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  • Guide | Create and Download a Proforma Invoice Template for Global Trade

    Last updated on May 7, 2020 by Ben Thompson
    Guide on how to create a Proforma Invoice template

    A Proforma Invoice document is an important document used when selling goods Internationally. It can also be referred to as a “pro forma invoice” or “performa invoice”. Buyers and sellers will negotiate the details of the products to be supplied, then the seller will create a Proforma Invoice document to confirm all details of the…

  • Running your export business remotely beyond 2020

    Last updated on April 1, 2020 by Ben Thompson
    Manage Export Business Remotely

    Tips and resources for running your export business remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • The Import Export Shipping Trade Guide Online

    Last updated on September 29, 2018 by Ben Thompson

    If you’re an existing or new importer, exporter or trading company wanting to learn about an import export course online, download the Global Trade Guide.

  • Incoterms® Explained – The Complete Guide

    Last updated on September 15, 2018 by Ben Thompson
    Incoterms 2010 chart

    Incoterms® 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 Thompson

    There 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 Thompson

    First, 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…

  • How to Create and Download a Packing List for Export Shipments

    Last updated on September 6, 2018 by Ben Thompson

    What is an Export Packing List Document? An export packing list is a detailed document that states all of the product and packaging details contained in each shipment.  Shippers must create a compliant packing list document to share to freight forwarders, shipping lines, importers and other parties along the supply chain.  In this article we…

  • Create and Download a Shipper’s Letters of Instruction Document

    Last updated on September 4, 2018 by Ben Thompson

    A 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 Thompson

    When 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.

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Glossary of Shipping Terms

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Guide | Create and Download a Proforma Invoice Template for Global Trade

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Export Manager's Guide to Remote Working

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