News2024-02-26T18:13:39-05:00

Update on the Key Bridge Marine Casualty

In light of the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, and as a Baltimore-based company, we join with our fellow business, governmental and local community to express our deepest gratitude for the brave responders who are working on search and rescue efforts. Our thoughts and prayers are directed to all those impacted by this devastating incident. John [...]

Electronic Organic Import Certificates Required by USDA

The organic sector of American agriculture has seen unprecedented growth over the past decade. U.S. sales of organic products continue to grow, and global organic supply chains have become increasingly more complex. With this growth, including an increase in organic imports entering the U.S., the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking new steps to protect the organic brand. [...]

New Ruling on Detention & Demurrage Charges

A ruling was issued last week by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) that establishes new billing requirements for common carriers and marine terminal operators (MTOs). These requirements - which cover charges incurred for demurrage and detention charges - ultimately provide a clearer picture on who may be billed, the timeframe of billing, and the process for potential billing disputes. It [...]

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