tax credits, fleet expansion goals, and cargo preference mandates make this version stronger than ever.

🔹 Story 3 – Repositioning Opportunities Emerge

Carriers may reposition China-built vessels and consider U.S.-flag registration amid softened demand.

🔹 Story 4 – FY2026 Trump Budget

Ports get infrastructure funding, but HMTF cuts raise concerns—especially for smaller harbors.

🔹 Story 5 – FMC Chokepoints Comments Due May 13

If chokepoints like the Panama Canal impact your cargo, now’s the time to weigh in.

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🔹 Story 6 – Great Lakes Laser Carp Defense 🤯

Whitmer and Trump find common ground on invasive species protection at Brandon Road.

🔹 Story 7 – USTR’s Section 301 Maritime Tariffs

New proposals include up to 100% duties on STS cranes, chassis, and port equipment.

🗓️ Comments due May 19

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S4.E21 - Captain's Log - FMC reviews shadow fleets and controlled carriers // shipbuilding EO // USTR recommendations (pre-release)

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:00:00 -0400

🚢 By Land and By Sea – Captain’s Log: What You Missed in Maritime This Week ⚓️

🎙 Episode Date: April 17, 2025

There's a LOT going on - let me point out a few things under the radar, and discuss a few of the hot topics you're already watching...

We’ve got seven top stories that signal a decisive shift in U.S. maritime strategy.

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🔹 Top 7 Stories This Week:

1️⃣ Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance

President Trump signed a 24-part Executive Order to rebuild U.S. shipbuilding, port infrastructure, the commercial fleet, and mariner workforce.

2️⃣ USTR Revises Chinese Port Fee Plan

After major backlash, USTR plans to shift from a flat $1M fee to a more strategic, targeted tariff approach.

3️⃣ FMC Investigates Global Maritime Chokepoints

The Federal Maritime Commission launched a formal investigation into seven key chokepoints—from the Panama Canal to the Strait of Gibraltar.

4️⃣ FMC Takes Aim at Iran’s Shadow Fleet

FMC Chairman Louis Sola urges global registries to purge Iran’s covert vessels used for sanctions evasion.

5️⃣ Sea-Air-Space 2025 Highlights

The Navy League of the United States's biggest event of the year - highlighting advancements in maritime tech, conversations with the highest leaders in sea services, and thought leaders from all facets of maritime.

6️⃣ Returning from Ebb Tide: New Book Launch

The Center for Maritime Strategy released a blueprint for revitalizing the U.S. maritime—featuring thought leaders like Admiral James G. Foggo (ret.) MSC, Brent Sadler, and Capt. John Ʌ Konrad V.

7️⃣ FMC Classifies Chipolbrok as PRC-Controlled Carrier

The FMC has added a new company to its Controlled Carrier List—tightening oversight on state-backed shipping.

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S4.E20 - Captain’s Log: What You Missed While You Were Distracted by Trade Tariffs This Week

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0400

🚢 By Land and By Sea – Captain’s Log: What You Missed While You Were Distracted by Trade Tariffs This Week ⚓️

🎙 Episode Date: April 4, 2025

Trade tariffs stole the spotlight—but there was a lot more happening out of the spotlight. In this Captain’s Log, we cover what you may have missed..

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1️⃣ FMC’s Global Chokepoints Investigation

The Federal Maritime Commission is investigating seven strategic chokepoints in international ocean shipping. Why? Because what happens there impacts all of us—and now is your chance to weigh in.

2️⃣ DOT’s Regulatory Overhaul: They Want Your Input

The U.S. Department of Transportation is inviting YOU to help them identify outdated, unnecessary, or burdensome regulations, guidance, or reporting requirements. Public participation is open—here’s how you can be part of it.

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3️⃣ USTR’s Section 301 Hearings on China’s Shipbuilding Dominance

The hearings were held last week. Transcripts were released this week. I’m reviewing the details and will be pulling highlights that matter most for ocean shipping professionals.

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S4.E19 - USTR Sec 301 Hearings & Everything Else You Missed This Week

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/28/25):

Doesn’t it feel like there’s a LOT happening in maritime right now? This week was dominated by the USTR 301 tariff hearings, but don’t worry, we’re covering that and everything else you missed! Let’s dive in.

Let’s get into it...

🔹 Top Three Stories of the Week:

1️⃣ Brent Sadler Nominated as the New Maritime Administrator

🚢 Brent Sadler, nominated as the U.S. Maritime Administrator, brings a wealth of experience from his distinguished 26-year career in the U.S. Navy. I'm excited to see how he’ll tackle America’s maritime challenges with President Trump taking such a significant interest in the success of this industry.

2️⃣ Petitions Against Federal Maritime Commission’s Recent Final Rules

⚖️ The petitions filed against the FMC’s Detention and Demurrage Billing Practices rule and the FMC's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate continue to evolve.

3️⃣ FMC Launches Investigation into Global Maritime Chokepoints

🌍 The FMC is investigating key chokepoints like the Suez Canal, Panama Canal, and Malacca Strait to determine if congestion, geopolitical tensions, and environmental factors are creating unfair conditions for U.S. trade. This could have major consequences for global shipping.

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⬛ Deep Dive: United States Trade Representative (USTR) Section 301 China Shipbuilding Hearing

This week, the USTR 301 hearings took center stage, with a focus on China’s dominance in shipbuilding. USTR has proposed fees of up to $1.5 million per ship for Chinese-built or Chinese-flagged vessels entering U.S. ports. Two days of testimony and hundreds of comments filed showed a great interest in the topic.

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S4.E18 - Navigating Global Maritime Choke Points: FMC's Investigation into Unfair Shipping Conditions

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/21/25):

Does the FMC really have the authority to review global maritime chokepoints? Yes! And even more significantly, they can turn away foreign vessels from U.S. ports or assess $1M per voyage penalties if they find unfavorable shipping conditions. Now that the FMC investigation has been released, let’s dive in!

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🔹 Top Three Stories of the Week:

1️⃣ Trump’s “Make Shipbuilding Great Again” Initiative

🚢 President Trump’s joint address to Congress highlighted the need to rebuild U.S. shipbuilding to counter China’s dominance.

📖 Read more from USNI News: www.usni.org

2️⃣ AAPA Legislative Summit – Ports & Policy at the Forefront

⚓ The largest-ever AAPA Legislative Summit brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders in Washington, D.C. Topics included:

✔️ Kellyanne Conway’s keynote on ports & national security

✔️ Tariffs & infrastructure discussions on balancing trade policy with economic growth

✔️ The urgent need for modernizing port infrastructure

📖 Learn more at: www.aapa-ports.org

3️⃣ FMC Launches Fact-Finding Investigation into Global Maritime Chokepoints

🌍 The FMC is investigating whether transit constraints at key maritime chokepoints are creating unfair conditions for U.S. trade. If so, major penalties or port access restrictions could follow.

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S4.E17 - Special Guest: Commissioner Dye reveals how principles, not regulations, transform maritime commerce.

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Commissioner Rebecca Dye offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of maritime regulation and supply chain innovation. Drawing from her extraordinary career journey – from Coast Guard officer to Congressional counsel to FMC Commissioner – she reveals how personal experience and thoughtful study have shaped her distinctive approach to industry challenges.

At the heart of Dye's regulatory philosophy lies a commitment to commercial solutions over government intervention. "I always caution my friends about regulatory approaches," she notes, advocating instead for principles that guide behavior while preserving flexibility. This perspective led to her groundbreaking work developing "Supply Chain Innovation Teams" – collaborative groups that tackle specific challenges by bringing decision-makers together in a structured environment designed to break down traditional industry silos.

The conversation explores Dye's methodical development of the "incentive principle" for detention and demurrage – a framework grounded in systems theory and complex adaptive networks. Rather than imposing rigid rules, this approach evaluates whether charges serve their intended purpose of facilitating cargo movement. "For complex systems, a principle works best," she explains, revealing how careful study of military leadership texts and organizational dynamics influenced her regulatory innovations.

Looking forward, Dye describes her current focus on improving three critical port processes: container return, standardizing "ready to pick up" communication, and creating predictable frameworks for exporters. These seemingly simple concepts address persistent bottlenecks that impact the entire supply chain ecosystem. Her emphasis on clarity, predictability and collaboration reflects a deep understanding of how the maritime industry operates in practice.

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Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500

🚢 TPM25 is here! 🌍 As we gear up for this exciting event, we’ll be taking a short break from the By Land and By Sea Podcast this week.

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S4.E16 - Holidays and Weekends subject to Detention and Demurrage billing? FMC has something NEW to say about it...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/21/25):

Did the FMC just clear up D&D billing on holidays and weekends? Yes, but don’t count your chickens yet—it may still be fluid…

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🔹 Top Three Stories of the Week:
1️⃣ Trump’s Executive Order on Independent Regulatory Agencies
📜 A new Executive Order asserts greater presidential oversight over independent agencies, including the FMC. This could change how shipping regulations are reviewed before being finalized.

📖 Read the full Executive Order: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/02/24/2025-03063/ensuring-accountability-for-all-agencies

2️⃣ Proposed Tax on Foreign-Flagged Ships
💰 The newly confirmed U.S. Commerce Secretary suggested taxing foreign-flagged ships, including cruise ships and supertankers, to level the playing field for U.S. interests. Could this lead to a push for U.S.-flagged cruise ships?

📖 Read Greg Miller’s Lloyd’s List report: www.lloydslist.com/LL1152653

3️⃣ USMX & ILA Master Contract Update
⚓ The ILA and USMX master contract vote is scheduled for February 25, 2025, with an extension filed at the FMC until March 31, 2025, allowing time for ratification.

📖 View the FMC filing: https://www2.fmc.gov/FMC.Agreements.Web/Public/AgreementHistory/8153

⬛ Deep Dive: FMC’s Decision on D&D Charges Over Holidays & Weekends
The FMC ruled (after an appeal and remand) that charging detention fees on days when ports are closed does not promote freight fluidity—a key principle in demurrage and detention regulations.

🛑 Why does this matter?
🔹 The FMC reaffirmed that detention charges should incentivize cargo movement, not serve as penalties.
🔹 Holidays and weekends should generally not accrue detention charges if terminals are closed.
🔹 The decision could still be challenged, but for now, it seems to be a win for shippers and truckers.

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S4.E15 - Is the FMC the secret weapon in the Panama Canal discussions?

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/14/25):

Is the FMC the backup quarterback for the Panama Canal discussions? The answer isn’t no, and it might just be yes. Let’s talk about it.

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🔹 Top Three Stories of the Week:

1️⃣ GAO Report on MARAD Workforce Challenges

📉 MARAD faces staffing shortages with a 12.3% vacancy rate—GAO calls for a workforce strategy to close skill gaps.

🔗 GAO Report

2️⃣ FMC Enforcement Action Against Florida NVOCC

⚖️ Double Ace Cargo Inc. fined $50K for repeated violations—now required to self-finance compliance monitoring, a first for the FMC.

3️⃣ Premier Alliance Agreement Taking Effect

🚢 A new vessel-sharing alliance between HMM, ONE, and Yang Ming begins February 9, 2025, following FMC review.

Deep Dive: FMC’s Authority on Panama Canal Issues

Former President Trump referenced "powerful action" regarding Panama. While the Panama Neutrality Treaty is the obvious reference, the FMC has its own authority to act on unfair foreign shipping practices.

▶️ Foreign Shipping Practices Act of 1988 (FSPA):
🔴 Allows the FMC to investigate foreign policies that harm U.S. carriers
🔴 Authorizes port access limits, contract suspensions, and fines up to $1M per voyage

▶️ Section 19 of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920:
🔴 Gives the FMC power to correct unfair shipping conditions—no full investigation needed

The FMC’s role in global shipping is bigger than many realize. Could it play a key role in the Panama Canal discussions? Stay tuned!

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S4.E.14 - Captain's Log Edition (incl. what is the FMC's role in the Panama Canal discussion? an unfavorable conditions review...)

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/31/25):

There's a lot of maritime news hitting at the same time! Tune in to hear my take on it all.

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Petition Updates

2 - Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_graves-statement-on-confirmation-of-sean-activity-7290094297683542016-yuY1?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

3 - Chairman Louis Sola named Federal Maritime Commission Chairman - let's get to know Lou...

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_president-trump-designates-chairmen-and-acting-activity-7287538740779003904-j80q?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

4 - New administration, new maritime initiatives: Panama Canal (and the FMC's role) and the Gulf of America

United States Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Hearing:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dM4oChRMqYk

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S4.E13 - What I'm watching in 2025...

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/17/25):

Let's talk about a few things I'm watching for 2025

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Petition Updates (Motion to Dismiss to be addressed)

2 - United States Trade Representative releases Sec 301 report findings - "USTR Finds That China’s Targeting the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance Is Actionable Under Section 301"

https://ustr.gov/about-us/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2025/january/ustr-finds-chinas-targeting-maritime-logistics-and-shipbuilding-sectors-dominance-actionable-under

https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/enforcement/301Investigations/USTRReportChinaTargetingMaritime.pdf

https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/enforcement/301Investigations/FRNActionabilityChinaTargetingMaritime.pdf

3 - Sean Duffy's Confirmation Hearings this week - what we know about his credentials for Secretary of Transportation

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S4.E11 - ILA and USMX ink a deal!

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/10/25):

The continuing saga of the INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and the UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED has come to a conclusion - a new Master Contract has been agreed to!

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking/Petition Round-Up

2 - FMC can hear class action lawsuits
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/availability-of-class-action-complaints-at-the-fmc/

3 - FMC announces deadline for Documented Export Strategy (as required by the final rule on “Definition of Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with Respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Provided by an Ocean Common Carrier”
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/deadline-announced-for-required-filing-of-annual-export-strategies-at-fmc/
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/07/23/2024-16148/definition-of-unreasonable-refusal-to-deal-or-negotiate-with-respect-to-vessel-space-accommodations

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S4.E11 - Captain's Log Edition (Maritime Legislation Unveiled: SHIPS Act, FMC Rulemakings, and Strategic Alliances)

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:00:00 -0500

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S4.E10 - Captain's Log Edition (Truckers have entered the chat on the FMC Rule Petitions... & an ILA & USMX Update)

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/13/24):

A mash up of current stories in global ocean shipping! It's the Captain's Log Holiday Series! 🎅

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking Round-Up

2 - FMC Final Rule Petitions Updates

3 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED Updates

4 - No New Updates to FMC Chairman News

5 - FMC Issues RFAI for Premier Alliance
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/fmc-issues-request-for-additional-information-regarding-premier-alliance-agreement/

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S4.E9 - Captain's Log Holiday Series (FMC Rule Petitions Update // ILA Update // Chairman Dye?? // NSAC Meeting Highlights // FMC & Spain)

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/6/24):

A mash up of current stories in global ocean shipping! It's the Captain's Log Holiday Series! 🎅

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking Round-Up

2 - FMC Final Rule Petitions Updates

3 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED Updates

4 - Commissioner Louis Sola wrote letter to President-elect Donald Trump re: his support for Commissioner Rebecca Dye to be designated FMC Chairman
https://www.fmc.gov/ftdo/letter-of-commissioner-sola-to-president-elect-donald-j-trump/

5 - FMC takes aim at Spain
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/fmc-examining-restrictive-port-practices-of-the-government-of-spain/

6 - Nat'l Shipper Advisory Committee Q4 Meeting Highlights
https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=EcFHX3tKYzg
https://www.fmc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Data-Subcommittee-Reporting-Recommendation-for-the-Federal-Maritime-Commission-Draft-11-05-2024.pdf

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S4.E8 - Captain's Log Edition (FMC Rule Petitions Update // ILA Update // Comm'r leaving FMC)

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (11/22/24):

We're almost into the holidays so let's do a quick Captain's Log run down of recent stories in supply chain!

