The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is signaling a more active and assertive regulatory posture, one that has meaningful implications for ocean carriers, non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCC), shippers, terminals, and other participants across the maritime supply chain. From renewed scrutiny of demurrage and detention practices to expanded investigative tools, updated complaint procedures, and targeted enforcement actions, understanding the FMC’s priorities is increasingly critical to managing legal risk and operational exposure.
In this webinar, Husch Blackwell’s maritime and transportation attorneys will examine how recent FMC activity reflects broader federal policy goals and evolving industry pressures. We will break down the commission’s core regulatory authorities and enforcement mechanisms, highlight recent investigations and litigation trends, and explain how new and existing FMC rules such as the Interpretive Rule and Billing Rule are being applied in practice. The program will also explore how contractual tools, including service contracts, NVOCC service arrangements, and negotiated rate arrangements can be structured to mitigate risk and position businesses for success in an environment of heightened regulatory attention.
Presenters
Julie Maurer, Partner
Benjamin Nashed, Attorney
Serena Tang, Attorney
Who Should Attend
This program is for professionals involved in ocean shipping, including executives, legal teams, operations, supply chain, logistics, risk, compliance, procurement managers, and those managing legal or operational matters.
Continuing Education Credit
This program is pending approval for Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin continuing legal education credit.
Did you miss the webinar?
The webinar recording is available after the event date. Simply register using this on-demand link to access the recorded program.
Questions?
Contact Morgan Buciumean at 303.749.7281.