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Headquartered in the Washington DC metro area, the NCBFAA represents more than 1422+ member companies with 110,000 employees in international trade - the nation's leading freight forwarders, customs brokers, ocean transportation intermediaries (OTIs), NVOCCs and air cargo agents, serving more than 250,000 importers and exporters. The Association’s members handle more than 97% of the entries for goods imported into the United States and are directly involved with the logistics of these goods. Further, members operating as OTIs are involved with approximately 80 to 85% of all exports from the United States. 

 

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As the national voice of the logistics industry since 1897, NCBFAA enables its more than 1,400 member companies with 110,000 employees to be heard in the halls of Congress and the offices of requlators.

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  • NCBFAA Customs Committee Tracks Ongoing Changes to Agricultural Products Exempt from Tariffs

    Nov 21, 2025
    The NCBFAA Customs Committee and Counsel of Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., provide our customs broker members with the latest details of the White House tariff reductions for agricultural product imports, particularly the recent elimination of the 40% tariffs on certain agricultural goods from Brazil. The Committee will continue sending our members Trump Administration tariff updates and subsequent Customs and Border Protection guidance, as soon as received.
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  • AMS Provides Clarifying Guidance for Pistachio MO5 Message Set Filings

    Nov 21, 2025
    The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) provided clarifying guidance to the trade for pistachio MO5 message set filings. The agency monitors the aflatoxin sampling and testing of raw and blanched, shelled and inshell pistachios under HTS codes 0802.52.0000 and 0802.51.0000. These products must be filed under the MO5 message set.
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  • FDA Issues Guidance for Afterhours Holds at Port of Detroit

    Nov 21, 2025
    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued guidance for trucks turned around at the Port of Detroit for FDA afterhours holds. The NCBFAA Regulatory Agencies Committee (RAC) is concerned about the potential for confusion if this process is not well-coordinated between Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and FDA.
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NVOCC Day 2026

New Orleans

Please join us for NCBFAA's NVOCC Day 2026! January 22, 2026 10 am – 4 pm, Port of New Orleans. *The planning committee has added an optional/ bonus lunch and learn and roundtable scheduled Friday, January 23rd:

The exact address of the meeting on Thursday, January 22nd is 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA. Parking is limited and uber is encouraged.  There is no hotel block reserved for this event.  

Agenda includes a special reception graciously sponsored by the New Orleans Terminal LLC. 

Imagine facing a hefty $115,000 penalty, just because your shipments were handled by unlicensed or unregistered agents of the FMC. This happened in June 2023 to a company that was not following the FMC rules. The consequences of non-compliance didn't end there. An audit in early 2024 uncovered similar violations, resulting in an additional $50,000 fine and the appointment of an independent monitor to oversee the company's practices for a full year.

Not understanding your compliance can lead to substantial financial penalties, and repeated violations can result in even greater scrutiny and additional fines. Therefore, regulated entities must proactively ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory obligations. Don’t wait for penalties and oversight to force your hand—take action now to avoid costly mistakes. Do you rely upon agents in other countries to obtain your buy rates? Are you vetting your agents to confirm if they are compliant to FMC as licensed or registered? If not, this could happen to you!

We are delighted to invite you to NCBFAA’s NVOCC Day 2026, an event designed to enhance your understanding and skills in the maritime and logistics industry and minimize those above risks. This event promises to keep you informed about the latest industry developments, including the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) of 2022 and 2024, and potential changes to detention and demurrage billing allowances.
In today's fast-paced maritime industry, Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) face several risks that demand vigilant attention and proactive management.

These risks include:
  • Relationship with Agents: Understanding regulatory obligations and the risks of engaging unvetted agents.
  • Benefits of Negotiated Rate Agreements (NRA): Minimizing risks through proper utilization with fewer limitations than Rate Filing.
  • House Bill of Lading: Assessing the risks associated with its use.
  • FMC Regulatory Audits: Preparing for unexpected audits.
  • Insightful discussions on liabilities, common errors, and legal implications.
Event Highlights: January 22, 2026 10 am – 4 pm, Port of New Orleans
  • Network with industry experts and peers.
  • Gain valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices.
  • Enhance your professional skills and knowledge.
  • Access exclusive resources and support from the NCBFAA.

Registration required for NVOCC Day at https://bit.ly/NVOCCDay2026
There is no hotel block reserved for this event.  The exact address is 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA - parking is limited - uber is encouraged.  

NCBFAA Member Rate $100 / Nonmember Rate $125. Lunch provided.
Email sbailey@ncbfaa.org for information

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NVOCC Day 2026

New Orleans

Please join us for NCBFAA's NVOCC Day 2026! January 22, 2026 10 am – 4 pm, Port of New Orleans. *The planning committee has added an optional/ bonus lunch and learn and roundtable scheduled Friday, January 23rd:

The exact address of the meeting on Thursday, January 22nd is 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA. Parking is limited and uber is encouraged.  There is no hotel block reserved for this event.  

Agenda includes a special reception graciously sponsored by the New Orleans Terminal LLC. 

Imagine facing a hefty $115,000 penalty, just because your shipments were handled by unlicensed or unregistered agents of the FMC. This happened in June 2023 to a company that was not following the FMC rules. The consequences of non-compliance didn't end there. An audit in early 2024 uncovered similar violations, resulting in an additional $50,000 fine and the appointment of an independent monitor to oversee the company's practices for a full year.

Not understanding your compliance can lead to substantial financial penalties, and repeated violations can result in even greater scrutiny and additional fines. Therefore, regulated entities must proactively ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory obligations. Don’t wait for penalties and oversight to force your hand—take action now to avoid costly mistakes. Do you rely upon agents in other countries to obtain your buy rates? Are you vetting your agents to confirm if they are compliant to FMC as licensed or registered? If not, this could happen to you!

We are delighted to invite you to NCBFAA’s NVOCC Day 2026, an event designed to enhance your understanding and skills in the maritime and logistics industry and minimize those above risks. This event promises to keep you informed about the latest industry developments, including the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) of 2022 and 2024, and potential changes to detention and demurrage billing allowances.
In today's fast-paced maritime industry, Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) face several risks that demand vigilant attention and proactive management.

These risks include:
  • Relationship with Agents: Understanding regulatory obligations and the risks of engaging unvetted agents.
  • Benefits of Negotiated Rate Agreements (NRA): Minimizing risks through proper utilization with fewer limitations than Rate Filing.
  • House Bill of Lading: Assessing the risks associated with its use.
  • FMC Regulatory Audits: Preparing for unexpected audits.
  • Insightful discussions on liabilities, common errors, and legal implications.
Event Highlights: January 22, 2026 10 am – 4 pm, Port of New Orleans
  • Network with industry experts and peers.
  • Gain valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices.
  • Enhance your professional skills and knowledge.
  • Access exclusive resources and support from the NCBFAA.

Registration required for NVOCC Day at https://bit.ly/NVOCCDay2026
There is no hotel block reserved for this event.  The exact address is 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA - parking is limited - uber is encouraged.  

NCBFAA Member Rate $100 / Nonmember Rate $125. Lunch provided.
Email sbailey@ncbfaa.org for information

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