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking Round-Up

2 - FMC Final Rule Petitions Updates

3 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED Recent Updates

4 - Commissioner Carl Bentzel is departing the FMC for a fantastic opportunity to be President of the National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE) and Executive Director of the National Maritime Safety Association

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S4.E7 - New Leadership, New Direction: What a New President and Political Shift Mean for the FMC

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (11/8/24):

What happens to Federal Maritime Commission and U.S. Department of Transportation and Maritime Administration (MARAD) leadership and political appointees now that we have a change in political party in the Executive Office of the President... 🚢💼

Plum Book:
https://www.opm.gov/about-us/open-government/plum-reporting/plum-data/

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking Round-Up

2 - FMC Final Rule Petitions Updates

3 - FMC's Request for Comments on Premiere Alliance
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/fmc-seeks-public-comments-on-premier-alliance-agreement/

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S4.E6 - Captain's Log Edition (FMC Rulemaking Roundup // Final Rule Petitions Updates // ILA & USMX Updates // Global Alliances Updates)

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (11/1/24):

Breaking down the top stories of the week in the 🚢 Captain's Log!

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking Round-Up

2 - FMC Final Rule Petitions Updates

3 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED Recent Updates

4 - Global Alliances Update for 2025 - Premier Alliance filed at FMC

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S4.E5 - FMC Meeting and D&D Petition Update

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/25/24):

The FMC held their Commission Meeting this week - let's break down the highlights

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1- FMC Rulemaking Roundup

2 - World Shipping Council's Opening Brief for their Petition challenging the D&D Final Rule

3 – Massachusetts Maritime Academy's (really cool!) Maersk Mc-Kinney Moeller Ship’s Bridge simulator

https://www.maritime.edu/maersk-ships-bridge-simulator-center

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S4.E4 - ILA/USMX Interim Agreement Filed... at the FMC?!?

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/18/24):

Did you know that the USMX-ILA interim settlement agreement was filed at the FMC? Neither did I - let's talk about it.
(So was the PMA-ILWU agreement, btw...)

Federal Maritime Commission Agreements Library:
https://www2.fmc.gov/FMC.Agreements.Web/Public

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1- FMC Rulemaking Roundup

2 - FMC Commission Meeting - Oct 22 at 1pm
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwKTAlGGHIA0xcN3bDt_Uqg

3 – American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) Annual Conference in Boston Oct 27-20

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S4.E3 - Petition Filed against FMC's Final Rule on Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t/ Vessel Space Accommodations

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/11/24):

A petition has been filed against the FMC's Final Rule on Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate - let's talk about it.

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1- FMC Rulemaking Roundup

2 - FMC Press Release: Prohibition on Retaliation Against Shippers, Ocean Transportation Intermediaries, and Motor Carriers
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/prohibition-on-retaliation-against-shippers-ocean-transportation-intermediaries-and-motor-carriers/

3 – FMC's welcome two new ALJ's on detail to the FMC
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/fmc-adding-two-administrative-law-judges-on-temporary-basis/

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S4.E2 - Guest Speaker: Dr. Sal Mercogliano, maritime historian and host of What's Going on With Shipping? // ILA and USMX Negotiation // Red Sea // dangers in maritime // global alliances in maritime

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400

**prerecorded on 3 Oct**

Topic of the Week (10/4/24):

We're joined by a special guest: Dr. Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D., host of What is Going on With Shipping? and maritime historian. Together we break down everything going on in the world of maritime, including the port strike. We dive into our take on what's really going on in the ILA/USMX discussions and then meander through maritime issues including global ocean alliances (and how they're actually not a bad thing), the Federal Maritime Commission's playbook on port congestion from 2015, and the importance of merchant mariners to the world. Listen in, it's a good conversation.

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INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION (ILA) and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED (USMX) Joint Statement:

https://lnkd.in/gX-bA-X2

FMC Report "U.S. Container Port Congestion & Related International Supply Chain Issues: Causes, Consequences & Challenges" (July 2015):

https://lnkd.in/gr68QUC5

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S4.E1 - ILA and USMX potential port strike + everything else you may not have noticed

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/27/24): What you missed while you were worried about the port strike...

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1- FMC Rulemaking Roundup & Defining Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate eff. Sept 23, 2024

2 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED potential port strike and the role of the Federal Maritime Commission

3 – United States Trade Representative decision on Ship to Shore Crane Tariffs

4 – Gemini Cooperation - FMC Announcements

5 - Alliance Reshuffles for 2025

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S3.E23 - FMC's Final Rule Defining Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t Vessel Space Accommodations

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400

*** Programming Note: No new shows until Sept 27 ***

Topic of the Week (8/2/24):

The Federal Maritime Commission just dropped another Final Rule - Defining Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate... let's break it down
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2023-0010-0060

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1 - Inventory of the FMC Rulemakings

2 – INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED Negotiations Update - no new news?

JOC.com:
https://www.joc.com/article/nervous-us-shippers-have-few-options-face-port-strike-threat_20240801.html

3 – United States Trade Representative announced they are continuing to review the public comments for, simply put, crane tariffs (Sec 301 tariffs w/r/t China actions)
https://www.ustr.gov/about-us/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2024/july/office-us-trade-representative-continues-review-public-comments-proposed-modifications-china-301

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S3.E22 - Captain's Log: FMC Updates // Shipper Advisory Committee's Role // Gemini Cooperation Agreement // Rising Shipping Rates Discussion

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/19/24):

Taking inventory of industry news and catching up on a few things - it's the Captain's Log Edition!

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission - Rulemaking Round-Up

2 - National Shipper Advisory Committee recording from May 20th is posted.
https://www.fmc.gov/about/national-shipper-advisory-committee-nsac/

3 - FMC issued a Request for Additional Information re: the Gemini Cooperation Agreement (A.P. Moller - Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd AG and Hapag-Lloyd USA, LLC) - open comment period until Aug 15.

FMC Announcement:
https://www.fmc.gov/articles/fmc-issues-request-for-additional-information-regarding-gemini-agreement/

Federal Register:
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/07/17/2024-15640/notice-of-request-for-additional-information

Hapag-Lloyd website:
https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/en/landingpage/gemini.html

4 - Shipping rates are rising - cause for concern? A discussion.

gCaptain (a repost of Bloomberg News):
https://gcaptain.com/global-shipping-strains-spark-fears-of-an-inflation-comeback/

gCaptain:
https://gcaptain.com/ships-fleeing-the-red-sea-now-face-perilous-african-weather/

5 - Offshore wind turbine breaks off into water at Vineyard Wind offshore wind farm

gCaptain:
https://gcaptain.com/u-s-coast-guard-issues-warning-after-wind-turbine-blade-breaks-off-at-vineyard-wind-farm/

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S3.E21 - A Tale of Two Overturns: TCW v. Evergreen and Chevron v. NRDC - what it all means for the Federal Maritime Commission

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/12/24):

What a few weeks it’s been for the judicial system and ocean shipping – the overturning of Chevron (impacting federal agencies) and the vacating and remanding of TCW v. Evergreen (a discussion of the incentive principle and FMC’s May 18, 2020 Interpretive Rule) – there’s a lot going on, let’s break it down.

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1 -Federal Maritime Commission announced they added Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) to its controlled carrier list

https://www.fmc.gov/articles/fmc-designates-korea-based-container-company-a-controlled-carrier/

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/07/01/2024-14447/controlled-carriers-under-the-shipping-act-of-1984

2 – TCW v. Evergreen – vacated and remanded, a discussion.

https://www.cadc.uscourts.gov/internet/opinions.nsf/E1A6024AD38C427E85258B510054FE2A/$file/23-1052-2063141.pdf

3 – The U.S. Supreme Court overturns Chevron deference – what does that mean for the FMC?

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S3.E20 - FMC Round Up!

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/28/24):

It's an FMC round up! Let's review some of the major things I'm watching with respect to the Federal Maritime Commission.

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But first my, TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK:

1 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION (ILA) and SC Ports reach a settlement over an ongoing dispute and over 160 signatories send letter to White House

https://www.joc.com/article/sc-ports-strikes-deal-ila-fully-open-leatherman-marine-terminal_20240626.html

https://www.joc.com/article/us-trade-groups-urge-bidens-help-restarting-stalled-ila-usmx-talks_20240626.html

2 - HMM will begin offering electronic bills of lading on July 8.

https://www.joc.com/article/hmm-digitizes-bills-lading-software-provider-cargox_20240627.html

3 - Two sailing vessels SINK in Newport to Bermuda Race

https://fb.watch/s_okRKrGVA/

https://turnto10.com/news/local/newport-to-bermuda-yacht-racers-rescued-as-two-boats-sink-southern-new-england-rhode-island-june-25-2024

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S3.E19 - Gemini Cooperation Agreement filed w FMC // USTR Sec 301 Tariffs // MTDI RFI#2 due today

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/14/24):

Let's break down the Gemini Cooperation Agreement that was JUST filed with the FMC...

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) Request for Information (RFI) #2 is due today.

https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FMC-2023-0016/document

2 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION (ILA) and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED (USMX) have suspended negotiations. The ILA released a statement with some fiery language.

JOC coverage:
https://www.joc.com/article/ila-links-contract-wage-proposal-ocean-carriers-financial-results_20240613.html

3 - United States Trade Representative Section 301 Investigations:

🔹steelworkers petition proposing a US port call fee on Chinese built ships
🔹4-yr review of China tariffs proposes adding 25% tariff on ship to shore cranes to go into effect Aug 1

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S3.E18 - Guest: FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel [discussing FMC's D&D Final Rule, revolutionizing maritime data, MTDI and RFI #2, and how he entered the maritime/supply chain world]

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/7/24):

We talk a lot ABOUT the Federal Maritime Commission, so today we are talking TO the Federal Maritime Commission - well, one fifth of it anyway. Today we welcome FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel to the show!

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D&D Final Rule - 46 CFR Part 541:
https://lnkd.in/gPgEMk-2

FMC Report "U.S. Container Port Congestion & Related International Supply Chain Issues: Causes, Consequences & Challenges" (July 2015):
https://www.fmc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/PortForumReport_FINALwebAll.pdf

MTDI Website:
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-maritime-transportation-data-initiative/

MTDI engagement site:
https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FMC-2023-0016/document

Request for Information #2 (due June 14):
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2023-0016-0047

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S3.E17 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements - Part 4 - Do you know where the invoices are going now? [and discussions on VOCC Audit Program, Foreign Shipping Practices Act, and Civil Penalties go to US General Fund]

Fri, 31 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/31/24):

The FMC's Final Rule on Detention and Demurrage Billing Practices became effective this week on Tuesday - and as part of our continuing discussion I have one question for you this week - do you know where your D&D invoice is being sent now?

Final Rule - 46 CFR Part 541:
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-46/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-541

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission Commission Meeting, May 29, 2024

[includes a discussion on VOCC Audit Program Overview]

Commission Meeting Announcement/Agenda:
https://www.fmc.gov/commission-meeting-scheduled-for-may-29-2024/

VOCC Audit Program:
https://www.fmc.gov/detention-and-demurrage/vessel-operating-common-carrier-vocc-audit-program/

2 - FMC launched an investigation into the impact of Canadian Ballast Water Regulations on US Flag Carriers (a continuation of a review prompted in part by the Lake Carriers Association petition (P1-20) in March 2020)

[includes a discussion of Foreign Shipping Practices Act and Sec. 19 of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920]

FMC Announcement:
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-launches-investigation-of-the-impact-of-canadian-ballast-water-regulations-on-u-s-flag-carriers/

3 - FMC announces three compromise agreements with CMA CGM, Vanguard Logistics Services, and Shipco Transport

[includes a discussion of civil penalties go to General Fund of US, NOT the FMC directly]

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S3.E16 - Captain's Log - FMC activity roundup (incl. Peloton vs. Flexport) // Port of Baltimore/NTSB report // USTR Sec301 tariffs

Fri, 17 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/17/24):

Taking inventory of industry news and catching up on a few things - it's the Captain's Log Edition!

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission Final Detention and Demurrage Rule - effective date May 28**

**waiting to see from the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit if World Shipping Council's petition will delay the effective date)

Reminder: Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) Request for Information (RFI) - comments due June 17, 2024

2 - National Shipper Advisory Committee next meeting is May 20.
Email NSAC@fmc.gov to register and receive the link. (This is the federal advisory committee to the FMC.)

3 - Peloton Interactive filed a lawsuit against Flexport at the Federal Maritime Commission. This case seems to be related to store door moves and the FMC's incentive principle for D&D.

4 - FMC Commission Meeting: May 29
FMC's YouTube page (for live stream):
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwKTAlGGHIA0xcN3bDt_Uqg

5 - The Fort McHenry Limited Access Channel has reopened to commercial vessels heading toward the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore (and elsewhere) to an available depth of 45 feet!
And the National Transportation Safety Board initial report of the MV Dali allision has been released:
https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/DCA24MM031.aspx

6 - National Maritime Day is this Wednesday, May 22

Maritime Administration (MARAD) live stream:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8O5DTTHT-uQ

7 - The White House Fact Sheet on USTR Section 301 Tariffs:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/05/14/fact-sheet-president-biden-takes-action-to-protect-american-workers-and-businesses-from-chinas-unfair-trade-practices/

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S3.E15 - FMC Final Rule on D&D - Correction Published

Fri, 10 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/10/24):

The Federal Maritime Commission released a correction to their Final Rule on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements - what does this change do? We'll discuss.

FMC Final Rule:
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2022-0066-0286

FMC Final Rule - Correction:
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC_FRDOC_0001-0149 (correction)

OSRA 22:
https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ146/PLAW-117publ146.pdf

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1 - Maritime Transportation Data Initiative Request for Information - comments due June 17, 2024 (reminder)

2 - World Shipping Council's statement on their petition filed against the FMC's Final Rule:

https://www.worldshipping.org/news/wsc-seeks-correction-of-contradiction-in-fmc-detention-and-demurrage-final-rule

3 - Four Members of Congress release a Congressional Guide for a National Maritime Strategy.

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S3.E14 - USTR initiates a section 301 investigation into China (maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors)

Fri, 03 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/3/24):

USTR officially launched a section 301 investigation into China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Targeting the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance - what does this mean? We'll discuss...

