Federal Maritime Commission Investigation of Hapag-Lloyd AG Compliance

Regs.gov: Federal Maritime Commission

Filed March 6th, 2026

Detected March 14th, 2026

Summary

The Federal Maritime Commission has issued an Order Directing Hapag-Lloyd AG to Show Cause in Docket No. CC-002. This investigation will determine if Hapag-Lloyd AG should be ordered to refund or waive charges for failing to comply with specific U.S. maritime regulations.

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The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has initiated an investigation into Hapag-Lloyd AG's compliance with 46 U.S.C. 41104(a), specifically concerning charges assessed for failure to comply with subsections (a)(14) and (a)(15)(B). This action, formalized by an Order Directing Hapag-Lloyd AG to Show Cause issued on March 6, 2026, in Docket No. CC-002, seeks to determine if the company should be compelled to refund or waive these charges.

Regulated entities, particularly those in the maritime shipping industry, should be aware of this investigation as it sets a precedent for enforcement of compliance with specific statutory requirements. Hapag-Lloyd AG is required to respond to the order to show cause, and the outcome could lead to financial penalties in the form of refunds or waived charges. Compliance officers should review the cited statutes and regulations to ensure adherence and prepare for potential scrutiny.

What to do next

Review the FMC Order Directing Hapag-Lloyd AG to Show Cause in Docket No. CC-002.
Assess compliance with 46 U.S.C. 41104(a)(14) and 41104(a)(15)(B).
Consult legal counsel regarding potential implications and response strategies.

Penalties

Potential order to refund or waive charges assessed for non-compliance.

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ACTION:

Notice of availability.

DATES:

The Order Directing Hapag-Lloyd to Show Cause was issued on March 6, 2026.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

On March 6, 2026, the Federal Maritime Commission issued an Order Directing Hapag-Lloyd AG to Show Cause in Docket No. CC-002, Hapag-Lloyd AG—Investigation for Compliance with 46 U.S.C. 41104(a) under the Charge Complaint Procedures of 46 U.S.C. 41310. Acting pursuant 46 U.S.C. 41310 and 46 CFR 502.91, this investigation is instituted to determine why Hapag-Lloyd AG should
not be ordered to refund or waive charges assessed or paid for failure to comply with 46 U.S.C. 41104(a)(14) and 41104(a)(15)(B).

The Order may be viewed in its entirety at https://www2.fmc.gov/readingroom/proceeding/CC-002/.

(Authority: 46 U.S.C. 41310; 46 CFR 502.91)

By the Commission.

David Eng, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2026-04739 Filed 3-10-26; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6730-02-P