Opportunity
Federal Register #201475
Federal Maritime Commission Regulatory Notice: Shipping Agreements and Complaint
Buyer
Federal Maritime Commission
Posted
July 21, 2026
Identifier
201475
This opportunity involves a regulatory notice from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regarding agreements filed under the Shipping Act of 1984. - Government buyer: - Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) - OEMs and vendors mentioned: - COSCO Shipping Lines Co., Ltd. - COSCO Shipping Lines (North America) Inc. - COSCO Shipping Lines (India) Private - Hapag-Lloyd AG - Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd. - Products/services requested: - No products or services are being procured; the notice pertains to regulatory filings and agreements between shipping companies - Unique or notable requirements: - The notice includes an amended complaint by MAC Industries Inc. (dba MAC Container Line) against COSCO Shipping Lines entities for alleged violations of the Shipping Act - Announcement of the Indamex India-America Express-TII Slot Charter Agreement (No. 201475) between Hapag-Lloyd AG and Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd., authorizing vessel space chartering between India, Oman, and U.S. East Coast ports - The notice is for public comment and regulatory purposes, not procurement
Description
This notice from the Federal Maritime Commission announces the filing of agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. It includes details about an amended complaint filed by MAC Industries Inc. against COSCO Shipping Lines and related entities, alleging violations of various provisions of the Shipping Act. The notice invites interested parties to submit comments and provides links to the full text and related documents. The agreement mentioned authorizes Hapag-Lloyd to charter space to Ocean Network Express in trades between India, Oman, and U.S. East Coast ports.