Trade category
Energy & Resources
Fuels, coal, biomass, petrochemical feedstocks and energy equipment.
Overview
Trading energy & resources.
Energy and resource trade involves large volumes, specialised logistics and some of the most heavily regulated products in international commerce.
Specification, quantity basis and the inspection regime are central to every contract.
- Petroleum products
- Coal
- Biomass & pellets
- LPG
- Solar & storage equipment
Common trade characteristics
What usually defines the deal.
General characteristics of the category. Specific requirements always depend on the product, the parties and the destination.
- Regulation
- Licensing, sanctions screening and destination rules apply to many products.
- Quantity basis
- Measured at load or discharge, with agreed tolerance.
- Logistics
- Tankers, bulk vessels or specialised containers.
- Inspection
- Independent quantity and quality inspection is standard.
For buyers
Buyer considerations
- Confirm the import licences your destination requires.
- Specify the quality standard and inspection point.
- Define quantity basis and tolerance.
For suppliers
Supplier considerations
- State your role in the chain — producer, refiner or trader.
- Describe the documentation you can provide.
- Be clear about available volumes and loading windows.
Documents often involved
Typical examples only. Requirements vary by product, origin and destination — always confirm with the relevant authority or adviser.
- Certificate of quality
- Certificate of quantity
- Certificate of origin
- Bill of lading
- Safety data sheet
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