1 What method does the customer use to get VGM ?

Customers can use either of the following two methods to get the container’s VGM:

  • Method 1: Weigh the entire packed container
  • Method 2: Weigh each shipment packed in the container plus the weight of other components inside the container and add the weight of the container
2 Can containers without VGM be received by the port

From July 1, 2016, containers without VGM will not be accepted into the port

3 How will containers with VGM exceeding the max gross weight be handled at the port ?

Port will not accept containers entering the port and loading onto the ship