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The Federal Maritime Commission has updated its list of controlled carriers, which are shipping companies under foreign government control, increasing their regulatory oversight. The list now includes the Chinese-Polish Joint Stock Shipping Company, making it subject to certain requirements to ensure fair competition and prevent disruptive pricing practices. The updated list still includes carriers such as COSCO SHIPPING and HMM, highlighting their ownership by the governments of China and the Republic of Korea. The Commission invites feedback on any potential errors in the list.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of an agreement between Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. and Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., known as the MSC/Zim Cooperative Working Agreement. This agreement allows the companies to operate a joint fleet of vessels between Asia and the U.S. Atlantic and Gulf Coasts and to share space on other routes. It will take effect on January 9, 2025, replacing a previous agreement after the end of the Maersk/MSC Vessel Sharing Agreement. Interested parties can submit comments via email or mail within 12 days of this notice's publication in the Federal Register.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of two shipping agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. The first agreement is the Gulf/South America Discussion Agreement, which has removed Industrial Maritime Carrier, L.L.C. as a party, and is expected to take effect on December 3, 2024. The second agreement is the ONE/WHL Slot Exchange Agreement, allowing the exchange of shipping slots between Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd and Wan Hai Lines Ltd, scheduled to be effective on December 4, 2024. Interested parties can submit comments about these agreements within 12 days of this notice's publication in the Federal Register.

The Federal Maritime Commission has started an investigation into reports that Spain is making it difficult for certain U.S. vessels to access its ports, particularly affecting those involved in the U.S. Maritime Security Program. This program supports ships that can be used by the U.S. Department of Defense in emergencies. The Commission is seeking comments and information from interested parties, including the Spanish government and affected shipping companies, to understand the situation better and determine if it harms U.S. foreign trade. The investigation aims to ensure fair and efficient trade conditions for U.S. shipping interests.

The Federal Maritime Commission announced the filing of several agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. These include the THE Alliance/Evergreen Vessel Sharing Agreement, the Hapag-Lloyd/Maersk Slot Exchange Agreement, and the Maersk/Zim Gulf-ECSA Space Charter Agreement. Each agreement involves various shipping companies collaborating to either share vessel space or update terms such as the name of a party or the space exchanged. Interested parties are invited to submit comments within 12 days of the notice's appearance in the Federal Register.

The Federal Maritime Commission has received a third-party complaint from Orient Overseas Container Line Limited and OOCL (Europe) Limited against Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. The complaint claims that Samsung Electronics Company allowed its affiliate, Samsung Electronics America, Inc., to use unfair methods to obtain cheaper ocean transportation. These alleged methods included asking for refunds, waivers, and legal actions against ocean carriers. The matter is part of a broader legal proceeding involving claims asserted by Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of several agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. Interested parties are invited to submit comments on these agreements via email or mail. Notably, the agreements include amendments for participation in the New York Shipping Exchange and revisions to space charter arrangements between major shipping companies. These agreements involve companies such as CMA CGM SA, Hapag-Lloyd AG, and Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd., among others, with proposed changes becoming effective by March 12, 2025.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of two agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. The first agreement, called the KYOWA/SSL Pacific—Asia Slot Charter Agreement, involves Kyowa Shipping Company and Swire Shipping and proposes amendments to certain operational details with an effective date of April 20, 2025. The second agreement, named the Maersk/Hapag-Lloyd Colombia Space Charter Agreement, involves Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk, allowing Maersk to provide space to Hapag-Lloyd on routes between the U.S. Gulf Coast and Cartagena, Colombia, effective April 19, 2025. The public is encouraged to submit comments via email or mail, which are most useful if submitted within 12 days of the notice's publication in the Federal Register.

The Federal Maritime Commission will hold a meeting of the National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC) on March 5, 2025, in Long Beach, California. The meeting aims to gather insights and expertise on the ocean freight delivery system, discuss updates from various subcommittees, and address issues within the supply chain. The public is invited to attend and provide feedback during the meeting. Additionally, the meeting will be streamed live on the Commission's YouTube channel or posted afterward if technical issues occur.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of several agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. These agreements involve various shipping companies collaborating on charter and space sharing arrangements. Notably, amendments have been made to update company names and addresses, remove revenue pooling authority, and modify agreement terms. Interested parties can submit comments to the Commission within 12 days from the notice's publication in the Federal Register. Further details and copies of the agreements are accessible online through the Commission's website.