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Statement of Commissioner Louis Sola: Seafarer Welfare Group Publishes Guide to Help Mariners Receive Vaccines
The North American Maritime Ministry Association has published a list of locations across the United States where seafarers can receive COVID-19 vaccines. This link is provided in the interest of sharing information with mariners who might be having difficultly accessing the vaccine. Louis E. Sola is a Commissioner with the… Read More »
Statement of Commissioner Khouri on NCBFAA Recognition
On May 25, 2021, Commissioner Khouri was presented with a plaque of appreciation by a representative of the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) in a private ceremony. The commendation recognized Commissioner Khouri for “… his dedication to excellence and exemplary service as Chairman of the Federal… Read More »
Statement of Commissioner Louis Sola: Urging Governors to Vaccinate Cruise Ship Crews
Commissioner Louis E. Sola today urged governors of four states to vaccinate seafarers working on cruise ships as a way to revitalize the tourism industry and help expedite the Nation’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The text of letters sent to the Governors of California, Maryland, New York, and… Read More »
Statement of Commissioner Louis E. Sola: Celebrating Maritime Day 2021
Every year on May 22nd, we celebrate National Maritime Day. This year, it is particularly appropriate to pause and reflect on the contributions Merchant Mariners and the U.S. flag fleet make to the security of the Nation and our economy. Since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United… Read More »
Remarks as Provided by Chairman Daniel B. Maffei: Celebrating Maritime Day 2021
The remarks of Chairman Daniel B. Maffei made as part of the National Maritime Day celebration are available for viewing at: https://youtube.com/watch?v=rb7ltUMXOPo%3Fstart%3D1525 His remark as delivered are below: Often in dire circumstances, the leadership that matters most does not come from flag officers, statemen or CEOs – But from the… Read More »
Statement of Commissioner Sola: Donating Surplus Vaccines to Caribbean & Central America Would Benefit American Industry & Security
Sharing surplus COVID-19 vaccine doses with Caribbean and Central American nations will help protect vulnerable populations, promote U.S. diplomatic efforts, and help restart an important industry within the American travel and tourism service sector. Those are the arguments made in a letter sent Tuesday to President Joseph Biden by Federal… Read More »
Statement of Commissioner Rebecca F. Dye Applauding the Creation of the FMC National Shipper Advisory Committee
I have long believed and said publicly on repeated occasions, the Commission would benefit from having a formal and established method for collecting the advice of its shipper constituency. In fact, one of the final recommendations I made to the Commission at the conclusion of Fact Finding 28 was the need… Read More »
Letter of Commissioner Sola to President Biden on Caribbean Cruise Vaccines
Letter of Commissioner Sola to President Biden encouraging the prioritization of Caribbean and Central American cruise ports when distributing surplus vaccines to foreign shores. Louis E. Sola is a Commissioner with the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission. The thoughts and comments expressed here are their own and do not necessarily represent the… Read More »
Chairman Maffei Discusses Port & Supply Chain Issues During Port of LA Briefing
Federal Maritime Commission Chairman Daniel Maffei joined Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka for a media availability that is now available for viewing on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5Rapavwjsw The event was hosted by the Port of Los Angeles for the purpose of providing its monthly operational and volume update…. Read More »
Remarks by Commissioner Carl W. Bentzel at the Institute of Recycling and Scrap Industries (IRSI) Board of Directors Meeting
I’d like to thank your CEO Robin Weiner and her team for inviting me to speak with you today. I appreciate the opportunity to talk with you today. To update you on what is going on with the FMC and maritime industry. Answer your questions and most importantly learn from… Read More »