On: April 4, 2016 By: Roy Becker
Soybeans Sold on Letter of Credit Go Bad: Who's at Fault?
An exporter shipped $6.8 million in soybeans to a buyer in the Middle East using a standby letter of credit, but the load turned bad. Who's at fault?
All
Export Compliance
Export Forms
Free Trade Agreements
Import Procedures
International Logistics
International Sales & Marketing
Passages Premium
Shipping Solutions Software
On: March 9, 2016 By: David Noah
AESDirect Is Moving to ACE: 5 Things You Need to Do to Prepare
Five things you need to do right now to prepare for the AESDirect move to the ACE platform.
On: February 29, 2016 By: Roy Becker
The Case of the Disappearing Export Shipment
For many exporters, freight forwarders can be invaluable partners to move goods around the world. But always vet your forwarder first for trustworthiness.
On: February 10, 2016 By: David Noah
9 Questions to Save Time Qualifying International Prospects
As companies grow their export markets, one of the challenges is determining which opportunities are real. This simple questionnaire can help.
On: January 27, 2016 By: David Noah
How to Develop a Better Export Strategy
Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned exporter, it’s important to consider your exporting strategy. Without a plan in place, you're just shooting from the hip rather than following a well thought out series of activities that dramatically increase your likelihood of success.
On: January 18, 2016 By: Joseph A. Robinson
From EXW to DDP: Incoterms 2020 Plain and Simple
As an exporter, you need to understand Incoterms 2020 from Ex Works (EXW) to Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and everything in between. Here's a basic overview of what Incoterms are, when they are used, and how they are used.
On: December 14, 2015 By: David Noah
What's a Letter of Credit? (Infographic)
This infographic illustrates how a letter of credit is used in exporting & importing to ensure the seller gets paid and the buyer receives the goods.
On: December 2, 2015 By: David Noah
12 Pearls of Wisdom for New Exporters from the U.S. Commercial Service
Staff from U.S. Commercial Service offices share their most important piece of advice for new exporters.
On: November 30, 2015 By: Roy Becker
A Letter of Credit Helps an Oil Company Recover Millions in Losses
Here's how a U.S. oil company used a letter of credit to recover millions in losses when an oil processing plant was nationalized in Venezuela.
Subscribe to the Newsletter!
Be among the first to know every time a new article has been posted. It is absolutely free!
Subscribe to the Newsletter!
Join the 33,143 other exporters and importers who get the latest news, tips and insights from international trade professionals.