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Running your export business remotely beyond 2020
Last updated on April 1, 2020 by Ben Thompson
Tips and resources for running your export business remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Incoterms® Explained – The Complete Guide
Last updated on September 15, 2018 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® play such a vital part in global trade. Incoterms® 2010 or Incoterms® 2018 can seem to be confusing at first. But, buyers and sellers must clearly understand how they work and their obligations along the supply chain. In this article we provide simple explanations along with an Incoterms® infographic to explain Incoterms®.
Understand shipping container sizes & specifications and shipping methods
Last updated on September 13, 2018 by Ben ThompsonThere are 4 modes of transport along the International Supply Chain. Goods can be transported via Sea, Air, Road or Rail. Multiple modes of transport will most likely be used for 1 single shipment to get products delivered to International locations.
Create and Download a Commercial Invoice template for Export
Last updated on September 7, 2018 by Ben ThompsonFirst, a Commercial Invoice document is an important trade document used in Global Trade. When products ship internationally, the shipper will have to provide the buyer with a Commercial Invoice document. The buyer (importer) will use this invoice and other shipping documents to get the products cleared through customs in the country of import. In…
Create and Download a Shipper’s Letters of Instruction Document
Last updated on September 4, 2018 by Ben ThompsonA Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) is an essential legal document/contract created between the shipper and the freight forwarder (or 3rd party) that is organizing the export of a shipment. It is a detailed document used in International trade that provides logistics instructions relating the the export of a shipment.
Create and Download a Quotation Document for Export Shipments
Last updated on September 3, 2018 by Ben ThompsonWhen Importers source new products and connect with Exporters, the exporter will offer their product details and pricing information. The Exporter must ensure that all information is clearly stated in a correctly formatted Quotation document. This will ensure that there are no disputes relating to product quality, specifications, pricing and delivery terms.
Create and Download a Packing Declaration Document ISPM15
Last updated on September 2, 2018 by Ben ThompsonAn export packing declaration is an important document that states the type of packaging materials that are used to pack goods inside shipping containers for export.
Running your export business remotely beyond 2020
Last updated on April 1, 2020 by Ben Thompson
Tips and resources for running your export business remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More »
Unit Load Device ULD Air Container Specifications
Last updated on April 8, 2019 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® Explained – The Complete Guide
Last updated on September 15, 2018 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® play such a vital part in global trade. Incoterms® 2010 or Incoterms® 2018 can seem to be confusing at first. But, buyers and sellers must clearly understand how they work and their obligations along the supply chain. In this article we provide simple explanations along with an Incoterms® infographic to explain Incoterms®. Read More »
Understand shipping container sizes & specifications and shipping methods
Last updated on September 13, 2018 by Ben ThompsonThere are 4 modes of transport along the International Supply Chain. Goods can be transported via Sea, Air, Road or Rail. Multiple modes of transport will most likely be used for 1 single shipment to get products delivered to International locations. Read More »
Create and Download a Commercial Invoice template for Export
Last updated on September 7, 2018 by Ben ThompsonFirst, a Commercial Invoice document is an important trade document used in Global Trade. When products ship internationally, the shipper will have to provide the buyer with a Commercial Invoice document. The buyer (importer) will use this invoice and other shipping documents to get the products cleared through customs in the country of import. In doing so, this provides all important information and instructions for buyers, freight forwarders, Customs, agents and banks (if required). Read More »
Create and Download a Shipper’s Letters of Instruction Document
Last updated on September 4, 2018 by Ben ThompsonA Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) is an essential legal document/contract created between the shipper and the freight forwarder (or 3rd party) that is organizing the export of a shipment. It is a detailed document used in International trade that provides logistics instructions relating the the export of a shipment. Read More »
Create and Download a Quotation Document for Export Shipments
Last updated on September 3, 2018 by Ben ThompsonWhen Importers source new products and connect with Exporters, the exporter will offer their product details and pricing information. The Exporter must ensure that all information is clearly stated in a correctly formatted Quotation document. This will ensure that there are no disputes relating to product quality, specifications, pricing and delivery terms. Read More »
Create and Download a Packing Declaration Document ISPM15
Last updated on September 2, 2018 by Ben ThompsonAn export packing declaration is an important document that states the type of packaging materials that are used to pack goods inside shipping containers for export. Read More »
