OCEMA is the authoritative forum where major ocean common carriers align on operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and the future of intermodal transportation across the United States.
OCEMA brings together ten of the world’s most significant ocean common carriers to address the operational and safety challenges inherent to intermodal transportation in the United States.
From equipment interchange standards and chassis provisioning models to regulatory compliance with SOLAS VGM requirements, OCEMA’s member-driven structure ensures that industry best practices are developed by those who operate at the highest levels of the global supply chain.
Learn About OCEMADeveloping Verified Gross Mass best practices ensuring safe, compliant container operations across all U.S. ports and rail terminals — aligned with IMO SOLAS Chapter VI requirements.
Explore InitiativeCoordinating the transition of intermodal chassis operations toward motor carrier and third-party pool models — addressing a uniquely American operational challenge with precision and industry consensus.
Explore InitiativeEstablishing transparent, fair, and practical best practice frameworks for container detention and demurrage — reducing friction between carriers, shippers, and supply chain partners.
Explore InitiativeShaping operational guidelines, legislative positions, and safety protocols that strengthen the integrity and efficiency of the U.S. intermodal supply chain for all stakeholders.
Explore Initiative10 global leaders representing 80% of container fleet capacity in the United States
OCEMA’s recommended framework for accepting and transmitting Verified Gross Mass data, incorporating the Terminal Weighing Approach and On-Dock Rail operations.
Read GuidelinesOCEMA’s coordinated approach to the historic transition in U.S. intermodal chassis provisioning, including location assessments and CCM pool operations overview.
Read BriefOCEMA’s structured approach to fair and transparent detention and demurrage processes, developed to improve consistency and reduce disputes across the supply chain.
Read FrameworkWhether you’re a member carrier, regulator, logistics partner, or industry stakeholder — OCEMA welcomes your engagement on the issues that shape the future of ocean freight in the U.S.