Today’s 15:00 Freight Pulse: Latest Shipping Law Changes Explained in Under 3 Minutes

The regulatory landscape just shifted, and your bottom line is in the crosshairs. From the FMC’s final hammer on detention and demurrage to a massive overhaul of customs enforcement, June 2026 is officially the month of compliance.

The OSRA Factor: No More "Hidden" Fees

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has finished baking the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) implementation into its daily enforcement. As of mid-June, the burden of proof for "reasonable" detention and demurrage (D&D) charges has officially shifted to the carriers. If they can’t prove the terminal was accessible or the equipment was available, you shouldn't be paying the invoice. This is a massive win for transparency, but it requires your team to be hyper-vigilant with documentation.

Customs Enforcement: The 19 U.S.C. 1321 Shakeup

The biggest shock to e-commerce fulfillment this week is the continued suspension of de minimis duty-free treatment. All non-postal shipments, regardless of their value, are now subject to formal entry and duties. If you are importing low-value goods, your "cheap" ocean parcels just got a lot more expensive and documentation-heavy. Simultaneously, the June 3rd Executive Order has ramped up Importer of Record (IOR) vetting: expect more audits and tighter financial standards for your Mid-Atlantic fulfillment operations.

IMO 2026: Safety is Mandatory

New SOLAS amendments are now in full swing, making it mandatory to report any container loss at sea immediately. For brands shipping through the Port of Baltimore, this means carriers are tightening stowage requirements and potentially passing down "safety surcharges" to cover new inclinometer hardware and fire suppression upgrades.

The Lanta Takeaway

Whether you need a Hazmat certified 3PL or a food-grade warehouse to navigate these tightening rules, compliance is no longer optional: it's a competitive advantage. At Lanta Logistics, we handle the red tape so you can focus on scaling. If your current partner is struggling with these shifts, it’s time to move your inventory to our Glen Burnie warehouse.

Takeaway: Audit your carrier invoices for D&D compliance and prepare for higher customs costs on e-commerce imports: or partner with a 3PL Maryland expert who manages it for you.