WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D- MI), Chair of the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight, and Ports will convene a hearing titled, “Uncharted Waters: Challenges Posed by Ocean Shipping Supply Chains,” at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. This hearing will examine the impacts of COVID-19 on the ocean shipping supply chain that have led businesses and consumers across the country to experience major delays and price increases. While the underlying issues are multifaceted, this hearing would look at some of the most timely problems being faced today. Specifically, the hearing will examine the business and operational practices around ocean shipping that have contributed to these challenges.

WITNESSES 

• John Butler, CEO, World Shipping Council 
• Greg Regan, President of Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO 
• Paul Doyle, CEO, Coastal Automotive 
• Norman Krug, CEO, Preferred Popcorn

DETAILS

Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight, and Ports

10:00 a.m.

Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Committee Hearing Room, Russell 253

WATCH LIVE STREAM:  www.commerce.senate.gov

Due to current limited access to the Capitol complex, the general public is encouraged to view this hearing via the live stream. Social distancing is now lifted for vaccinated members of the press who wish to attend. The Office of the Attending Physician recommends that all individuals wear masks while in interior spaces and other individuals are present

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