摘要: |
Many are questioning what impact the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 will have on ocean carriers. In short, analysts say: "Not much." The Act essentially revises requirements governing ocean shipping to increase the authority of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to promote the growth and development of U.S. exports through an ocean transportation system that's competitive, efficient, and economical. For example, the bill requires the FMC to investigate complaints about detention and demurrage charges (i.e., late fees) charged by common ocean carriers, determine whether those charges are reasonable, and order refunds for unreasonable charges. |