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative Section 301 China Investigation:
https://ustr.gov/issue-areas/enforcement/section-301-investigations/section-301-china-targeting-maritime-logistics-and-shipbuilding-sectors-dominance

To submit comments or request to appear at the hearing:
https://comments.ustr.gov/s/

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission and Maritime Administration (MARAD) appeared before the U.S. House of Representatives T&I Subcommittee.

https://transportation.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=407402&utm_campaign=197798-345

2 - FLOW: Freight Logistics Optimization Works has named an Executive Board (and an quick overview of FLOW)

https://www.transportation.gov/mission/office-secretary/office-policy/freight/freight-infrastructure-and-policy/freight-logistics

3 - USTR has initiated a section 301 investigation into China's alleged targeting of maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors dominance.

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S3.E13 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements - Part 3 - MTO Invoicing Questions

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/26/24):

There have been some questions about MTOs and their requirements for issuing invoices - let's dive into it a bit.

Federal Maritime Commission D&D Final Rule text:

https://lnkd.in/gKYbbWvF

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1 - Happy 68th Birthday to the shipping container!

John D. McCown's post:

https://lnkd.in/gkRgwFg7

2 - Federal Trade Commission votes to ban noncompetes.

Matthew Leffler, the Armchair Attorney® has been following this:

https://lnkd.in/gX3xdqGd

3 - Baltimore opens a limited access shipping lane

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S3.E12 - FMC releases RFI#2 of the MTDI (and a broad discussion of MTDI)

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/12/24):

The Federal Maritime Commission is BUSY! This week they dropped their second request for information (RFI) for the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) out of Comm’r Carl Bentzel's office. What does it say and what is it asking? Let’s dive in.

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1 - Checking in on what's left of the Federal Maritime Commission open rulemakings and MTDI stakeholder engagement.

2 - World Shipping Council files a petition before the DC Court of Appeals for clarification of Federal Maritime Commission D&D Billing Requirements rule about issuing invoices to port truckers directly contracted by the ocean carrier.

JOC.com:
https://www.joc.com/article/ocean-carriers-seek-clarity-dd-billing-truckers-under-new-fmc-rules_20240418.html

3 - Gemini Cooperation (A.P. Moller - Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd AG) eliminating blank sailings?!

JOC.com:
https://www.joc.com/article/geminis-hub-and-spoke-model-aims-eliminate-blank-sailings-hapag-lloyd_20240415.html

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S3.E11 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements - Part 2 - Operational Implementation Challenges

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/12/24):

Now that we’ve had a few weeks with the detention and demurrage rule, let’s talk key takeaways and things I think everyone should be paying attention to. What do I think will have the biggest growing pains? – the 30 calendar days on the invoice for the billed party to pay – stick around and I’ll explain why.

D&D Final Rule:

https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2022-0066-0286

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1 - Checking in on the Federal Maritime Commission open rulemakings and stakeholder engagement: defining unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate w/r/t vessel space accommodations provided by an ocean common carrier, defining unfair or unjustly discriminatory methods // MTDI RFIs)

2 - A quick overview of two notable actions at the FMC: Samsung Electronics America cases (still waiting on the replies; all we have are the initial complaints) and the MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company $63M enforcement action (still pending, likely to be appealed; waiting on MSC response due May 3))

Samsung v. COSCO (Samsung Complaint)
https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/docs/24-16/24-16%20Verified%20Complaint%20date%20stamped.pdf/

Samsung v. OOCL (Samsung Complaint)
https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/docs/24-17/24-17%20Verified%20Complaint%20date%20stamped.pdf/

OPENING BRIEF OF THE BUREAU OF ENFORCEMENT, INVESTIGATIONS, AND COMPLIANCE
https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/docs/23-08/23-08%20BEIC%20Opening%20Brief%20(public%20version)%20redacted.pdf/

3 - United Steelworkers (USW) petition to Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is now supported by SIX United States Senators (Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Elizabeth Warren (D – MA), John Fetterman (D-PA), Bob Casey (D- PA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Mazie Hirono (D-HI))

Tomer Raanan's Article:

https://www.lloydslist.com/LL1148801/US-senators-rally-behind-labour-groups-urging-China-shipbuilding-probe

USW Petition to USTR:

https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/Section%20301%20Petition%20-%20Maritime%20Logisitics%20and%20Shipbuilding%20Sector.pdf

Letter to USTR from six US Senators:

https://www.brown.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/baldwin_casey_grow_support_for_usw_petition_on_chinese_commercial_shipbuilding.pdf

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S3.E10 - Official reports re: Key Bridge allision // reviewing OSRA 2.0 (House passed the bill)

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/29/24):

Recounting some of the official reporting from the Key Bridge allision and reviewing OSRA 2.0 passed House bill...

https://gcaptain.com/these-are-the-ships-stuck-behind-the-baltimore-key-bridge/

https://gcaptain.com/ntsb-timeline-reveals-crucial-minutes-leading-up-to-baltimore-bridge-strike/

https://www.joc.com/article/baltimore-port-closure-presents-unexpected-challenges-mid-atlantic-trucking_20240328.html

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1 - OSRA 2.0 passed the U.S. House of Representatives, it now heads to the United States Senate's Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Bill Text:
https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1836/text

JOC.com article:
https://www.joc.com/article/osra-20-bill-targets-china-leaves-shipping-antitrust-exemption-untouched_20240328.html

2 - CMA CGM is introducing a new loyalty program called Sea Reward

JOC.com article:
https://www.joc.com/article/cma-cgm-amps-retention-spot-shippers-loyalty-program_20240314.html

3 - Ship allision in the Great Lakes with a junction light

gCaptain article:
https://gcaptain.com/us-flag-laker-suffers-marine-casualty-in-michigan/

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S3.E9 - FMC's FY2025 Congressional Budget Justification - what's on deck for 2025?

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/15/24):

This week the Federal Maritime Commission released their FY25 Congressional Budget Justification – what’s in it? What clues can we take from the document? What do they have planned for 2024 and even into 2025?? Well hang tight and I’ll tell ya!

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through the other two rulemakings: Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate and Unfair or Unjustly Discriminatory Methods.

2 - 346 high ranking officials sign a letter to the United States Senate encouraging the ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea

Admiral Thad Allen's LinkedIn post:
https://lnkd.in/gHv5tWjT

3 - United Steelworkers (USW) submitted a petition to USTR calling for an investigation into China's shipbuilding practices.

Financial Times:
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Pennsylvania Capital-Star:
https://lnkd.in/gENZfefw

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S3.E8 - FMC Nat'l Shipper Advisory Committee Meeting Recap and Letter on DCSA Vessel Schedule Standards

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (3/8/24):

A recap of the Federal Maritime Commission's National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC) (the meeting was hosted live at #TPM24) including the Committee's reaction to the Commission's two recent rulemakings and the NSAC Data Subcommittee's announcement of a letter signed by 44+ US organizations encouraging ocean carrier adoption of Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) technical standards for Operational Vessel Schedule 3.0 and Commercial Schedules 1.0 Beta 1 (released on Jan 10, 2024)

NSAC Meeting (video):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv8jitF3DjU

NSAC (via FMC.gov) Website:
https://www.fmc.gov/industry-oversight/national-shipper-advisory-committee/

DCSA OVS and CS Standards:
https://dcsa.org/standards/operational-vessel-schedules
https://dcsa.org/standards/commercial-schedules

Let's dive in...

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through the other two rulemakings: Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate and Unfair or Unjustly Discriminatory Methods.

2 - The Ocean Alliance extends their agreement for five more years (to Mar 31, 2032) (incl. CMA CGM, COSCO SHIPPING Lines, OOCL, EVERGREEN LINE)

The Loadstar:
https://theloadstar.com/ocean-alliance-carriers-kill-defector-rumours-with-five-year-extension/

3 - INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMENS ASSOCIATION and UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED negotiations - master contract expires Sept 2024.

JOC.com
https://www.joc.com/article/ila-gives-chapters-mid-may-deadline-reach-agreement-local-issues_20240208.html?

4 - First mariner casualties reported from Houthi attacks

gCaptain
https://gcaptain.com/houthi-attacks-turn-deadly-true-confidence/

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S3.E7 - FMC's Final D&D Rule Simplified - Just the Highlights

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (3/1/24):

The FMC released their final D&D rule last week; this week we simply talk about what will the rule require. Just the highlights.

Federal Maritime Commission Final Rule on Demurrage and Detention Billing Requirements:
https://lnkd.in/gdcUp6V2

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S3.E6 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements RELEASED - Part 1 - MTOs included in scope

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/23/24):

The FMC released their final D&D rule this morning - let's have a first impressions look.

Federal Maritime Commission Final Rule on Demurrage and Detention Billing Requirements:
https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-02926.pdf

Part 1 - MTOs included in the scope of this rule
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S3.E5 - Special Permission Applications and the FMC's Red Sea hearing

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/9/24):

The panelists at the FMC hearing spoke a lot about Special Permission Applications and approvals - what are they? Let's break it down.

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new movements.

2 - The INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMANS ASSOCIATION (ILA) is requiring local contracts be completed by May 17 before the Master Contract negotiation with UNITED STATES MARITIME ALLIANCE LIMITED (USMX) (current contract expires end of Sept 2024).

JOC.com article:
https://www.joc.com/article/ila-gives-chapters-mid-may-deadline-reach-agreement-local-issues_20240208.html?utm_source=Eloqua&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CL_JOC%20Daily%202%2F9%2F24%20NON-Subscriber_PC00000_e-production_E-166513_DS_0209_1117

3 - Rain on the way for Panama Canal??

gCaptain article:
https://gcaptain.com/end-of-el-nino-could-bring-relief-for-panama-canal-water-crisis/?subscriber=true&goal=0_f50174ef03-03ec5cc90a-170405670&mc_cid=03ec5cc90a&mc_eid=26e13788e2

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S3.E4 - Congress wants the FMC to hurry up w/ the Detention and Demurrage Rulemaking // a mini refresher on what the FMC last proposed on the D&D rulemaking

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/2/24):

Congress wants the FMC to hurry up with the D&D rulemaking (they sent a letter...) and we do a quick refresher on the proposed D&D rulemaking language from Oct 2022.

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new movements.

2 - The FMC will host an informal hearing on the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden on February 7 (in person and virtual).

Hearing Schedule:
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-releases-schedule-for-hearing-on-threats-to-shipping/

3 - The Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 (OSRA 22) co-sponsors, Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) and Representative John Garamendi (D-CA) wrote a letter to the FMC urging the FMC to finalize the rule on detention and demurrage billing requirements.

https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/dustyjohnson.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/letter-to-fmc-on-dd-rulemaking-1.26.2024.pdf

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S3.E3 - The Great Alliance Reshuffle...

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/26/24):

Let's take a look at the great alliance reshuffle...

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UPDATE: FMC's Agreements Library is back up! Here is the exit language from THE Alliance as of the 11/21/2019 amendment:
ARTICLE 7: DURATION AND TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT

7.1 This Agreement shall be effective as of the later of April 1, 2017 or the date it becomes effective under the U.S. Shipping Act of 1984, as amended, and shall continue in effect until April 1, 2030. Thereafter, the Agreement will be automatically renewed for additional one (1) year terms unless terminated by a Party or Parties according to the provisions of this Article 7, unanimous agreement of the Parties, or withdrawal of all but one of the Parties.

7.2 Any Party shall have the right to withdraw from this Agreement without financial or other penalty by giving twelve (12) months’ written notice, provided that such notice may not be given prior to April 1, 2023.

Discussion Note/Correction:
It appears Hapag-Lloyd may, upon one year notice, withdraw from the agreement as long as it's announced after April 1, 2023 (which it was).
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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new movements.

1(b) - The FMC will host an informal hearing on the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden on February 7 (in person and virtual).
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-announces-hearing-on-shipping-conditions-in-the-red-sea-2/

1(c) - The FMC's online applications are down. (Update at 2:05pm - they're back!)

2 - Hapag-Lloyd AG to utilize a land bridge through Saudi Arabia

from gCaptain and Reuters:
https://gcaptain.com/hapag-lloyd-to-offer-land-bridge-option-through-saudi-arabia/?subscriber=true&goal=0_f50174ef03-54e62442fe-170405670&mc_cid=54e62442fe&mc_eid=26e13788e2

3 - Four Senators (Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Todd Young (R-IN), Christopher Murphy (D-CT), and Michael Lee (R-UT)) sent a letter to the Biden Administration re: the Presidential authority for Red Sea military engagement.
https://www.kaine.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/12324yemenwarpowersletter.pdf

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S3.E2 - Captain's Log - US ECS, FMC Hearing re: Red Sea, Gemini Collaboration

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/19/24):

Stories I'm watching this week: FMC Hearing, US ECS claim, new operational collaboration

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new movements.

2 - The FMC will host an informal hearing on the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden on February 7 (in person and virtual).

https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-announces-hearing-on-shipping-conditions-in-the-red-sea-2/

3 - A.P. Moller - Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd AG to enter into an operational cooperation called "Gemini Cooperation."
https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/en/company/press/releases/2024/01/maersk-and-hapag-lloyd-are-entering-into-an-operational-cooperat.html

4 - The US grew by approximately one million square kilometers across seven regions last month - did you notice? This is the extended continental shelf in seven different regions.
https://www.state.gov/the-us-ecs/
https://www.state.gov/announcement-of-u-s-extended-continental-shelf-outer-limits/

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S3.E1 - Captain's Log - FMC Industry Advisory re: Free Tariffs // Panama Canal and Maersk's Land Bridge // Suez Canal and the Red Sea

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/12/24):

Welcome back and we're already entering season three! Join us as we catch up on some of the stories we're watching...

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new movements.

2 - The FMC released an industry advisory announcing that common carriers and conferences must provide public access to tariff publication systems free of charge effective Feb 1, 2024.
https://lnkd.in/eaTMf8VR

3 - Revisiting the White House's Fact Sheet on Supply Chain Resiliency including watching the progress of FLOW: Freight Logistics Optimization Works and the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of Multimodal Freight Infrastructure and Policy and the U.S. Department of Commerce's Supply Chain Center.

4 - A.P. Moller - Maersk has decided to use a land bridge (via rail) instead of using the Canal de Panamá and just about all containerized cargo is forgoing the Red Sea and therefore the Suez Canal. It's time to start sitting up straight and paying closer attention.

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S2.E37 - Captain's Log Holiday Edition - US TRANSCOM submits comment to FMC Rulemaking // keep watching the Panama Canal and(!?) the Suez Canal // did we learn anything from COVID congestion?

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/15/23):

Last edition of Captain's Log Holiday Edition before we break for the holiday season! We return January 12, 2024!

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new updates, but the US Transportation Command submitted a comment to the Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiation w/r/t Vessel Space Accommodations rulemaking re: government cargo and a consideration for refusals to provide cargo space accommodation for those government holds.

Comment:
https://www.regulations.gov/comment/FMC-2023-0010-0059

2 - You should be paying attention to both the Suez Canal Authority and the Canal de Panamá. And having ongoing concerns/watches on both of the world's larges canals aggregates to a more troubling position (not catastrophic, but troubling).

