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DCSA Interface Standard for VGM 1.0.1 - Glossary of Terms

This page is republished as part of the complete documentation set for this version. No content changes were made compared to the 1.0.0 version.

As part of DCSA’s commitment to standardisation and collaboration across the container shipping industry, the DCSA Glossary of Terms has been updated to align with the VGM Standard.

The following term and definition has been updated to maintain consistency and support shared understanding across stakeholders.

Term	Definition
Verified Gross Mass (VGM)	The Verified Gross Mass (VGM) is the weight of the cargo, including dunnage and bracing, plus the tare weight of the container carrying this cargo. A declaration informing the carrier of the weight of the container, verified by an authorized person from the shipper or on behalf of said shipper.