Bureau of Trade Analysis

Bureau of Trade Analysis Type: Research and Development Agencies Parent organization: Federal Maritime Commission Top organization: Department of Transportation Employees: Executive: Director Budget: Address: 800 North Capitol Street NW, Washington, DC 20573 Website: https://www.fmc.gov/bta Creation Legislation: Wikipedia: Bureau of Trade Analysis

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Mission The Bureau of Trade Analysis is tasked with ensuring compliance with the Shipping Act by ocean common carriers and marine terminal operators. Its mission is to monitor, analyze, and report on international trade practices to promote fair competition, transparency, and efficiency in maritime commerce.

Services Trade analysis; compliance monitoring; tariff and agreement review

Regulations Shipping Act of 1984; Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022

Bureau of Trade Analysis (BTA) is a part of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in Washington, D.C. BTA works to analyze trade practices, review tariffs, and ensure compliance with maritime laws among ocean common carriers and marine terminal operators.

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Mission

The mission of BTA is to foster a transparent and competitive maritime environment by analyzing trade data, monitoring carrier and terminal operations, and ensuring compliance with the Shipping Act. This includes the review of tariffs, service contracts, and agreements to prevent unfair practices.

Parent organization

BTA operates under the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), which is part of the Department of Transportation. The FMC oversees international ocean transportation for the protection of shippers.

Legislation

The activities of BTA are governed by the Shipping Act of 1984 and the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022, which provide the legal framework for its regulatory oversight.

Partners

• Ocean carriers and marine terminal operators for compliance and data
• Shipping industry associations for policy input
• International trade bodies for alignment with global practices

Number of employees

The exact number of employees is not publicly specified, but BTA includes analysts, economists, and regulatory specialists.

Organization structure

BTA's structure focuses on:

Leader

The head of BTA is known as the Director of the Bureau of Trade Analysis.

Divisions

• Tariff and Service Contract Compliance
• Agreement Analysis
• Trade and Market Analysis

List of programs

• Tariff Publications Review
• Service Contract Filings Oversight
• Analysis of Ocean Common Carrier Agreements
• Market Research on Trade Practices

Last total enacted budget

Specific budget details for BTA are not publicly disclosed, as they are part of the FMC's broader budget.

Staff

Staff includes trade analysts, economists, and regulatory compliance experts, supported by administrative personnel.

Funding

Funding for BTA comes from the Federal Maritime Commission's budget, which is appropriated by Congress under the Department of Transportation.

Services provided

BTA provides services like the review and analysis of tariffs, service contracts, and carrier agreements for compliance with maritime law. It also conducts research to understand trade patterns and market dynamics, which informs regulatory and policy decisions.

Headquarters address

800 North Capitol Street NW, Washington, DC 20573

History

The Bureau of Trade Analysis has been a part of the FMC since its establishment, evolving to meet the changing needs of international maritime trade. Its role has become increasingly important with the globalization of trade and the need for regulatory oversight to ensure fair practices.

External links

• Official Website
• wikipedia:Federal Maritime Commission
• U.S. Department of Transportation Official Website