3 - Rachel Premack of FreightWaves published an article "We're still at risk for another 'everything shortage'" and I have some reactions - mostly that I think the industry is paying attention closer now than they ever have before, and that's progress.

Article:
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/were-still-at-risk-for-another-everything-shortage

4 - Timothy Dooner on What the Truck?!? (#WTT) interviewed TransForce on their initiative to encourage Mattel, Inc. to make a trucker barbie!

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S2.E36 - Captain's Log Holiday Edition - Auchincloss encourages FMC to create Nat'l Port Advisory Committee

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/8/23):

Captain's Log Holiday Edition throughout the month of December

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new updates, but I came across the Caribbean Shipowners' Association/Central America Discussion Agreement comment filed in the Unreasonable Refusal to Deal rulemaking and it got me thinking.

2 - Congressmen Jake Auchincloss is back on our list - he sent a letter dated Dec 1 to the FMC urging the FMC to create a National Port Advisory Committee. This was supported by the National Association of Waterfront Employers (NAWE).

https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/-auchincloss-leads-national-port-advisory-committee-letter

https://nawe.us/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/National-Port-Advisory-Committee-Letter.pdf

https://www.ajot.com/news/waterfront-employers-back-bipartisan-call-for-national-port-advisory-committee-at-fmc

3 - Russia lost their seat to Liberia in the International Maritime Organization Council (the executive body). And a reminder that there will be a new IMO Secretary General - Arsenio Dominguez, of the Republic of Panama, on Jan 1, 2024.

https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/russia-voted-off-of-imo-council

https://www.marinelog.com/news/russia-fails-to-win-reelection-to-imo-council/

https://www.reuters.com/world/russia-fails-get-re-elected-un-ship-agencys-governing-council-2023-12-01/

https://splash247.com/russia-fails-to-win-re-election-to-imo-council/

https://www.marinelog.com/legal/shipping/panamas-dominguez-velasco-will-be-next-imo-secretary-general/

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S2.E35 - Captain's Log Holiday Edition - FMC ex parte mtg w Congressman Auchincloss // White House Supply Chain Announcements // Panama Canal slots to the highest bidder // Bed, Bath & Beyond files another lawsuit at FMC

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/1/23):
It's the Captain's Log Holiday Edition!

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through three rulemakings. No new text, but we discuss the recent meeting with FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei and Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) re: the comment he filed with Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX) for the D&D rulemaking.

FMC Rulemakings:
1) Defining Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t/ Vessel Space Accommodations Provided by an Ocean Common Carrier,
2) Billing Practices of Detention and Demurrage, and
3) Defining Unfair or Unjustly Discriminatory Methods and their one request for information (RFI) on the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative.

2 - The White House announced supply chain initiatives that have already been undertaken or about to be undertaken, this week: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/11/27/fact-sheet-president-biden-announces-new-actions-to-strengthen-americas-supply-chains-lower-costs-for-families-and-secure-key-sectors/

A few helpful links from the White House Announcement:
* FLOW: Freight Logistics Optimization Works (https://www.bts.gov/flow)
* 1st Meeting of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/11/29/readout-of-the-inaugural-meeting-of-the-white-house-council-on-supply-chain-resilience/

3 - Canal de Panamá is introducing a line-jumping transit slot for auction; this the canal plans to reduce vessel transits to 18 per day by Feb 1, 2024 (down from typical 36/day vessel transits). And the bulk vessel lines are starting to increase, squeezing the spot market for bulk transit.

Greg Miller's FreightWaves article:
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/another-panama-canal-red-flag-spiking-product-tanker-rates

Bloomberg article on "Queue-Jumping Auctions":
https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/panama-canal-adds-extra-queue-jumping-auctions-for-stuck-ships-1.2003870#:~:text=Panama%20Canal%20Adds%20Extra%20Queue%2DJumping%20Auctions%20for%20Stuck%20Ships,-Alex%20Longley%2C%20Bloomberg&text=(Bloomberg)%20%2D%2D%20The%20Panama%20Canal,due%20to%20an%20ongoing%20drought.

4 - Bed Bath & Beyond filed another suit at the Fe

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S2.E34 - FMC's Nat'l Shipper Advisory Committee and FACAs 101

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (11/17/23):

The Federal Maritime Commission's National Shipper Advisory Committee met this week - and it got me thinking: do you know what FACAs are and how they work?

FMC's Nat'l Shipper Advisory Committee website:
https://www.fmc.gov/industry-oversight/national-shipper-advisory-committee/

Federal Railroad Administration White Paper from Mar 2011:
https://railroads.dot.gov/sites/fra.dot.gov/files/fra_net/1645/STAGGER_%20RAIL_ACT_OF_1980_updated_31811.pdf

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1 - A United States Federal Government shutdown has been averted... again... for now... again... It looks like at least the U.S. Department of Transportation's new date for the next shutdown discussion is January 19, 2024.

2- We're still watching the FMC's open rulemakings - no new public movement other than the FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei met with the two congressmen who submitted a comment for the D&D rulemaking.

3 - The Canal de Panamá will restrict vessel transits to 18 by Feb 1, 2024 (down from a typical 36 on a good day). One owner just paid $4M to skip the line.

Fortune article:
https://fortune.com/2023/11/08/panama-canal-congestion-record-4-million-skip-line/

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S2.E33 - Captain's Log Edition - FMC Rulemakings (update) // SCI Teams // MARAD RFI // MTDI RFI // Panama Canal ...

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (11/3/23):

It's the Captain's Log edition - it's an FMC roundup plus a few extra stories

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It's the Captain's Log Edition - FMC round up, plus a few extras

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission is still working through their three rulemakings 1) Defining Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t/ Vessel Space Accommodations Provided by an Ocean Common Carrier, 2) Billing Practices of Detention and Demurrage, and 3) Defining Unfair or Unjustly Discriminatory Methods

Why is it taking so long and what's changed recently?

2 - FMC Commissioner Rebecca Dye's call for Supply Chain Innovation Teams. They will be looking at: empty container return, early return date, and container pickup (notice of container availability).
https://www.fmc.gov/commissioner-dye-proposes-reforms-to-international-ocean-supply-chain-practices/

3 - The Maritime Administration (MARAD) had an open RFI re: a Center for Maritime Innovation. Comments closed Oct 2; 15 comments rec'd.
https://www.regulations.gov/document/MARAD-2023-0163-0001

4 - The Federal Maritime Commission's Request for Information for the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel's office closed on October 16, 2023, but comments keep coming in! Check out the 42 comments received! Feel inspired? Submit your own!

Request for Information (RFI) at regulations.gov:
https://lnkd.in/ewBPMeHW

5 - A recycled story from May - 70+ shippers ask Congress for clarity on through bills of lading and the FMC's statutory authority - no movement, but it's on my Captain's Log of things I'm watching/waiting for...
https://www.joc.com/article/us-shipping-interests-want-fmc-regulate-rail-storage-fees_20230503.html

6 - Panama Canal is reducing vessel transits to 18 per day by Feb 1, 2024. (down from 36 vessel transits on a good day) - it's still not major cause for concern... yet.
https://gcaptain.com/panama-canal-reduces-daily-transits/

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S2.E32 - Does the FMC regulate bulk vessels? LIVE alongside a bulk vessel

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/27/23):

I'm live alongside a working bulk vessel in Boston today - and it got me thinking, do you know if the FMC regulates bulk vessels? In a word: no (for the most part). I'll explain.

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's Request for Information for the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel's office closed on October 16, 2023, but comments keep coming in! Check out the (as of this recording) 42 comments that have been received! Feel inspired? Submit your own!

Request for Information (RFI) at regulations.gov:

https://lnkd.in/ewBPMeHW

2 - Convoy Inc, a Seattle-based digital freight broker, filed for bankruptcy last week, but may have a buyer this week.

https://www.seattletimes.com/business/shuttered-seattle-freight-brokerage-convoy-reportedly-finds-a-buyer/

3 - The St. Lawrence Seaway has shutdown with a labor strike.

https://apnews.com/article/st-lawrence-seaway-great-lakes-strike-shipping-ab6ae95994cdcf04695b713401a9377e

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S2.E31 - A cautionary tale of Hanjin Shipping

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/20/23):

Do you remember the company Hanjin? It was an ocean carrier that filed for bankruptcy in 2016. I thought today might be a good time to revisit the cautionary tale of the Hanjin bankruptcy. There are some parallels I’m noticing between the industry now and that of the early/mid 2010s. It just has me sitting up a little straighter and paying attention a little more closely.

JOC.com Article:
https://www.joc.com/special-topics/hanjin-shipping-bankruptcy

The Loadstar Article (interviewing FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei):
https://theloadstar.com/interview-new-power-new-responsibilities-for-daniel-maffei-chairman-of-the-fmc/

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1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's Request for Information for the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel's office closed on October 16, 2023, but comments keep coming in! Check out the (as of this recording) 39 comments that have been received! Feel inspired? Submit your own!

Request for Information (RFI) at regulations.gov:
https://lnkd.in/ewBPMeHW

2 - The European Union through the European Commission decided not to extend the antitrust block exemption for liner shipping consortia. So the limited antitrust immunity that existed in the antitrust laws of the European Union will expire in April of 2024.

https://lnkd.in/ebp7jKVG

3 - Convoy Inc, a Seattle-based digital freight broker, filed for bankruptcy this week.

CNBC Article:
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/19/bezos-backed-freight-firm-convoy-shuts-down-read-ceo-memo-here.html

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S2.E30 - The curious case of the EU block exemption repeal... how big of a deal is it?

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/13/23):

The curious case of the EU block exemption repeal... how big of a deal is it?

Related Links:
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_23_4742

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_23_4744

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's Request for Information for the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel's office closes on October 16, 2023. Get those comments in!

Request for Information (RFI) at regulations.gov:
https://lnkd.in/ewBPMeHW

MTDI Youtube:
https://lnkd.in/eArWvM-v

MTDI Report:
https://lnkd.in/eQvkzyBd

MTDI FMC Page:
https://lnkd.in/dKzzZdq8

2 - Remember Maritime Transportation System Emergency Relief Program (MTSERA)? Turns out it became a program, but was never funded...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/what-can-government-do-to-aid-247-supply-chains (old article for historical awareness)

3 - The European Union through the European Commission decided not to extend the antitrust block exemption for liner shipping consortia. So the limited antitrust immunity that existed in the antitrust laws of the European Union will expire in April of 2024. And this is the topic of the day...

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_23_4742

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S2.E29 - FMC's Alphabet Soup: The MTDI's RFI is due Oct 16!

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/6/23):

Today we're jumping into some alphabet soup - what is does the MTDI's RFI say and what is it asking for? That's right - the Federal Maritime Commission's Maritime Transportation Data Initiative's (MTDI) Request for Information (RFI). Let's break it down.

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1 - A United States Federal Government shutdown is still looming... but now it's been pushed off to November 17th - and added an item on the to-do list: secure a new Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.

2- We're still watching the Federal Maritime Commission's open rulemakings, no new public movement.

3 - The FMC's Request for Information for the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel's office closes on October 16, 2023. Get those comments in!

Request for Information (RFI) at regulations.gov:
https://lnkd.in/ewBPMeHW

MTDI Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzNPYpOt1RUG10w4S-8Vgx0l96BoeMYbB

MTDI Report:
https://www.fmc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/MTDIReportandViews.pdf

MTDI FMC Page:
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-maritime-transportation-data-initiative/

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S2.E28 - The importance of independent regulatory commissions and a brief discussion of the looming gov't shutdown

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/29/23):

A quick refresher on independent regulatory commissions and a discussion of the looming/potential (probable?) government shutdown...

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1- We're still watching the Federal Maritime Commission open rulemakings and the open Request for Information for the Maritime Transportation Data Iniatitive from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel.

Request for Information (RFI) at regulations.gov:
https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FMC-2023-0016

2 - A United States Government shutdown is looming... what it looked like from the worker's perspective and what it means for trade.

Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) article
"How a Shutdown Would Hinder Critical Trade Functions of the U.S. Government":
https://www.csis.org/analysis/how-shutdown-would-hinder-critical-trade-functions-us-government

3 - Future International Trade (FIT) Alliance is reporting 68 companies as signatories to its eBL Declaration (we reported on this last week).

https://www.fit-alliance.org/testimonials-ebl

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S2.E27 - When electronic trade docs make the evening news... new UK law, FIT Alliance, and FMC updates

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/22/23):

Last week we covered some of the FMC’s rulemaking updates and Commissioner initiatives, but today let’s talk about the movement toward electronic trade documents – namely eBLs – did you catch the major development that happened just this week relating to electronic document acceptance?

Future International Trade (FIT) Alliance:

https://www.fit-alliance.org/

UK Electronic Trade Documents Act 2023:

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/38/contents/enacted

ComputerWeekly.com Article:

https://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/The-most-important-law-youve-never-heard-of-the-Electronic-Trade-Documents-Act

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1- The Federal Maritime Commission gave us rulemaking updates at their Commission meeting yesterday.

2 - The FMC gave an update, by the numbers, on Charge Complaints and the Office of Consumer Affairs and Dispute Resolution Services (of the FMC) gave an update on their case load.

3 - gCaptain reported that Hapag-Lloyd AG is equipping STARLINK internet service across its entire fleet. Great news!

https://gcaptain.com/hapag-lloyd-to-roll-out-starlink-internet-service-fleet-wide/?subscriber=true&goal=0_f50174ef03-4f3cfc41d0-170405670&mc_cid=4f3cfc41d0&mc_eid=26e13788e2

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S2.E26 - Captain's Log Edition: What's the FMC up to these days? Let's catch up.

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/15/23):

We're back! Today is the Captain's Log edition - let's catch up on all that happened over the summer! Lots to talk about!

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1- We're still on Federal Maritime Commission rulemaking watch - we're still waiting on the detention and demurrage billing/invoicing requirements final rule and any text to be released from the unfair or unjustly discriminatory methods definitions rule. The Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t Vessel Space Accommodations received 25 comments over the summer, have a look: https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2023-0010-0032

2 - The FMC will hold their next Commission Meeting on September 21 at 1pm.
https://www.fmc.gov/commission-meeting-scheduled-for-september-21-2023/

3 - FMC Commissioner Rebecca Dye is convening her Supply Chain Innovation Teams to address: empty container return, early return date, and container pickup (notice of container availability).
https://www.fmc.gov/commissioner-dye-proposes-reforms-to-international-ocean-supply-chain-practices/

4 - FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel released an RFI (request for information) for comments and responses to his Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) Recommendations and Views Report. Comments due by Oct 16, 2023.
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2023-0016-0001

5 - Revisited article from May 2023 in JOC.com re: FMC statutory authority over through bills of lading and rail storage charges:
https://www.joc.com/article/us-shipping-interests-want-fmc-regulate-rail-storage-fees_20230503.html

6 - Greg Miller appropriately breaks down the need (or non-need) for alarm in his FreightWaves article "Shipping 'traffic jam' at Panama Canal: why it's not a crisis (yet)" (Aug 23, 2023)
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shipping-traffic-jam-at-panama-canal-why-this-is-not-a-crisis-yet

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S2.E25 - A Deeper Dive into the FMC's SNPRM - Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t Vessel Space Accommodations

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0400

***programming note: By Land and By Sea will be on a summer break until September 15 (unless the FMC releases more rule text, then we'll pop back in to break it down!)***

Topic of the Week (7/14/23):

We're diving a little deeper into the Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t Vessel Space Accommodations - and discussing why YOU should be paying attention to this one.

