Inchcape Shipping Services announced the launch of a new Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) service in the United States.
The launch followed the companys receipt of an Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI) license from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), authorizing it to operate as a licensed NVOCC for cargo moving to and from the United States.
OTI license enables licensed NVOCC operations into US trade lanes
The OTI license authorizes Inchcape Shipping Services to operate as a licensed NVOCC for cargo moving to and from the United States.
The FMCs licensing process requires applicants to demonstrate financial responsibility, regulatory knowledge, and operational readiness. The companys successful licensing is described as reflecting its investment in compliance, infrastructure, and customer service.
Contract carrier mechanics: House Bills of Lading, consolidation, and carrier space
As a licensed NVOCC, Inchcape Shipping Services will issue its own House Bills of Lading and consolidate shipments.
The service also includes direct negotiation with ocean carriers to secure space and competitive rates for shippers of all sizes.
What ISS Marine Services Inc. can offer for FCL and LCL
The service is designed to enable ISS Marine Services Inc. to provide Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) services across major U.S. trade lanes.
It includes end-to-end accountability under an FMC-licensed framework and direct relationships with major ocean carriers for reliable space allocation.
Who the service is built for
The service is designed to support importers, exporters, freight forwarders, and overseas agents needing a U.S.-licensed partner for complex international shipments.
It positions the FMC OTI license as a key credential for any company seeking to operate as an NVOCC in the United States.