How We Trade
Structured forInternational Trade.
Commercial flexibility within a documented framework. Not every structure is available for every transaction; each is considered on its merits.
The Transaction
Nine Stages, Documented.
Buyer mandate
The requirement and the buying authority behind it are established.
Sourcing
Suitable coffee is identified through farm, cooperative and established supply network relationships.
Quality confirmation
Applicable quality controls are agreed and evidence is provided before acceptance.
Commercial terms
Price basis, quantity, tolerances, packaging and timelines are recorded in writing.
Incoterm
The delivery term is agreed and applied consistently across the contract.
Documentation
The documentary set required by the buyer, bank and destination market is defined up front.
Payment
The payment structure is agreed and aligned to the documentary and performance conditions.
Shipment
Packaging, containerisation and shipment proceed against the agreed terms.
Completion
Documents are presented and the transaction is closed out as contracted.
Payment & Security
Commercial Flexibility Within a Documented Framework.
LC
Documentary Letters of Credit may be considered subject to issuing bank, wording and documentary conditions.
TT
Telegraphic Transfer structures may include advance payment, deposit and balance, or payment against agreed documentation.
Escrow
For suitable transactions, independent escrow may be considered to enhance payment and performance security.
Other Bankable Structures
Guarantees, documentary collections and other appropriate banking structures may be discussed where commercially appropriate.
Transaction Discipline
- Written commercial terms
- Defined specifications
- Agreed Incoterms
- Documentary requirements
- Counterparty verification
Request Coffee Supply
Let’s Discuss Your Coffee Requirement.
Tell us what you are buying. Access Noble will review the requirement against available origin supply and determine the appropriate next step.