Tariff Hosting & Publication Services for NVOCCs
DMS Trade Services provides the ideal modern infrastructure needed to publish your tariff, and our easy-to-use automated systems allow you to efficiently publish your ocean shipping rates. In addition, with Dart Maritime as your trusted tariff filing agent, your business will enjoy:
- Quickly processed updates to rates, rules, fees, etc via our online request form
- Easily viewable and retrievable published information
- New commodities and seamlessly incorporated into your index
- Ability to publish numerous rates and trade routes for the same commodity at once
a rate quote for publishing services
Why FMC Tariff Compliance Matters
The Federal Maritime Commission requires any business licensed or registered to perform non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC) operations in the US must also publish all their most up to date shipping rates, charges, classifications, rules, and practices for public inspection; often referred to as a “tariff”. Furthermore:
- Tariff commodity items must be labeled, and index must be organized in compliance with FMC policy
- Tariffs must be published online, in an automated system
- Provide access (and instructions for access) upon request from general public and the FMC, free of charge
- Failure to maintain a tariff will result in revocation or suspension of the NVOCC’s license or registration
Partnering with the DMS team first and foremost ensures that, rather than siphoning valuable time and resources from your business to the (often times) daily maintenance of your tariff, you have a dedicated team of professionals to handle the task on your behalf. Our tariff hosting service for NVOCC clients is fast, secure, and fully aligned with the Federal Maritime Commission requirements, which means more time and peace of mind for our clients to focus on scaling their operations. If you are still in the process of obtaining your license or registration, our FMC Registration & Onboarding service can guide you through the application process, bond requirements, and cost considerations before your tariff is published. Dart Maritime also provides FMC Regulatory Consulting & Training to help your team stay current with FMC rules and avoid compliance pitfalls.
Our Tariff Hosting Service for NVOCC Clients
As experts in OTI license requirements, publishing with DMS Trade Services means the following for your business needs:
- Every rate filing or rule change request can be easily submitted through our online request form and is carefully inspected by one of our trained professionals for FMC compliance; including proper commodity description terminology, effective dates, consistent indexing, etc
- We process and publish most requests same day or within 24 hours, ensuring minimal delays to client operations
- We will monitor and maintain all aspects related to the FMC’s standard of integrity for your tariff; including proper archiving of all historical data; responding to requests for FMC periodic review or public requests for access; and organizing data to comply with access capability requirements
Our servers on tariffcenter.com, Dart Maritime’s official interactive website, are backed up by world class cloud and anti-virus technologies; meaning all information required to maintain your FMC license/registration are safe and will not be shared with anyone who does not otherwise have access.
Benefits of Our Tariff Management Solutions
We understand that “compliance” might not be the first word that comes to mind when a potential client thinks about basic needs like efficiency or cost effectiveness, so listen to this testimony about how this client managed to achieve both using our services!
“As a foreign based NVOCC, I credit the DMS team for our successful expansion into US port operations that began nearly 2 years ago. The speed in which their staff works with attention to detail is unmatched: with their help, we were able to finalize our registration and launch our tariff within days of submitting our application, long before some of our overseas competitors. This allowed us to a head start on offering our services to US shippers, and as a result we have increased our revenue nearly 25% over the last 24 months.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does Dart Maritime help with publishing updates?
We provide a fast, secure, and fully automated system to submit changes. Most requests are processed and published the same day or within 24 hours.
How much does it cost to obtain an NVOCC license?
Costs for an NVOCC license vary depending on factors such as bonds and registration fees. Dart Maritime can guide you through the application process, including bond requirements and cost considerations, before your information is published.
How do I become an OTI in the US?
To become an OTI (Ocean Transportation Intermediary) in the US, you must register with the Federal Maritime Commission, meet bonding requirements, and maintain a compliant tariff. Dart Maritime offers FMC registration and onboarding services to simplify this process and ensure all regulatory requirements are met.
Can I publish multiple rates and trade routes at once?
Yes! Our service allows you to submit numerous rates and trade routes for the same commodity simultaneously, streamlining your updates and saving time.
