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the successful export of your goods to your customers, we have summarised
below the main points that require attention. They can be broken
down as follows.
1. Export Documentation
2. Getting paid
3. Planning the shipment of your cargo
1. Export documentation
The documentation that is needed to export cargo can
be split into 3 main types.
a) Contract between Buyer and Seller
b) Documents for the physical movement of the goods
c) Documentation for the Consignee - to cover customs clearance,
payment etc.
a) Contract between Buyer / Seller
Commercial Invoice - Exporter (seller) prepares
an invoice to the buyer, showing the price of the goods and terms
of shipment (sale). A packing list accompanies the invoice which
show the number of packages, description, physical weight and
size etc.
Certificate of conformity - Invoicing regulations do vary according
to the destination, therefore additional certificates maybe required
for importation. We will be happy to advise you on this.
b) Documents to transport
Shipping Instructions - Clear instructions from the exporter to
our staff in Fred. Olsen are essential. We can provide you with
a standard shipping note for completion.
Dangerous Goods Note - For goods classified
as dangerous in the UK, IMO, ADR, RID or IATA regulations, we
need you to complete a standard dangerous goods declaration before
shipment.
Bill of lading - Issued by Fred. Olsen or
the ultimate carrier of your cargo and forms the contract of carriage.
It is regarded by the banks as the most important document in
international trade, as it has it is evidence of the contract
of carriage, receipt of the goods and is a transferable document
of title for the goods.
c) Documents for the consignee / customs
The international movement of goods may require further documentation
to support their status, to satisfy the Customs authorities. This
will depend upon the place or origin, destination or mode of transport,
We can advise you of the regulations for each country accordingly.
2. How do you get paid ?
The 4 main methods of payment for your exports are
identified below. Additional advice could be sought from your bankers
or finance houses. Consideration must be given to payment of the
freight and transport costs. These should be agreed as part of your
commercial contract, and reference to the terms of delivery should
be made in the contract. INCOTERMS 2000 are used to define terms
of delivery and who pays for the transport of your goods.
Payment in advance - Ideal for the exporter and prevalent
in trades with developing countries.
Letter of Credit - These mutually secure payment for
both the buyer and seller. A document, issued by a bank following
instructions by a buyer, authorising the seller to draw a specified
sum of money under specified terms, once appropriate documents are
presented to confirm the transfer/shipment of goods).
Cash against documents - Payment is made when the
title to goods is transferred.
Open account - The traditional route for domestic
trade, whereby buyer invoices seller, and seller then pays based
on credit terms.
3. Planning the shipment of
your cargo
The arrangements for the transportation and logistics
of your cargo, ensuing it is shipped in the correct manner, plays
a vital role in selling your goods to your customers.
The checklist below should help you through this process.
Our staff are very experienced in handling almost any kind of cargo
and would welcome the opportunity to give guidance and provide a
free, no obligation quotation.
1. Product Type
2. Protecting Your Goods
3. Choosing the Best Route
4. Speed of delivery
5. Customs and other documentation
1. Product Type
What's special about your cargo ?
Are they hazardous ?
Do they require temperature control or special lifting equipment
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Are the goods alive, fragile or particularly valuable ?
Ensure the mode of transport and packaging of your goods is appropriate.
We can help you decide on what's suitabile for each mode of transport
and can advise or pack the goods on your behalf.
2. Protecting your goods
Transit packaging, marking and labeling - ensure your goods arrive
at your client’s premises in excellent condition. The goods
should be packaged to withstand natural hazard stresses, temperature
changes, humidity and safeguard against theft.
Insure your goods for transit. For a competitive premium, we
are able to offer fully comprehensive marine insurance.
3. Choosing the Route
Working together we will help you choose the
most appropriate mode of transport, route and transit time. We
will help you understand the legal constraints and restrictions
that certain countries impose during international trade with
their country.
4. Speed of delivery
Ensuring that the transit time to deliver your goods is acceptable
to your clients. With experience in managing and transporting
goods by sea, air, road, rail and courier, we are able to help
you make the right decisions.
5. Customs
It is important that you check ahead to ensure that the goods
being shipped meet local customs requirements. With our knowledge
of shipping to most destinations world-wide and our network of
overseas partners we can help you ensure your cargo will be delivered
without delay.
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