SNPRM page:
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2023-0010-0032

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- We're still on Federal Maritime Commission rulemaking watch - we're still waiting on the detention and demurrage billing/invoicing requirements final rule and any text to be released from the unfair or unjustly discriminatory methods definitions rule.

Keep watching #ByLandAndBySea for all of the updates.

2 - By Land and By Sea will be on a summer/maternity break until September 15, unless the FMC releases rule text on the detention and demurrage billing requirements and/or the unfair or unjustly discriminatory methods definitions rule. Make sure to subscribe and set future episodes for auto-download so you don't miss an impromptu episode between now and September 15!

In the meantime, I encourage you to check out Christopher Aversano's Maritime Podcast Landscape graphic where he lists almost 50 maritime based podcasts by subtopic (Maritime Law, Supply Chain, Maritime History, etc.). Hopefully you find some new podcasts to enjoy until By Land and By Sea is back!

Link to graphic:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christopher-aversano_maritime-podcast-landscape-july-2023-ugcPost-7082113745170132993-ZFMr?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

3 - Crisis averted in the Canadian ports strike...?

Reuters article (by Chris Helgren):
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/canadian-port-strike-ends-with-tentative-4-year-deal-statement-2023-07-13/

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S2.E24 - OSRA 22: the rest of the to-do list. What ELSE is required to get done, and by when?

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:00:00 -0400

***programming note: we'll be celebrating the 4th of July holiday and returning with episodes on July 14th***

Topic of the Week (6/26/23) (delayed broadcast):

We've passed the 1-year post-OSRA implementation date, but what else fell off the collective top of mind list from OSRA 22's to-do list. Let's review the lesser discussed items on the OSRA 22 to-do list...

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- We're still on Federal Maritime Commission rulemaking watch - the first of the three required rulemakings has been released as a Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, but we're still waiting on the detention and demurrage billing/invoicing requirements final rule and any text to be released from the unfair or unjustly discriminatory methods definitions rule.

Keep watching #ByLandAndBySea for all of the updates.

2 - Canal de Panamá (Panama Canal) experiencing droughts not seen in over 70 years - what types of vessels does this actually impact?

Reuters story:
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/panama-canal-postpones-depth-restrictions-after-much-needed-rain-2023-06-24/

CNBC story by Lori Ann LaRocco:
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/24/us-trade-dominates-panama-canal-traffic-a-drought-is-threatening-it.html

3 - Will safety regulations come from the tragedy of the Titan?

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S2.E23 - Happy OSRA '22 Day! and Unreasonable Refusal to Deal Rulemaking Text Released by the FMC!

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/16/23):

Happy OSRA 22 Day – yes, that’s right, it’s been 1 year since the passage of OSRA 22. And we have a few things to talk about – notably, the Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (SNPRM) for Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t vessel space accommodations has been released!

Federal Maritime Commission Regulations.gov landing site for the SNPRM:
https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2023-0010-0032

(and the pdf version of the text, if you prefer reading it this way (I do!)):
https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2023-12744.pdf

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- We're still on Federal Maritime Commission rulemaking watch - the first of the three required rulemakings has been released as a Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (that we're talking about on today's episode), but I expect the D&D rulemaking maybe even as soon as later today (or likely early next week) - it is June 16th - OSRA DAY! - after all (the anniversary of OSRA 22's signing)!

Keep watching #ByLandAndBySea for all of the updates.

2- The International Longshore Warehouse Union and Pacific Maritime Association negotiation has hit a very encouraging step - a provisional/tentative agreement has been reached! It's not final until it is ratified by both side's members, but this is a great step! A "hero" fund is also reportedly part of this deal, but both sides have committed to not releasing the details of the agreement so it's hard to know if this is true.

3- Canal de Panamá (Panama Canal) experiencing droughts not seen in over 70 years - will this help encourage the otherwise diverted to the east coast cargo to now be re-diverted back to the us west coast...? Time will tell.

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S2.E22 - OJ Commerce and Hamburg Sud - an almost $10M dispute (via the FMC's ALJ's initial decision)

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/9/23):

The Chief Administrative Law Judge of the Federal Maritime Commission just awarded a party almost $10M bucks! And the industry is a flutter with discussion. Let’s cut through the noise and talk about what this case is, and what it isn’t, and why you should be a little careful relying on it just yet.

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- We're back on Federal Maritime Commission rulemaking watch. I expect some language to be released maybe as soon as next week - it is June 16th on Friday after all (the anniversary of OSRA 22's signing)!

Keep watching #ByLandAndBySea for all of the updates.

2- The International Longshore Warehouse Union and Pacific Maritime Association negotiation is seeing a rise of tensions again - this week seemingly over a denial of salary increase over the past four years and a PMA report saying that the average ILWU salary is $200,000 (which is also being contested by a commenter on one of Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D.'s posts).

The real question above all may be, who pays for D&D if the port shuts down during a labor strike..?

3- Canal de Panamá (Panama Canal) experiencing droughts not seen in over 70 years!

gCaptain article:
https://gcaptain.com/panama-canal-drought-seen-sending-transpacific-container-rates-north/

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S2.E21 - FMC and MARAD: a tale of two federal agencies (a compare and contrast discussion)

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/2/23):

Today we compare the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD), two very different federal agencies both covering maritime issues. Do YOU know the differences?

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- We're back on Federal Maritime Commission rulemaking watch. I expect some language to be released in the next few weeks. Keep watching #ByLandAndBySea for all of the updates.

2- Eric Johnson of JOC.com released an article titled, "Shippers bemoan lack of progress in ocean visibility despite heavy investment." Is this an unfair critique given the amount of time since the recent push toward data visibility from COVID congestion?

JOC.com article:
https://www.joc.com/article/shippers-bemoan-lack-progress-ocean-visibility-despite-heavy-investment_20230526.html

3- Check out my conversation this week on the Lloyd's List's Podcast with Tomer Raanan.

Lloyd's List Podcast:
https://lnkd.in/eEgeSd39

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S2.E20 - Bed, Bath & Beyond and OOCL - OOCL files their answer! and the House T&I Committee markup breakdown

Mon, 29 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/26/23):

Bed Bath & Beyond and OOCL - OOCL filed an answer -- AND -- the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation & Infrastructure Committee held a bill markup hearing this week - what made it in, what changed... we break it all down.

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- US National Maritime Day was this week
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_happy-national-maritime-day-90-of-activity-7066594936543928320-U5RG?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

2- Is the European Union doing away with consortia (aka alliances)?
https://lloydslist.maritimeintelligence.informa.com/LL1145194/EU-block-exemption-renewal-faces-political-hurdles

3- Check out my other appearances this week:

Lloyd's List Podcast:
https://soundcloud.com/user-762275282/the-lloyds-list-podcast-us-lawmakers-continue-to-look-at-ocean-shipping?si=d5c612b9b41b4a2d9100d6e535b080d8&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

FreightWaves NOW Roundtable with Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D. and Bill Priestley:
https://youtu.be/-vAVJ_UZa0M

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S2.E19 - FMC Enforcement and Pending Adjudication Roundup

Sat, 20 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/19/23):

Today it’s the FMC enforcement and pending adjudication roundup.

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1- International Day for Women in Maritime - May 18 (International Maritime Organization)

https://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/PressBriefings/pages/International-Day-for-Women-in-Maritime-2023.aspx#:~:text=In%202021%2C%20the%20IMO%20Assembly,profile%20of%20women%20in%20maritime.

2- WISTA USA held their AGM last week in Washington, DC.

https://wistainternational.com/
https://wistainternational.com/association/wista-usa/

3- Federal Maritime Commission announces two ocean shipping lines pay civil penalties totaling $2.65M

https://www.fmc.gov/two-shipping-lines-pay-civil-penalties-totaling-2-65-million/

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S2.E18 - Bed, Bath and Beyond files a lawsuit for $31.6M at the Federal Maritime Commission

Fri, 12 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/12/23):

Bed Bath & Beyond filed a complaint at the Federal Maritime Commission? And they did so AFTER they filed for bankruptcy. So far it's just the complaint, there has been no response yet from OOCL. Let's break it down.

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But first, our TOP THREE STORIES OF THE WEEK!

1- Hapag-Lloyd AG is reporting better than expected Q1 earnings, but warns of increased operating costs continuing into the future...

FreightWaves story:

https://lnkd.in/eb-VJuK7

2- The Federal Maritime Commission's National Shipper Advisory Committee me on May 11, 2023. A recording is available on the FMC's YouTube page. They discussed two draft recommendations: 1) on data and visibility, and 2) on FMC's jurisdiction on through bill of ladings (specifically the rail portion of the movement).

https://lnkd.in/ey7cbqvV

3- FreightWaves covers the accuracy of the Edmund Fitzgerald song by Gordon Lightfoot and the actual maritime tragedy of the Great Lakes.

https://lnkd.in/e3m2NQNg

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S2.E17 - Captain's Log Edition - FMC Commission Meeting // White House standards strategy // and more!

Mon, 08 May 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/5/23): Captain's Log Edition

Catching up on the Federal Maritime Commission's Commission Meeting, The White House standards strategy, and more!

1- The Federal Maritime Commission Commission Meeting was this week:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_commission-meeting-rescheduled-for-may-3-activity-7054213173469409281-Zdr2?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

2- JOC.com is reporting the Port Houston is changing their storage fees on imports that stay too long...

https://www.joc.com/article/fmc-crackdown-ocean-carrier-billing-prompts-houston-diem-change_20230503.html

3- National Shipper Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet May 11, 2023 at the FMC HQ (and streamed out virtually)

https://www.fmc.gov/industry-oversight/national-shipper-advisory-committee/

4- Container News is reporting on Alphaliner's latest report saying that ocean carrier alliance capacity is much lower than generally thought: 39%

https://container-news.com/alliances-capacity-stands-at-just-39/

5- JOC.com is reporting that over 70 shippers, forwarders, and transportation interest sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee about FMC jurisdictional authority on rail storage fees

https://www.joc.com/article/us-shipping-interests-want-fmc-regulate-rail-storage-fees_20230503.html

6- The White House released an announcement of a National Standards Strategy for Critical and Emerging Technology

Strategy Document:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/US-Gov-National-Standards-Strategy-2023.pdf

Announcement:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/05/04/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-national-standards-strategy-for-critical-and-emerging-technology/

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S2.E16 - Ocean Shipping on the Hill - reviewing the pending House legislative proposals

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/28/23):

Man oh man, there is a lot of ocean shipping related legislation being proposed from the U.S. House of Representatives – and another one dropped this week. Let’s break it down. Remember, these are just proposals, but they’re certainly worth taking a look at.

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1- The State of California announced $27M in funding for CA ports to support the California Port Data Partnership. Ports involved are: Port of Long Beach, Port of Los Angeles, Port of Oakland, Port of San Diego, and the Port of Hueneme.

https://californiaports.org/gobiz/

2- The Federal Maritime Commission rescheduled it's Commission Meeting to May 3, 2023

https://lnkd.in/eUd24iYv

3- The Federal Maritime Commission's National Shipper Advisory Commitee is scheduled to meet next on May 11, 2023. It will be in person, but also streamed out on the FMC's YouTube page.

https://www.fmc.gov/industry-oversight/national-shipper-advisory-committee/

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S2.E15 - Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) Released - What is it? Why is it important? What does it recommend? We break it down!

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/21/23):

The Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) report has been released from FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel's office. What's in it? What does it mean? We'll break it down.

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1- The Federal Maritime Commission released a "how-to" on Charge Complaints

https://lnkd.in/e8QE_is5

2- The Federal Maritime Commission rescheduled it's Commission Meeting to May 3, 2023

https://lnkd.in/eUd24iYv

3- Federal Maritime Commission Commissioner Carl Bentzel released his Maritime Transportation Data Initiative report yesterday!

Statement:
https://lnkd.in/ey75j98e

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S2.E14 - Captain's Log Edition - Bills on the Hill, FMC Rulemakings, labor problems at Ports of LA/LB

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/7/23): Captain's Log Edition

Catching up on the pending/proposed/possible bills on the Hill, catching up with the FMC rulemakings, and catching up on a few other notable happenings...

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It's all top stories on the Captain's Log Edition!
1- Pending Legislation on the Hill (U.S. House of Representatives side)
Ocean Shipping Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2023 text:
https://lnkd.in/eYJNvaf5

Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act of 2023 text:
https://lnkd.in/eHxuVNiR

American Port Access Privileges Act of 2023:
https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr1013/BILLS-118hr1013ih.pdf

2- Federal Maritime Commission Rulemaking Check-In:
a) Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiated w/r/t Vessel Space Accommodations
b) Detention and Demurrage Billing Practices
c) Unfair or unjustly discriminatory methods

3- FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel is making the rounds with a visit to Texas at the Port of the Future Conference at Supply Chain & Logistics Technology - University of Houston (LinkedIn post by Margaret A. Kidd, CMILT, CPE™) and a stop in Europe a few weeks ago visiting with the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) (with an associated press release). We check in on the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI) and the (from the press release) soon to be released report and recommendations.

4- Laura Curtis of Bloomberg reported last night that the ports of Port of Long Beach and Port of Los Angeles were effectively shut down due to lack of labor. Today, she reported a similar finding in the ports. This was confirmed by Ian Weiland (Junction Collaborative Transports). Something to watch -- is this labor contract related or just a bad few days of labor availability?

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S2.E13 - Guest Dr. Sal Mercogliano & the bill proposals on the Hill (OSRA 2.0, Antitrust Enforcement Act, etc.) plus additional historical insights

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/31/23):
(Note: this episode was pre-recorded)

Our first guest! Dr. Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D. joins us to discuss the many ocean shipping reform proposals being introduced on the Hill and the general state of global shipping. We react to the specifics being introduced within the legislative proposals and include a bit of historical perspective to add depth to the conversation.

Ocean Shipping Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2023 text (introduced last week):
https://lnkd.in/eYJNvaf5

Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act of 2023 text (introduced this week):
https://lnkd.in/eHxuVNiR

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...but first, my top 3 stories of the week!

1- OSRA 2.0 was introduced in the House this week, as promised last week by Congressman Dusty Johnson of South Dakota. Sal and I react to this OSRA 2.0 language.

2- Last week Congressman Jim Costa introduced the Ocean Shipping Antitrust Enforcement Act. My thoughts are that eliminating antitrust exemption for ocean shipping is not the answer. I asked Sal what he thinks...

LinkedIn post:
https://lnkd.in/eWaKfJm5

3- Laura Curtis of Bloomberg did a good job of summarizing the legislative proposals and multiple hearings in the flutter of activity happening on the Hill recently in her article this week. Take a look:

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S2.E12 - FMC FY24 Budget Request and House T&I Budget Hearing // OSRA 2.0 bill being introduced NEXT WEEK?!?

