FMC Investigates Canadian BWMS Regs, COVID-19 Risks on Cruises

摘要

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has had a busy several weeks as it undertakes investigations into the impact of Canadian ballast water regulations on U.S. lake carriers how the U.S.-based cruise industry can resume operations. In May, the FMC voted unanimously to accept a petition filed by the Lake Carriers' Association (LCA) that alleges ballast water regulations proposed by the Government of Canada will discriminate against U.S.-flag vessel operators. In its petition, the LCA asserts that "Transport Canada, an agency of the Government of Canada, has proposed adoption of regulations requiring LCA's members who operate vessels that operate exclusively on the Great Lakes and St.