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MSC wins first-ever US complaint about congestion fees
Posted on October 6, 2023 |
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has ruled in favor of MSC in a dispute regarding congestion charges.
A company called SOFi Paper Products had expressed concerns about MSC's $1,000 congestion surcharge.
The FMC rejected the complaint, concluding that it did not violate the rules of the Shipping Act.
The commission determined that the surcharge was not akin to a detention-and-demurrage fee.
Inadequate evidence was found to substantiate claims of MSC violating property handling regulations.
While most commissioners supported the dismissal, one dissented from the decision.