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/24/23):

We're diving into the budget request and justification - including the House T&I budget hearing from yesterday...

Federal Maritime Commission Congressional Budget Justification:
https://www.fmc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FMCFY2024CongressionalBudgetJustification.pdf

House T&I Hearing Testimony of FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei:
https://www.fmc.gov/testimony-of-chairman-maffei-before-congress-review-of-fy2024-budget/

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1- OSRA 2.0 to be introduced in the House next week?? That's what Congressman Johnson said at the FMC/MARAD Budget Request Review hearing yesterday...

LinkedIn post w/ more information:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_review-of-fy-2024-budget-request-for-federal-activity-7045004835594608640-LtQM?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

2- The Federal Maritime Commission is checking for compliance of ocean carriers and MTOS with their recent rulings on per diem charges...

FMC Press Release:
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-checking-ocean-carrier-mto-compliance-with-recent-ruling-on-per-diem-charges/

3- Seatrade Maritime reported last week that “Annual contracts are being negotiated between shippers and lines on the Transpacific container trade ZIM Integrated Shipping Services warns if rates are too low it will stop sailing.”

Article:
https://www.seatrade-maritime.com/containers/zim-sets-floor-container-contract-rates-transpacific

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S2.E11 - Detention billing practice changes among ocean carriers and the FMC's ongoing/open D&D rulemaking

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/17/23):

At least one ocean carrier is starting to change its detention billing practices based on the FMC’s proposed D&D rule... but it's still a proposed rule. We'll break it down.

Eric Johnson's JOC.com article on the A.P. Moller - Maersk customer advisory:

https://www.joc.com/article/maersk-shifts-detention-billing-consignees-ahead-fmc-regulation_20230308.html

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1- We're still on supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking watch! The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Final Rule was required (under OSRA 22) to be released December 16, 2022, but they announced they would be publishing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking. We'll be on the lookout!

From the FMC's Budget Justification it looks like this may not be out for a while, so we will be taking this off of our weekly monitor. We will continue to watch for language on all open/forthcoming rulemakings.

2- The Federal Maritime Commission released their FY2024 Congressional Budget Justification. There is some really interesting information in here. It's essentially their annual performance review self-assessment document. Do you think they deserve a raise?

https://www.fmc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FMCFY2024CongressionalBudgetJustification.pdf

3- A.P. Moller - Maersk posted a video on how to "correctly" say Maersk. Spoiler alert: there is no "correct" way.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_how-do-you-pronounce-maersk-activity-7042516330666676224--Yks?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

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S2.E10 - Maritime cybersecurity and ZPMC ship to shore cranes

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 20:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (3/10/23):

Maritime cybersecurity is back in the news - did you catch the The Wall Street Journal story this week? Or Sal's coverage of it last year?

The Wall Street Journal article:

https://www.wsj.com/articles/pentagon-sees-giant-cargo-cranes-as-possible-chinese-spying-tools-887c4ade

Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D.'s coverage on What's Going on with Shipping:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWmXOEJ0rko

U.S. Coast Guard's Maritime Cyber Readiness Branch website:

https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/CGCYBER/Maritime-Cyber-Readiness-Branch/

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2- The Federal Trade Commission extended their comment period to April 19 on their proposal of banning noncompete clauses.

3- Laura Curtis of Bloomberg wrote an article "Shipping Execs Gather as Global Supply Chain Hit Calmer Waters" about #TPM23, the major annual shipping industry conference organized by S&P Global.

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S2.E9 - We're talking chassis!

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (3/3/23):

Today we're talking about chassis! You know, the metal frames that have wheels that allow the otherwise wheel-less container boxes to actually move! The Federal Maritime Commission has a pending case and there is a Best Practices Study underway!

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2- Speaking of rules - we have three rules we're watching out of the Federal Maritime Commission 1) Unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate w/r/t vessel space accommodations, 2) Detention and demurrage billing and invoice requirements, 3) Unjust or unjust discriminatory methods

3- Are the International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) making progress?

Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D.'s Tweet:

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FreightWaves RoundTable Discussion w Bill Priestley:

https://lnkd.in/e6PRwBsj

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S2.E8 - Captain's Log edition - FMC supplemental comments? / ILWU and PMA update / OSRA 2.0? / Maersk sues Evergreen / Driver shortage potential / FTC noncompetes hearing

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/24/23): Captain's Log edition!

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1- The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking ... we're still on the lookout!

2- International Longshore Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association released a joint statement this week.

https://twitter.com/ilwulongshore/status/1628813154821238784

3- John Gallagher (Chief Washington Correspondent at FreightWaves) interviewed peter friedmann of AGRICULTURE TRANSPORTATION COALITION (AgTC), Peter talked about the potential for an Ocean Shipping Reform Act 2.0...

https://live.freightwaves.com/global-supply-chain-week-2023
(FIRESIDE CHAT: What to Expect Next Along the Waterfront)

4- A.P. Moller - Maersk sues EVERGREEN LINE over Suez Canal grounding

gCaptain (original from Reuters):
https://gcaptain.com/maersk-sues-evergreen-over-suez-canal-grounding/

5- Back the Truck Up reported 35% of owner/operator truckers 35% would leave the industry if the market does not improve in 2023...

Back The Truck Up story:
https://backthetruckup.com/is-another-owner-operator-exodus-about-to-occur/

6- Federal Trade Commission recently held a hearing (recording available) discussing their proposed rule to ban noncompete clauses
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S2.E7 - ILWU and PMA rebroadcast of 5.13.2022 (a historical look at the relationship)

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0500

**REBROADCAST OF 5/13/2022 EPISODE**

Topic of the Week (2/17/23):

ILWU and PMA rebroadcast of 5.13.2022 (a historical look at the relationship)

Today we’re doing something a little different. The International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) contract negotiations are still ongoing. Recall, the contract expired June 30, 2022 and their discussions began in May of 2022.

On May 13, 2022, we covered this contract negotiations as well as the long history of the two parties through many iterations of contract negotiations. Today I would like to revisit that discussion – we will be playing a rebroadcast of the May 13, 2022 By Land and By Sea episode where we covered the ILWU and PMA contract negotiations through the years. Enjoy.

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S2.E6 - Captain's Log - FMC Activity Review: Rulemakings Status / MTDI / Alliance Expiration Terms / VOCC Audit Teams and Retaliation Compliance / FMC ALJ Decisions / Charge Complaints Order to Show Cause Issued

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/10/23):

Sometimes it's good to stop and take a look at everything that's in motion. That's what we're doing today. It's the Captains Log - Hot Topics - and today we're taking inventory of what I'm watching at the FMC.

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1- We're still on final rule watch! The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Final Rule was required (under OSRA 22) to be released December 16, 2022.

The FMC addressed this at their Commission meeting and they will be publishing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking. We'll be on the lookout!

2- Status of FMC Rulemakings directed by OSRA 22

https://www.fmc.gov/osra-2022-implementation/

3- Alliances and Terms of Expiration

https://www2.fmc.gov/FMC.Agreements.Web/Public?Sort=TimeSinceFiled%2Cdesc&AgreementTypeIdFilter=3&CargoTypeIdFilter=

4- FMC Probing Shipping Lines' Anti-Retaliation Compliance

https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-probing-shipping-lines-anti-retaliation-compliance/

5- ALJ Decisions - Chassis and MSC/MCS

Be careful - these aren't immediately final when issued by the ALJ (for the most part).

Chassis decision:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_intermodal-truckers-secure-win-against-ocean-activity-7029485336447569920-xk4i?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

MSC/MCS docket (exceptions filed by MSC):

https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/proceeding/21-05/

6- Charge Complaints - Order to Show Cause issued against MSC

https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/proceeding/CC-001/

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S2.E5 - Navigating the FMC's website - how to find the alliance agreements (and other agreements in the FMC agreements library)

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (2/3/23):

Do you know how to find the agreements on the Federal Maritime Commission website? I'm going to show you how to find them today.

https://lnkd.in/eUPYN74c

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The FMC addressed this at their Commission meeting and they will be publishing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking. We'll be on the lookout!

2- A.P. Moller - Maersk hosts FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei at its Danish HQ

https://lnkd.in/e7RETdER

3- Greg Miller of FreightWaves sheds light on the true market share of the collective alliances

https://lnkd.in/eFnnDFim

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S2.E4 - 2M is breaking up - and right before Valentine's Day!? - let's have an alliance 101 refresher, shall we?

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 20:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/27/23):

2M is breaking up - and only a few weeks before Valentine's Day?? Let's review alliances generally to understand what this means - or doesn't mean...

Here is the Federal Maritime Commission agreement link:

https://www2.fmc.gov/FMC.Agreements.Web/Public/AgreementHistory/153

First filing of the agreement (it's a pdf download):

https://www2.fmc.gov/FMC.Agreements.Web/Public/Document/201

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The FMC addressed this at their Commission meeting this week and they will be publishing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking. We'll be on the lookout!

2- A.P. Moller - Maersk is streamlining its subsidiaries.

gCaptain article:

https://gcaptain.com/maersk-closing-the-door-on-hamburg-sud-and-sealand-brands/

3- FMC held their Commission Meeting this week.

YouTube video feed here:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwKTAlGGHIA0xcN3bDt_Uqg

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S2.E3 - MCS "wins" in MSC vs MCS - a win for shippers? Not exactly...

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/20/23):

MSC vs MCS - what's going on in this legal alphabet soup... good for shippers? It's not exactly a yes.

Here is the Federal Maritime Commission docket log for the case:

https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/proceeding/21-05/

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2- Is the Ocean Shipping Reform Act missing a low hanging fruit? Where is the FMC's ability to deny alliances?

https://www.fmc.gov/statement-by-commissioners-bentzel-and-vekich-on-amending-commission-statutes-agreements/

3- Lars Jensen wrote an interesting opinion piece in JOC.com titled "Don’t confuse ocean market collapse with carrier weakness: analyst"

It's a good take on essentially watching the pendulum of the ocean shipping world swing. It was previously in favor of carriers, recently it seems to be moving toward shippers, but don't get too comfortable, the pendulum will continue to swing back and forth until it starts to settle in.

https://www.joc.com/article/dont-confuse-ocean-market-collapse-carrier-weakness-analyst_20230112.html

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S2.E2 - Is the FMC being a bad environmental steward? Petition for Environmental Impact Statement unanimously denied by FMC

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/13/23):

We review the recent petition filed against the FMC's NEPA review. Are they being bad environmental stewards? Let's break it down.

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2- Federal Trade Commission's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking re: banning all non-compete clauses is now published and accepting comments!

3- Christopher Aversano published an extremely helpful infographic of maritime podcasts out there in the wild!

Have a look, here:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christopher-aversano_seafarers-activity-7018569642298245120-qnVJ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

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S1.E1 - We're BACK! We're covering FMC rulemakings, the FTC non-compete proposed rulemaking, and USDA filed comment for the FMC's D&D

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (1/6/23):

We’re back! And there is a lot going on – like always! Let’s ease back into all things ocean shipping and supply chain together – today is a mixed bag, but… By Land and By Sea is BACK to help you sort through the noise and understand it all in real people speak.

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1- The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Final Rule was required (under OSRA 22) to be released December 16, 2022 - still nothing on the website as of this posting.

2- Federal Trade Commission published a non-compete rule yesterday, banning all non-compete clauses.

Follow Matthew Leffler, the Armchair Attorney™ and Steve Cox for more insights on how the freight industry is watching this.

Matthew Leffler's LinkedIn Post:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/matthew-leffler_with-federal-regulators-looking-to-ban-noncompetes-activity-7017121655277719552-n0b3?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

3- U.S. House of Representatives and United States Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act and directed the U.S. Department of Transportation to draft a National Maritime Strategy (and to revisit it every 5 years!).

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S1.E44 - Captain's Log Holiday Series - it's FMC D&D rulemaking week!

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/16/22):

**Captain's Log Holiday Series**

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Happy Federal Maritime Commission's Detention and Demurrage rulemaking week! The comments were due this week and we're highlighting a few of them. It’s the Captain’s Log Holiday Series.

Holiday Series Stories of the Week/Captain's Log:

1- The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Final Rule is required (under OSRA 22) to be released December 16, 2022 - still nothing on the website as of this feed.

2- John D Reiser, C.P.M. is describing shippersgate // shippergedden - has the pendulum swung in the shippers favor?

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_shippersgate-supplychain-freight-activity-7009423179353858048-TuCY?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

3- The Federal Maritime Commission is cracking down on retaliatory behavior - and Chairman Daniel Maffei is not mincing words.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_fmc-probing-shipping-lines-anti-retaliation-activity-7009229386570702848-Vzsr?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

4 - The Federal Maritime Commission's detention and demurrage rule is NOW CLOSED (closed Dec 13, 2022).

https://lnkd.in/eBcjHJx9

We're walking through a few of the filed comments from American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI), North American Meat Institute and Meat Importers Council Of Amer, NORTHWEST HORTICULTURAL COUNCIL, National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Inc., and SM Line Corporation (SM상선)

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S1.E43 - Captain's Log Holiday Series - It's the final D&D rulemaking countdown...

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/9/22):

**Captain's Log Holiday Series**

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It's the final countdown! Get those comments in for the Federal Maritime Commission's Detention and Demurrage rulemaking! That and more, it’s the Captain’s Log Holiday Series.

Holiday Series Stories of the Week/Captain's Log:

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's detention and demurrage rule is STILL OPEN (until Dec 13, 2022). Get those comments in!

https://lnkd.in/eBcjHJx9

2- The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Final Rule is required (under OSRA 22) to be released December 16, 2022.

3- FMC Commissioners request more authority from US Congress.

The Maritime Executive story:

https://lnkd.in/e-FQrKcF

4- Don't text and drive. The Ever Forward investigation has been completed by the U.S. Coast Guard.

https://lnkd.in/eE9Kp59s

5 - Chinese New Year peak is... missing?

JOC.com story:

https://lnkd.in/e25yv7kJ

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S1.E42 - Captain's Log Holiday Series - Holiday in the District - FMC's open comment period/TradeLens abandoned/rail strike averted...

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (12/2/22):

**Captain's Log Holiday Series**

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I’m in Washington DC this week and I LOST MY VOICE – from all of that zealous advocacy for the maritime industry! There is a lot going on in and around the supply chain so I couldn’t miss this week’s By Land and By Sea episode! We have a lot to cover today - it’s the Captain’s Log Holiday in the District episode!

Holiday Series Stories of the Week/Captain's Log:

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's detention and demurrage rule is STILL OPEN (until Dec 13, 2022). Get those comments in!

https://lnkd.in/eBcjHJx9

2- The Federal Maritime Commission's Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with respect to Vessel Space Accommodations Final Rule is required (under OSRA 22) to be released December 16, 2022.

3- FMC released their interim procedures for processing Charge Complaints

https://lnkd.in/euTxQKyu

4- TradeLens abandoned by A.P. Moller - Maersk and IBM this week – is blockchain a thing of the past?

gCaptain:

https://lnkd.in/e9v4RNG2

5 - Rail strike averted – so does this solve the problem? Yes…...?

