Today’s 13:00 Freight Pulse: New Shipping Law Changes Explained in Under 3 Minutes

Regulatory shifts are moving faster than the freight they govern. As of June 22, 2026, three major legal updates are hitting the supply chain, demanding immediate attention from every high-growth brand.

FMC Clamps Down on Demurrage

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is officially tightening the screws on the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) implementation. Carriers are reconfiguring tariffs to comply with new billing transparency rules. For shippers, this means a clearer path to disputing "unreasonable" detention and demurrage charges. If your invoices don't match the new OSRA-mandated formats, you are likely overpaying.

The EU Customs Cliff

Effective July 1, 2026, the EU is abolishing the €150 customs duty exemption for low-value imports. Every commercial shipment, regardless of size, will now face duty assessments. For e-commerce brands utilizing Mid-Atlantic fulfillment, this requires an immediate pivot in landed-cost calculations and routing strategies to avoid massive delivery delays at the border.

Relief for Refrigerated Freight

On the domestic front, the EPA has proposed easing leak-repair requirements specifically for intermodal transport refrigeration units (TRUs). This is a rare win for the bottom line, reducing the compliance burden for any food-grade warehouse operator and refrigerated carrier. It allows for more streamlined maintenance without sacrificing the overall HFC phasedown goals.

The Bottom Line

Navigating these shifts requires a partner who understands the intersection of law and logistics. Whether you need a Hazmat certified 3PL or a scalable Glen Burnie warehouse, Lanta Logistics ensures your operations remain compliant and cost-effective.

Stop reacting to the market: start leading it with 3PL Maryland expertise. Contact Lanta Logistics to audit your current shipping strategy.