This notice informs customers about new International Maritime Organization requirements for verified container weights that take effect on July 1, 2016. Shippers will need to provide the verified gross weight of packed containers to carriers and terminals before loading to comply with amended Safety of Life at Sea Convention regulations. Shippers can use one of two methods to determine the weight - either weighing the packed container directly or calculating the total weight by weighing all cargo items and the container tare weight. Wan Hai Lines will work with industry parties to implement the new rules as smoothly as possible while allowing shippers to submit verified weights to permit cargo loading. Customers are asked to understand and cooperate with these changes.