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S1.E41 - Captain's Log Holiday Series - FMC D&D/FMC GC/Microsoft Supply Chain Platform/automation at the Port of Hamburg

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (11/18/22):

**Captain's Log Holiday Series**

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We’ve done this before, we’re going to do it again – this is the HOT TOPICS edition. But this time, we’re in holiday mode! From now until the new year I'm calling this series the Captain’s Log Holiday Series - stick around, we're going to have some fun!

TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's detention and demurrage rule is STILL OPEN (until Dec 13, 2022). Get those comments in!

https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2022-0066-0090

2- The FMC has named a new General Counsel, Chris Hughey.

https://www.fmc.gov/chris-hughey-named-fmc-general-counsel/

3- Did you see? Microsoft (quietly?) dropped their Microsoft Supply Chain Platform.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_microsoft-supply-chain-center-demo-activity-6999083397570519040-A25z?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

4 - The Port of Hamburg is set to start testing autonomous truck transport from the motorway to the terminal area of the Port of Hamburg. This is a series of automation tests that will happen throughout Europe (also included is Rotterdam in the Netherlands and Moss in Norway). This is part of a European Union four-year pilot project.

https://www.gruber-logistics.com/en/autonomous-driving-of-heavy-duty-vehicles/

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S1.E40 - Captain's Log: FMC Status Update - what should you be working on and what are we waiting for...

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0500

Topic of the Week (11/11/22):

Today is a Captain’s Log series, but instead of a hot topics news day – we’re taking inventory of all of the moving parts around the Federal Maritime Commission's rulemakings, etc. What should you be working on and what are we waiting for.

Settle in – we’ll get you squared away before the holidays distract everyone.

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S1.E39 - FMC's unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate w/r/t vessel space - AgTC, World Shipping Council, and MICA/NAMI comments reviewed

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (11/4/22):

We're continuing our review of comments filed in the unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate rulemaking. Today we review comments filed by AGRICULTURE TRANSPORTATION COALITION (AgTC) and the World Shipping Council, and we briefly touch on comments of the Meat Importers Council of America (MICA) and North American Meat Institute (NAMI).

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - The Federal Maritime Commission's detention and demurrage rulemaking is open for 60 days - it will close on December 13th. The FMC is using regulations.gov as the platform for filing comments - have a look and submit your thoughts.

https://lnkd.in/eBcjHJx9

2 - The Port of Oakland was shut down this week due to a worker strike.

https://www.overdriveonline.com/business/article/15302615/protesting-workers-shut-down-port-of-oakland

3- Drewry Shipping Consultants Ltd reports 100 cancelled sailings in Week 45-49 - a 14% cancellation rate.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/drewry_drewry-supplychainadvisors-logisticsmanagement-activity-6994252643602702336-72S4?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

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S1.E38 - DOJ weighs in on FMC's unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate rulemaking

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/28/22):

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed comments in the Federal Maritime Commission's just recently closed NPRM rulemaking - unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate with respect to vessel space accommodations.

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https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMC-2022-0066-0090

2 - Federal Maritime Commission has awarded the contract for studying chassis to the Transportation Research Board: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (TRB). They are looking for committee members. Interested? Click the link below to learn more:

https://www.fmc.gov/commission-contracts-with-national-academies-for-osra-mandated-chassis-study/

3- Rates are leveling off! Or are they? What will happen next?

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S1.E37 - FMC's D&D Rulemaking - summarizing the previously filed comments

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/21/22):
The Federal Maritime Commission released their detention and demurrage Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)! It's on their new intake platform of regulations.gov and it's a continuation of the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) from last spring where they received 80+ comments.

Let's talk about the FMC's summarization of the 80+ comments filed.

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1 - Today is the day - the last day to file a comment in the unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate w/r/t vessel space accommodations rulemaking. Did you submit your comments?

2 - Shipping Watch asked this week: is MSC getting too big for 2M alliance with Maersk? But it looks like the original story was actually on JOC.com with analysis from Lars Jensen (thank you to Eric Johnson for pointing that out). Here's both:

Shipping Watch:
https://shippingwatch.com/carriers/Container/article14508107.ece

JOC.com:
https://www.joc.com/maritime-news/container-lines/msc%E2%80%99s-orderbook-signals-brewing-battle-2m-partner-maersk-analyst_20221017.html

3- FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel announced at the AAPA annual conference that he is interested in turning his Maritime Transportation Data Initiative into a rulemaking. I think we knew that, right? That was part of his intention - or certainly his implementing tool of the information he's gathering. I'm watching this to see where it goes next.

https://www.ttnews.com/articles/fmc-commissioner-carl-bentzel-proposes-rule-emphasizing-transparency?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=News-Story-October-2022

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S1.E36 - FMC's D&D rulemaking released!

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/14/22):

The Federal Maritime Commission released their detention and demurrage Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)! There's a lot in it so I'll get you started with understanding it...

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1 - Last week we covered the Unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate w/r/t vessel space accommodations - there are still only TWO COMMENTS FILED. Comments are due NEXT WEEK, Oct 21. There is a request for extension, but it might be unlikely to be granted. Get ready to file for Oct 21st.

2 - The Federal Maritime Commission quietly released their detention and demurrage rulemaking last Friday - it's now on regulations.gov - it's a continuation of the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) from last spring - so don't be surprised to see 80+ comments. There is only 1 new comment, and it was filed anonymously... there will be more. We have 60 days to file comments!

Here's the link:

https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FMC-2022-0066

3- Did you know that By Land and By Sea is a podcast. Check out our old episodes like:

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S1.E35 - FMC Rule Update: Unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate w/r/t vessel space - ONLY TWO COMMENTS FILED SO FAR

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (10/7/22):

Let's check in on the Federal Maritime Commission's open rulemaking: unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate with respect to vessel space. Only TWO comments filed so far - comments are due October 21!

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - HOT OFF THE PRESS - the Federal Maritime Commission JUST released their detention and demurrage rulemaking! I'll review and discuss in our episode next week.

Here's the link:

https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-proposing-new-demurrage-detention-billing-requirements/

2- The Federal Maritime Commission Contracts with Transportation Research Board: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine for an Ocean Shipping Reform Act required chassis study

https://www.fmc.gov/commission-contracts-with-national-academies-for-osra-mandated-chassis-study/

3- Ocean freight rates continue to drop. How low can they go?

Timothy Dooner covered the recent price drops on his weekly newsletter through FreightWaves and vis-a-vis his show #WhatTheTruck?!? He also covers Greg Miller's take on the cyclical movement of profits and vessel purchases.

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S1.E34 - Charge complaints 101 - what are they and how can they help you?

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/30/22):

Charge complaints - what are they and how can they help you?

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1 - A win for truckers in Rhode Island/nationwide - trucker specific tolls ruled unconstitutional

Transport Topics article:

https://www.ttnews.com/articles/federal-judge-strikes-down-rhode-island-tolling-plan-unconstitutional

2- Are lobsters and offshore wind friends? That's what the report says...

European study (International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) Journal of Marine Science):

https://academic.oup.com/icesjms/article-abstract/79/4/1175/6547885

US study (International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) Journal of Marine Science):

https://academic.oup.com/icesjms/article/79/4/1274/6555702

3- Ocean freight rates continue to drop. How low can they go?

Drewry Shipping Consultants Ltd is reporting in their World Container Index a 10% drop this week and a 61% drop from this time last year.

Drewry Study:

https://www.drewry.co.uk/supply-chain-advisors/world-container-index-weekly-update/world-container-index-assessed-by-drewry

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S1.E33 - I'm a shipper and I've been wronged, how can the FMC help?

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/23/22):
What options does a shipper have when they feel a Shipping Act violation has occurred and they have been wronged? There are a few new directives/remedies under OSRA 22, and a few oldie, but goodies that have always been available. Let's take inventory and break them down.

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1 - Federal Maritime Commission Hearing was this past week on Sept 21

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2- Maritime Administrator ANN PHILLIPS went before U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation re: Cargo Preference

https://lnkd.in/eM_75bjG

3- Ocean freight rates continue to drop. How low can they go?

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S1.E32 - FMC's 1st of 3 OSRA rulemakings is released! Unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate for vessel space - what's in this rulemaking anyway??

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/16/22):

The Federal Maritime Commission finally released the first of the three OSRA mandated (and highly anticipated) rulemakings. This first rulemaking, defining unreasonable refusal to deal or negotiate with respect to vessel space, has been released as a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. We break it down on today's show.

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - Federal Maritime Commission Hearing next week - Sept 21

https://lnkd.in/gRj_F6pF

2- Rail and port union strikes diverted... for now.

JOC.com

https://lnkd.in/gmBig6SD

FreightWaves

https://lnkd.in/geWqjfna

3- Be careful introducing tonnage taxes on carriers. Stephanie K Loomis has some great insights here.

https://lnkd.in/gQpyEFaE

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S1.E31 - FMC's Emergency Order Request for Information - A Deeper Dive and Review of Comments Filed (so far...)

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/9/22):

A deeper dive into the Federal Maritime Commission's Request for Information (Emergency Order) and a look at some of the comments already filed.

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - We're on the verge of a (potential) major rail workers strike.

CNN Story:

https://lnkd.in/ezFwrp8e

FreightWaves Story:

https://lnkd.in/ey353wsf

2- Speaking of labor unions, the International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) west coast longshore labor discussion has entered into a "worrisome new phase", aptly identified by Peter Tirschwell.

https://lnkd.in/esffR_iX

3- We're still on rulemaking watch from the Federal Maritime Commission.

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S1.E30 - Federal Advisory Committees (FACAs) 101

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 20:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (9/2/22):
Federal Advisory Committees - what are they and how do they work?

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - The Affinity V ran aground at the same location as the Ever Given.

2- Stop calling it a trucker shortage. James Brown of Back the Truck Up (from FreightWaves) released an article discussing whether or not there is a trucker shortage. Spoiler: there isn't.

https://lnkd.in/ek_GhkWA

3- The International Longshore Warehouse Union and Pacific Maritime Association negotiations are stalled - over Port of Seattle jurisdictional issues.

https://lnkd.in/eDBm6FG9

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S1.E29 - Ocean Alliance 101 - a quick version

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (8/26/22):
Do you know what an Ocean Alliance is? Join me today for our quick 101 on Ocean Alliances.

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1 - The U.S. Department of Justice released a press release about refrigerated cargo containers.

https://lnkd.in/dCddUYYP

2- The Federal Maritime Commission’s Request for Information (Emergency Order) is still comments! Have a look:

https://lnkd.in/ebmGD-5W

3- We're still on rulemaking watch with the Federal Maritime Commission. No new OSRA 22 rulemakings released this week

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S1.E28 - FMC vs MARAD - do you know the difference?

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (8/19/22):
Do you know the difference between MARAD and FMC? Yes, they are DEFINITELY different agencies. Both maritime, vastly different.

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1 - Ocean freight rates have been on a steady decline since just after the beginning of 2022 – but does a decline from an astronomical high really count? Timothy Dooner talks about it in his #WTT Newsletter. Drewry is seeing the same thing.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/will-ocean-rates-sink-below-4k

2- The Federal Maritime Commission's Request for Information (Emergency Order) is already receiving comments! Notably, the Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers is strongly in favor of the FMC issuing an emergency order, and so is most everyone else commenting on the docket. Have a look:

https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/proceeding/22-19/

3- Greg Miller is reporting that imports are still up 3% year over year and up 15% from pre-pandemic levels! Even despite huge cancellations from major importers. That's a lot of cargo!

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/turning-point-port-of-la-boss-sees-imports-easing-lower-in-august

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S1.E27 - FMC asks for data sharing comments // Nat'l Shipper Advisory Cmte releases 6, er... 3? recommendations.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (8/12/22):
The Federal Maritime Commission is seeking comments on the benefits of issuing an emergency order requiring information sharing and it's only open for 30 days. AND this week the FMC's National Shipper Advisory Committee released six... er... 3 new recommendations - what do they say? Let's break it all down!

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1 - This week's U.S. Department of Transportation of Transportation's Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) initiative met.

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2- Michael Angell at JOC.com is reporting that the Harbor Trucking Association is also weighing in on empties at terminals/ports and the problems the drayage carriers are facing on the west coast - echoing the Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers in their letter re: empties handled at ports and terminals.

https://lnkd.in/eEceJf_d

3- Timothy Dooner and the Dude (Michael Vincent) on #WhatTheTruck?!? asked Rachel Premack (of FreightWaves) what the biggest story in freight so far this year is - she said AB5. What do you think?

https://lnkd.in/eaR-ADzZ

FMC's OSRA 2022 Implementation Webpage:
https://www.fmc.gov/fmc-establishes-osra-2022-implementation-webpage/

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S1.E26 - Hot Topics Captain's Log - Port of NYNJ Fees // FMC Office Restructure // Recap on Charge Complaints and OSRA D&D Billing

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (8/5/22):

Hot Topics - Captains Log Edition

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We’ve done this before, we’re going to do it again – this is the HOT TOPICS edition. There’s a lot going on – let’s break it down.

TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey announced a new container imbalance fee.

2- The Federal Maritime Commission restructured it's Bureau of Enforcement to the newly formed Bureau of Enforcement, Investigations, and Compliance (BEIC).

3- A recap of Charge Complaints

4 - A recap of the OSRA 22 requirements for demurrage and detention invoices.

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S1.E25 - FMC Meeting; no rule (yet), no cry.

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/29/22):

Guess what isn't released yet: Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate with Respect to Vessel Space.

To be fair the law says INITIATE a rulemaking within 30 days, but the Federal Maritime Commission says they are close to releasing it - what else did they say at the Commission meeting this week? Have a listen...

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - John Gallagher wrote in American Shipper this week an article title, "FMC needs more staff to enforce ocean shipping reforms, official says".

Let's file this one in, yep, agreed, we've been saying that.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_fmc-needs-more-staff-to-enforce-ocean-shipping-activity-6957875108543664128-1bHJ?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web

2- The Federal Maritime Commission had their FMC Commission Meeting on Wednesday, July 27th at 10am.

https://lnkd.in/eA8pJ7AZ

3- By Land and By Sea is now a PODCAST! Look for it anywhere you get your podcasts. This is a great way to check out old episodes, relisten to particularly interesting subjects, or just pass the time while you're driving to the beach.

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S1.E24 - A Refresher: FMC's 2020 D&D Interpretive Rule

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/22/22):
As we’re about to approach three rapid fire rulemakings from the FMC, let's revisit the D&D interpretive rule from 2020 to refresh what is already on the books – and hopefully help guide our comments and insights as an industry to help the FMC move forward. The second rule of the three directed rulemakings is on detention and demurrage - so let's talk about what's the rule/interpretive rule now.

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2- Journal of Commerce article by Michael Angell is reporting that some terminals and even ocean carriers have delayed or stopped billing for D&D while they sort out their internal billing systems to accommodate and comply with OSRA 22's prescriptive requirements.

https://www.joc.com/maritime-news/container-lines/hapag-lloyd/ocean-carriers-port-terminals-navigate-osra-22-complexities_20220712.html

3- The Federal Maritime Commission set their next FMC Commission Meeting for next Wednesday, July 27th at 10am. On the agenda: the first of the required rulemakings (in closed session, bummer!).

https://www.fmc.gov/commission-meeting-scheduled-for-july-27-2022/

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S1.E23 - FMC Industry Advisory: How to File a Charge Complaint

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/15/22):

Charge Complaints! The Federal Maritime Commission released an industry advisory - I help break it down so we can understand what is happening here...

