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Align sales activity with operational shipment data.

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ICEGATE Integration

Accelerate ICEGATE integration delivery for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to India's national customs gateway for automated declaration filing.

ACE Integration

Accelerate ACE integration delivery for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to the US CBP's Automated Commercial Environment for import filings.

AMS Integration

Optimize AMS integration delivery at scale, automating advance cargo manifest submissions into the US Automated Manifest System.

AES Integration

Accelerate AES integration delivery for efficiency, automating US export declaration filing through the Automated Export System.

CDS Integration

Accelerate CDS integration delivery for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to the UK's Customs Declaration Service.

DMS Integration

Streamline Netherlands customs declaration delivery, connecting CargoWise to Dutch Customs' current DMS platform, which fully replaced AGS in 2024.

MPCI Integration

Automate UAE pre-loading manifest filing, connecting CargoWise to MPCI for mandatory cargo information submission before loading.

ICS2 Integration

Accelerate ICS2 integration delivery for efficiency, meeting the EU's mandatory Entry Summary Declaration requirements across all transport modes.

ASM Sequoia Integration

Accelerate ASM Sequoia integration for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to Sequoia's customs filing platform.

TradeNet Integration

Streamline Singapore customs filing, connecting CargoWise to TradeNet's single window for permits, duties, and Certificate of Origin declarations.

ASYCUDA Integration

Accelerate ASYCUDA integration delivery for efficiency, linking CargoWise to the customs automation system used widely across Africa.

SARS Integration

Accelerate SARS integration delivery for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to South Africa's national customs system.

SISCOMEX Integration

Accelerate SISCOMEX integration delivery for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to Brazil's Integrated Foreign Trade System.

VUCEM Integration

Optimize VUCEM integration delivery at scale, connecting CargoWise to Mexico's single window for foreign trade.

NZCS Integration

Accelerate NZCS integration delivery for efficiency, connecting CargoWise to New Zealand Customs Service's filing platform.

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CargoWise ERP Glossary - Key Terms & FAQs

Our CargoWise ERP Glossary Terms provide clear, concise definitions of key terms used in CargoWise, helping users navigate the system with confidence. Along with these definitions, we've included in-depth FAQs to clarify complex concepts, ensuring you get the most out of your CargoWise solutions.

FMC (Federal Maritime Commission) Compliance

Last updated: July 3, 2025
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FMC compliance is the adherence to the rules and regulations established by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), the United States government entity in charge of regulating international ocean transportation. Freight forwarders and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) must follow FMC regulations in order to legally provide shipping services to and from the United States. This includes filing with the FMC, maintaining surety bonds, and adhering to tariff publishing rules.

CargoWise simplifies FMC compliance with built-in modules that handle tariff submissions, license validation, and automated documentation by US maritime legislation. Noncompliance by logistics providers can result in severe consequences such as fines and termination of operating privileges. Proper compliance ensures price transparency, protects shippers from unethical tactics, and nurtures confidence between logistics firms and their clients. Using a platform like CargoWise not only makes it easier to follow FMC requirements, but it also assists global logistics organizations in maintaining operational continuity in the US market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is required to comply with FMC regulations?

Freight forwarders and NVOCCs that handle ocean goods to or from the United States must comply. This comprises both domestic enterprises and foreign-based operators that serve the US market.

What are the major components of FMC compliance?

Compliance requirements include an FMC license, keeping a valid bond, disclosing taxes, and complying with anti-discrimination processes in freight cost and service delivery.

How does CargoWise aid with FMC compliance?

CargoWise automates tariff adjustments, monitors regulatory deadlines, and interacts with FMC-compliant procedures, reducing errors and streamlining filings.

What are the consequences for FMC noncompliance?

The failure to comply may result in fines, suspension of operating authority, or blacklisting from U.S. maritime trade, causing reputational and financial losses.

Is FMC compliance necessary for digital freight forwarders as well?

Yes. Regardless of business model, any organization serving as a freight forwarder or NVOCC in the United States must comply with FMC regulatory requirements, including digital-only providers.