Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (VOCC)

What is a Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (VOCC)? Get the details on what it takes to qualify as a VOCC and offer ocean carrier services under FMC regulations.

Service Contracts (SCs) for VOCCs

What is a Service Contract (SC)?  Learn about Service Contracts (SCs) for Vessel-Operating Common Carriers and how this FMC compliance can work for your organization.

eCFR Title 46 Part 532

Review FMC’s Code of Federal Regulations governing NVOCC Negotiated Rate Arrangements (NRAs).

FMC Tariff Compliance – Tariff Rates

What is a Tariff Rate and how is it used to comply with FMC regulations? Learn about FMC Tariff Rates and how this compliance tool can work for your organization.

FMC Tariff Rules for Surcharges

What is a Tariff Rule and how is it used to comply with FMC regulations for surcharges? Learn about Tariff Rules for Surcharges.

eCFR Title 46 Part 515

Review FMC’s Code of Federal Regulations governing governing licensing, registration, financial responsibility requirements and general duties for OTIs.

eCFR Title 46 Part 520

Review FMC’s Code of Federal Regulations governing carrier automated tariffs.

eCFR Title 46 Part 531

Review FMC’s Code of Federal Regulations governing NVOCC Service Arrangements (NSAs).

Ocean Freight Forwarder (OFF)

What is an Ocean Freight Forwarder (OFF)? Get the details on what it means to be an OFF in the U.S. ocean trade lanes.