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2- Prime Day was this week! Andy Jassy released some impressive stats and Zachary Rogers made some great points in his LinkedIn post. Both linked here:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_prime-day-2022-was-the-biggest-prime-day-activity-6953658870628032512-S_QS?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web

Zachary Rogers LinkedIn post:

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3- The Federal Maritime Commission released an industry advisory (interim guidance) on charge complaints - and that is our topic of the day!

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laurenbeagen_industry-advisory-interim-procedures-for-activity-6953475713911951361-2Aa_?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web

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S1.E22 - The Federal Maritime Commission's (FMC) Upcoming Rulemakings

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/8/22):
The Federal Maritime Commission has been directed to undertake three rulemakings in the next 30/45/60 days - and the first one is scheduled to start NEXT WEEK! I'll break down the timelines and what issues these rulemakings are going to tackle.

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2- CISA – the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency announced that they will be hosting a public workshop to discuss basic cybersecurity measures that should be in place to ensure critical infrastructure systems meet the minimum level of cybersecurity needed to protect essential operations. The feedback from this workshop will help inform the final version of the Cybersecurity Performance Goals, or the “Common Baseline.”

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6950830879178985472?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=member_desktop_web

3- Did you know that the Federal Maritime Commission has area representatives...

They are just that - FMC reps that are in the industry, closer to the action. Bring them in on discussions about bogus free time policies, inconsistent invoicing, and just anything you're seeing in the industry that you want them to look into.

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S1.E21 - OSRA 98 - a historical snapshot of where we've come...

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (7/1/22):
What happened with the last Ocean Shipping Reform Act - OSRA 98?

Federal Maritime Commission's OSRA 98 Report:
https://lnkd.in/gfzkNUSy

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) contract expires today!

Transport Topics report:
https://lnkd.in/gw8MzTwi

New ILWU funded, independent report on automation (from the Economic Roundtable, written by Daniel Flaming and Patrick Burns):
https://lnkd.in/gfcGCWWW

2- France asks CMA CGM to lower their rates // unrelated??? // France lowers their rates for French imports

gCaptain:
https://lnkd.in/g-Z7HdVG

Lars Jensen's post:
https://lnkd.in/gf6WnMEy

3- Blank sailings are on the rise again... as reported by gCaptain and project44

https://lnkd.in/gQcMebs5

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S1.E21 - Airline alliances vs. ocean alliances? Both cartels? Neither cartels? Where is the outrage!?

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/24/22):
Are airline alliances treated differently than ocean alliances? Where is the outrage?

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - OSRA 22 has been signed into law! Are your invoices now considered defunct?

2- Ocean alliance antitrust immunity on the chopping block?? Bad idea.

https://lnkd.in/gK4-sWuV

3- Breakeven point for Maersk's ocean shipping up by 25%

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S1.E20 - OSRA 22 and Fact Finding 29 - implementation and timelines -- who is subject to what right away...

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/17/22):
OSRA and Fact Finding 29 - let's talk implementation and timelines. Who is subject to what right away...

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TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - OSRA 22 has been signed into law! What does that mean now?

2- ILWU and PMA are unlikely to reach a deal by July 1st deadline - strikes unlikely?

3- Be careful hating big boats and ocean carriers. This could have some major repercussions.

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S1.E5 - What is an ocean alliance anyway?

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (3/5/22):
What is an ocean alliance anyway?

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Did you know that the Federal Maritime Commission cannot deny alliance applications? AND did you know that there are THREE ocean alliances, not ONE GIANT alliance as you may be lead to believe with some of the recent discussion of ocean cartels...? We also talk about the Global Regulatory Summit with the European Commission, DG Competition, and the People's Republic of China's Ministry of Transport.

Let's dive in...

But first, my...
TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK:
1- The Federal Maritime Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice signed an Memorandum of Understanding:
https://lnkd.in/eTnYhY82

2- Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei had a Braveheart moment declaring "over my dead body" when asked if DOJ was taking over the FMC. I talk about it here:
https://lnkd.in/ePDVXSkj

3- Cybersecurity and the United States Senate. The U.S. Senate approved a cyber incident reporting bill that requires reporting incidents to Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency within 72 hours. I talk about it more here: https://lnkd.in/eRKKnb9T

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S1.E13 - FMC Releases "How to" for Filing a Claim!

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (4/29/22):
Need a translation of the FMC's "How to" video on filing complaints and reporting Shipping Act violations? I have you covered!

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The Federal Maritime Commission released an instructional video on their YouTube page about how to file a complaint or report a shipping act violation – did you take a look but still don’t understand it? I break it down here and provide a little more explanation on certain areas that might be a little confusing.

But first, my...

TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - Hapag-Lloyd AG-Lloyd released information that they will equip their entire container fleet with real-time tracking devices. Hmm... how will this work in real-world conditions - shipping isn't necessarily conducive to after-market fragile tech components.

Container News Article:
https://lnkd.in/eVbSY5gR

gCaptain Article:
https://lnkd.in/ezQuPRwJ

2- The Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) convened an interagency working group to compile freight information, organized in four sections: 1) Port Congestion - Inside the Gate, 2) Port Congestion - Outside the Gate, 3) Freight Movement, 4) Transportation Labor and Capacity Tightness

BTS Report:
https://lnkd.in/ddSTEXjD

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S1.E14 - FMC Rulemaking: Carrier automated tariffs and pass through charges

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/6/22):
There's another rulemaking going through the FMC - and this one is talking about PASS THROUGH CHARGES. Do I have your attention?!

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The Federal Maritime Commission released a new rulemaking on pass through charges and automated tariff filing... did you know that?

I didn't! And I want to thank Rebecca Fenneman for posting about it through her company Jeffrey/Fenneman Law + Strategy, PLLC and on their client alert this week (https://lnkd.in/eP52JSJW)

More show note links:
FMC Docket 21-03:
https://lnkd.in/eqQ5uhcX

NPRM on Carrier Automated Tariffs and Pass Through Rates:
https://lnkd.in/egBtr5Kx

There were only THREE comments filed in the ANPRM stage Comments were filed by:
- National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Inc.,
- Association of Food Industries (AFI),
- NYNJ Foreign Freight Forwarders & Brokers Association

But first, my...

TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - Ocean carrier alliances under heighted reporting requirements...

My LinkedIn Post on the issue:
https://lnkd.in/eGigeTFi

FMC's announcement:
https://lnkd.in/e-iYj2z9

2- The International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) labor negotiations are about to kick off.

The Maritime Executive report:
https://lnkd.in/eM_3sQu2

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S1.E15 - ILWU and PMA Contract Negotiations - a historical look

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/13/22):
The International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) Contract Negotiations

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It started. The west coast labor negotiations have begun… people are paying attention to it this year, but do you really know what their relationship has been like through the years? And who the players are? Let’s break it down…

But first, my...
TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - Ørsted is hoping that coral reefs will be able to generate and grow on the base of offshore wind turbines.

https://lnkd.in/ewnAtc2B

2- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration has a new Maritime Administrator! Rear Adm. ANN PHILLIPS, USN, Ret. was confirmed by the United States Senate today as the 20th Administrator of the DOT Maritime Administration! Rear Adm Phillips is also the first woman to be confirmed to the role!

3- On May 17 – the CMTS – Committee on the Marine Transportation System will be co-hosting a virtual panel discussion with the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) on current infrastructure investments and meeting future Marine Transportation System requirements - this webinar is taking place during National United for MTS Infrastructure Week.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022, 2 - 3:30 p.m. (eastern)
The panel includes opening remarks by Ms. Lucinda Lessley, Chair of the CMTS Coordinating Board and Acting Administrator of the Maritime Administration and Mr. Christopher J. Connor, President and CEO of AAPA. Four expert panelists will present their views of current infrastructure investments and meeting future MTS requirements.

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S1.E16 - Hot Topics - Captain's Log Edition

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/20/22):
Hot Topics - Captain's Log Edition

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We’ve done this before, we’re going to do it again – this is the HOT TOPICS edition. There’s a lot going on – let’s break it down.

TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - CMA CGM - early container return incentive program
https://lnkd.in/gsvwSVmR

2- Federal Maritime Commission - Commission Meeting - May 18, 2022
https://lnkd.in/gwVX35xF

Fact Finding 29
https://lnkd.in/gPJHhTmf

Assessment of the People's Republic of China's Control of Container and Intermodal Chassis Manufacturing
https://lnkd.in/gX9aQW32

The Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (VOCC) Audit Program
https://lnkd.in/gGHnBphU

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Carrier Automated Tariffs
https://lnkd.in/eqQ5uhcX
https://lnkd.in/gA4Ur2mX

3- Peter Tirschwell reporting a requested suspension of labor negotiation discussion between International Longshore Warehouse Union ILWU and Pacific Maritime Association PMA

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S1.E17 - Ocean Carriers and Service Contracts - what's going on and what's going wrong

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (5/27/22):
Ocean carriers and contracts!

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Ocean carriers and contracts - what's going on and what's going wrong... Let’s chat about a little bit of recent history, a notable case, and where I think we may be heading next.

But first, my...
TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - National Maritime Day was May 22th!

2- The Hill blog post by Ed Emmett, former President of The National Industrial Transportation League has some thoughts on the Ocean Shipping Reform Act '21/'22 - the cure can't be worse than the disease.

https://lnkd.in/gPPesX5y

3- John Gallagher, Chief Washington Correspondent for FreightWaves, wrote about Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei’s appearance at The National Industrial Transportation League (NITL) conference. In short, Gallagher said that Maffei wants more control over ocean carrier contracting.

https://lnkd.in/gAzADCYt

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S1.E18 - FMC's Fact Finding 29 Final Report released!

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/3/22):
The Federal Maritime Commission's Fact Finding 29 - Final Report released!

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The FMC released their final report for Fact Finding 29 – and I’m going to break it down for you.

But first, my...
TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - Brand new Port Envoy: General Steve Lyons (ret.)

https://lnkd.in/ghgRSMUZ

FreightWaves Article:
https://lnkd.in/gVbw8Njp

2- I, Lauren, The Maritime Professorᵀᴹ, like big boats... and you should too.

Rachel Premack wrote an article late last week, "Giant container ships are ruining everything" and in it she boldly states "I hate big boats, and so should you." I disagree.

https://lnkd.in/gMsYYpDC

Then Rachel had a follow up article yesterday, "How we all paid for the shipping giants' $150 billion windfall," with guest, Olaf Merk, who works at the ITF - International Transport Forum: Shipping at the ORGANIZATION FOR ECONOMIC COOPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT (OECD).

https://lnkd.in/gGz6Fe9D

3- We're down to just 25 ships off the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach. Isn't it amazing that we consider this a small number?!

https://hubs.la/Q01cD-x50

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S1.E19 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act will be a law!

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Topic of the Week (6/10/22):
OSRA's on the move! The Ocean Shipping Reform Act is reportedly getting new life and will become a law by the end of the month - maybe even by the end of next week!

The Maritime Professorᵀᴹ presents By Land and By Sea - an attorney breaking down the week in supply chain

with Lauren Beagen (Founder of The Maritime Professorᵀᴹ and Squall Strategies)

Let's dive in...
. . .

But first, my...
TOP 3 STORIES OF THE WEEK -

1 - U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration has announced the new membership of the Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee. I am honored to be among the appointees to the committee.

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2- FMC Approved a $2 Million Settlement Agreement with Hapag-Lloyd AG

3- The Federal Maritime Commission's Fact Finding 29's Recommendations are already rolling out as initiatives!

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By Land and By Sea

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S4.E28 - Trade Turbulence and Tech Advances

S4.E27 - FMC’s Order to Show Cause: What’s Really Going On?

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S4.E25 - Ports, Policy, and Polar Ambitions

S4.E24 - Advisory Committees, Tariff Whiplash, and Harbor Safety Committees

S4.E23 - Flags, Fees, and a Maritime Holiday

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S4.E19 - USTR Sec 301 Hearings & Everything Else You Missed This Week

S4.E18 - Navigating Global Maritime Choke Points: FMC's Investigation into Unfair Shipping Conditions

S4.E17 - Special Guest: Commissioner Dye reveals how principles, not regulations, transform maritime commerce.

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S4.E15 - Is the FMC the secret weapon in the Panama Canal discussions?

S4.E.14 - Captain's Log Edition (incl. what is the FMC's role in the Panama Canal discussion? an unfavorable conditions review...)

S4.E13 - What I'm watching in 2025...

S4.E11 - ILA and USMX ink a deal!

S4.E11 - Captain's Log Edition (Maritime Legislation Unveiled: SHIPS Act, FMC Rulemakings, and Strategic Alliances)

S4.E10 - Captain's Log Edition (Truckers have entered the chat on the FMC Rule Petitions... & an ILA & USMX Update)

S4.E9 - Captain's Log Holiday Series (FMC Rule Petitions Update // ILA Update // Chairman Dye?? // NSAC Meeting Highlights // FMC & Spain)

S4.E8 - Captain's Log Edition (FMC Rule Petitions Update // ILA Update // Comm'r leaving FMC)

S4.E7 - New Leadership, New Direction: What a New President and Political Shift Mean for the FMC

S4.E6 - Captain's Log Edition (FMC Rulemaking Roundup // Final Rule Petitions Updates // ILA & USMX Updates // Global Alliances Updates)

S4.E5 - FMC Meeting and D&D Petition Update

S4.E4 - ILA/USMX Interim Agreement Filed... at the FMC?!?

S4.E3 - Petition Filed against FMC's Final Rule on Unreasonable Refusal to Deal or Negotiate w/r/t/ Vessel Space Accommodations

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S3.E20 - FMC Round Up!

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S3.E15 - FMC Final Rule on D&D - Correction Published

S3.E14 - USTR initiates a section 301 investigation into China (maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors)

S3.E13 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements - Part 3 - MTO Invoicing Questions

S3.E12 - FMC releases RFI#2 of the MTDI (and a broad discussion of MTDI)

S3.E11 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements - Part 2 - Operational Implementation Challenges

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S3.E9 - FMC's FY2025 Congressional Budget Justification - what's on deck for 2025?

S3.E8 - FMC Nat'l Shipper Advisory Committee Meeting Recap and Letter on DCSA Vessel Schedule Standards

S3.E7 - FMC's Final D&D Rule Simplified - Just the Highlights

S3.E6 - FMC's Final Rule on D&D Billing Requirements RELEASED - Part 1 - MTOs included in scope

S3.E5 - Special Permission Applications and the FMC's Red Sea hearing

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S3.E2 - Captain's Log - US ECS, FMC Hearing re: Red Sea, Gemini Collaboration

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S2.E34 - FMC's Nat'l Shipper Advisory Committee and FACAs 101

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