FMC Looking Into Shipping Act Complaint From NVOCC Against Hapag-Lloyd
The Federal Maritime Commission is expected to make a decision by March 16, 2015, on a complaint filed by non-vessel-operating common carrier (NVOCC) Global Link Logistics against ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd for the latter’s alleged refusal to negotiate the rates it…
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charged the NVOCC under its service contract, as well as discriminatory treatment. Global Link is requesting reparations for violations of the Shipping Act, as well other damages, costs, and attorney’s fees. FMC assigned the case to an administrative law judge, who is expected to make an initial decision by Sept. 15, 2014.