Us Federal Maritime Commission

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is an independent agency of the United States government located in Washington, D.C. It is a regulatory body with 129 employees and generates approximately $50 million in revenue. The FMC works to ensure fair and competitive practices within the international ocean transportation industry. Their efforts focus on protecting the public from unfair and deceptive practices, ultimately supporting a reliable and competitive international ocean transportation system that benefits the U.S. economy. The FMC achieves its mission through various means, including investigating complaints, issuing regulations, and enforcing compliance with maritime laws. They also provide information and resources to the public and industry stakeholders. For more information about the Federal Maritime Commission, please visit their website at fmc.gov.