Shipper commits offence where exceeds container’s maximum gross mass

Where the gross mass of a packed container is greater than one metric ton above that indicated on the verified gross mass certificate furnished by the delivering ship, the shipper, and the consignee which furnished the certificate each commits an offence and is liable upon summary conviction to a fine not less than one thousand dollars and not exceeding five thousand dollars, and any port manager, upon becoming so aware of the discrepancy shall report the discrepancy to the Authority, which may be in such manner as the Authority determines. mass.