19 August 2026
Hapag-Lloyd changes VGM billing process at UK terminals
Hapag-Lloyd will change the way Verified Gross Mass (VGM) charges are billed for shipments from two UK terminals. The new billing process will take effect on 1 September 2026 . From that date, Hapag-Lloyd UK will no longer invoice VGM charges for shipments from London Gateway and Southampton. Terminals to invoice VGM charges directly Any applicable VGM charges will instead be invoiced directly by the respective terminal . The change covers: London Gateway (GBLGP) Southampton (GBSOU) Customers will therefore need to settle applicable VGM charges directly with the terminal.
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