How to handle Intermodal and transshipment containers?
A container, transported under SOLAS requirements should already have a VGM when leaving the First Port of
Load. As such, further weighing at the transshipment port facility is not required.
How and when will MOL transmit VGM data to the terminal?
MOL will send VGM data to the terminal by EDI according to agreed/required schedule.
What is the timing of (or when is) MOL’s VGM cut-off requirement?
VGM cut-off dates/times are likely to vary from country to country, from port to port, and from terminal to terminal. As
a general rule, the VGM cut-off time is ‘at the latest’ at CY cut-off time. To ensure a smooth transition into the new
process as well as proper VGM info handling, MOL’s initial request will be that VGM submission is provided
“12 hours” before a container arrives at the terminal for the gate in operation. Please note that MOL will endeavor to
reduce this lead time period as the process stabilizes.
Does MOL have information about the different terminal policies?
MOL is coordinating closely with all of the terminals in our network regarding their respective VGM implementation
policies. Customers should be aware that while some terminals will allow containers with no VGM submission to
enter their terminal others will not and therefore shippers will need to be mindful of this fact when considering timely
submission of VGM. Please refer to
http://cms.molpower.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=4VF3UJo7ECc%3d&portalid=0 which provides a current update
on terminal gate in (MOL operations) acceptance procedure.