Detention News

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) will host a research symposium on March 31, 2027, at its headquarters in Washington, D.C. This event will bring together scholars conducting research on demurrage and detention (DnD) practices and policies, as well as industry experts who will share insights regarding the use of DnD to incentivize cargo fluidity and velocity. The symposium will foster research and discussion that can advance the understanding of DnD practices and their broader economic and operational implications for freight fluidity.