Maersk Fined $1.9M by US Regulator Over Unfair Detention and Demurrage Fees
Shipping line Maersk has been ordered by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to pay a $1.9 million fine for unjust detention and demurrage (D&D) charges. The ruling favored shipper OJ Commerce, which argued it was incorrectly billed for fees on containers. This decision is a significant enforcement action under the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022. The FMC's judgment labels Maersk's billing practices as "unjust and unreasonable." The case sets a major precedent, with other ocean carriers like MSC and HMM also reportedly under investigation for similar practices.
Official Source: https://theloadstar.com/maersk-fined-1-9m-for-unfair-dd-fees-with-more-carriers-in-the-firing-line/
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