[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 52 (Friday, March 18, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Page 13197]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-5424]


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FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION

[Docket No. 05-02]


SAT International Corporation v. Great White Fleet (US), Ltd.; 
Notice of Filing of Complaint and Assignment

    Notice is given that a complaint has been filed with the Federal 
Maritime Commission (``Commission'') by SAT International Corporation 
(``SAT'' or ``Complainant'') against Great White Fleet (US), Ltd. 
(``Great White'' or ``Respondent''). Great White, acting as a VOCC, 
transported cargo for SAT from the United States to Guatemala. 
Complainant contends that Respondent violated section 10(b)(4)(E) of 
the Shipping Act of 1984, 46 U.S.C. app. Sec.  1709(b)(4)(E), by 
engaging in unfair and unjustly discriminatory practices relating to 
the adjustment and settlement of claims. Complainant also contends that 
Respondent violated section 10(d)(1) of the Shipping Act of 1984, 46 
U.S.C. app. Sec.  1709(d)(1), by failing to establish, observe, and 
enforce just and reasonable regulations and practices relating to the 
handling of SAT's goods. Complainant claims that it has suffered 
damages in the amount of at least $69,520. Complainant seeks an order 
directing Respondent to cease and desist from such unlawful activities 
and compelling Respondent to make reparations to SAT in an amount to be 
proved at an administrative hearing, plus interest, costs, and 
reasonable attorneys' fees.
    This proceeding has been assigned to the Office of Administrative 
Law Judges. Hearing in this matter, if any is held, shall commence 
within the time limitations prescribed in 46 CFR 502.61, and only after 
consideration has been given by the parties and the presiding officer 
to the use of alternative forms of dispute resolution. The hearing 
shall include oral testimony and cross-examination in the discretion of 
the presiding officer only upon proper showing that there are genuine 
issues of material fact that cannot be resolved on the basis of sworn 
statements, affidavits, depositions, or other documents or that the 
nature of the matter in issue is such that an oral hearing and cross-
examination are necessary for the development of an adequate record. 
Pursuant to the further terms of 46 CFR 502.61, the initial decision of 
the presiding officer in this proceeding shall be issued by March 9, 
2006 and the final decision of the Commission shall be issued by July 
7, 2006.

Bryant L. VanBrakle,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 05-5424 Filed 3-17-05; 8:45 am]
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