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GLOSSARY

A glossary of widely used words in the logistics industry. Delve into the
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Value-added Tax (VAT)
A tax consumers pay when they purchase goods and services, levied at each point of the supply chain where value is added.
Verified Gross Mass (VGM)
The combined weight of the container, including the cargo, dunnage, and bracing.