Federal Maritime Commission Files New Asia-Colombia Shipping Agreements
Published Date: 3/12/2025
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Summary
The Federal Maritime Commission just announced new shipping agreements that affect companies moving goods between the U.S. and Asia or Colombia. These deals tweak how space on ships is shared and change some service details, starting around April 19-20, 2025. If you’re involved in shipping or trade, now’s the time to check the changes and share your thoughts within 7 to 12 days!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Kyowa/Swire Pacific–Asia Service Change
An amendment to the KYOWA/SSL Pacific–Asia Slot Charter Agreement changes certain operational details for the service. The amendment was filed with a proposed effective date of April 20, 2025.
Maersk/Hapag‑Lloyd Colombia Space Charter
The Maersk/Hapag-Lloyd Colombia Space Charter Agreement authorizes Maersk to charter space to Hapag-Lloyd for trade between the U.S. Gulf Coast and Cartagena, Colombia. The agreement was filed with a proposed effective date of April 19, 2025.
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