Vgm cut off意思

"VGM cut off" is a term used in the context of container shipping, specifically referring to the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) deadline for submitting the weight of a container to the shipping company. The term "cut off" refers to the deadline or the last time by which the VGM must be provided to the shipping company.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) introduced the VGM requirement with the goal of improving safety and preventing accidents caused by overloaded containers. According to the SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) Convention, as of July 1, 2016, all packed containers must have a verified gross mass declared by the shipper before they can be loaded onto a ship.

The VGM cut-off time is the deadline set by the shipping company by which the shipper must provide the VGM of the container. This deadline is typically several hours before the vessel's scheduled departure time to allow for the verification process and to ensure that the container can be loaded safely and efficiently.

It's important for shippers to be aware of the VGM cut-off time to ensure that their container's weight is properly declared and to avoid any penalties, delays, or even the container being left behind if the VGM is not provided in time. Shippers can provide the VGM through various methods, such as weighing the packed container on a calibrated scale or by calculating the tare weight of the container and the weight of the cargo using a certified method.