A complaint has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission by Euromarket Designs, Inc. against several shipping companies, including MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA, Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd., and others. The complaint alleges violations of U.S. shipping laws related to unfair demurrage and detention charges, as well as the failure of some shipping companies to fulfill service commitments and improper billing practices. The Commission has jurisdiction over these claims according to the Shipping Act of 1984. The initial decision by the administrative judge is expected by January 8, 2026, and the final decision by the Commission by July 22, 2026.
Simple Explanation
A company called Euromarket Designs is upset with some big shipping companies because they charge extra unfair fees and make mistakes with billing. They told a U.S. agency called the Federal Maritime Commission about it, and now the Commission will investigate to see if the shipping companies broke any rules.