# In-Motion Container Weighing Systems

*Last updated: 2026-06-24*

> A loaded container rolls across a weighing platform recessed into the terminal pavement—load cells register the gross weight in milliseconds, with no need for the truck or handling equipment to stop.

A loaded container rolls across a weighing platform recessed into the terminal pavement—load cells register the gross weight in milliseconds, with no need for the truck or handling equipment to stop. In-motion container weighing systems measure the gross mass of freight containers as they pass over weigh-in-motion sensors and feed data directly into port or logistics management systems. The key advantage over static scales is near-continuous operation: throughput is maintained while verified weight records are generated simultaneously. Ports rely on these systems, among other purposes, to meet the SOLAS Verified Gross Mass (VGM) requirement, which mandates a certified container weight before vessel loading. Where installations are type-approved and legally certified, the readings carry full evidentiary weight.

**Source:** [https://www.wmftgs.com/in-motion-weighing/](https://www.wmftgs.com/in-motion-weighing/)

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| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | In-Motion Container Weighing Systems |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 116 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-24 |
| Source | https://www.wmftgs.com/in-motion-weighing/ |

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