Maersk and APL Drop Spain, Oman from Shipping Routes—Comments Due Soon
Published Date: 7/1/2025
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Summary
The Federal Maritime Commission announced a change to a shipping agreement between American Presidents Lines and Maersk Line. They’re removing Spain, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates from their shared shipping routes starting June 25, 2025. If you’re involved in shipping or trade with these areas, now’s the time to check the details and share your thoughts within 12 days!
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Shipping Agreement Drops Spain, Oman, UAE
The amendment to Agreement No. 201451-001 between American Presidents Lines and Maersk Line deletes Spain, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates from the agreement’s scope, effective June 25, 2025. If you ship goods to or from those countries, this change affects the specific carrier agreement that covered those routes.
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