Regulatory Scrutiny Expands as US Authorities Begin Investigating Freight Forwarders
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is now expanding its investigations to include freight forwarders, not just ocean carriers. Shippers have begun filing complaints accusing forwarders, specifically Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers, of unjust and unreasonable practices. The central issue revolves around the assessment of detention and demurrage (D&D) charges, with allegations that some forwarders are unfairly profiting from these fees. A high-profile case has been brought against Seko Logistics by a shipper, highlighting the growing trend. This shift in regulatory focus could lead to a significant increase in legal challenges against forwarders, reshaping accountability across the logistics industry.
Official Source: https://theloadstar.com/now-its-forwarders-behaving-badly-as-well-as-carriers/
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