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Some of the world’s leading banks have partnered with TradeIX and R3 to facilitate post-shipment finance powered by blockchain technology. Leading global banks together with TradeIX and R3 pilot blockchain… read more →

Following the release of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Banking Commission’s 2017 Trade Register report, we interviewed Krishan Ramadurai, the new Chair of the ICC Trade Register Project to on… read more →

China has been world’s largest steel consumer for decades. In 2017, the positive market performance on steel consumption through the year brings 3% to 4% increase in China steel demand.… read more →

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Banking Commission has released its 2017 Trade Register report—Global Risks in Trade Finance. The report reveals the low-risk nature of transactions that support global… read more →

Over the past few years, China has maintained steady growth to help generate the global economy. This rapid growth can be attributed to numerous factors. One of the most important… read more →

Shipping products, goods and cargo overseas can be tricky business, but if done correctly, can be fruitful and profitable for those businesses looking to grow. It goes without saying that… read more →

Trade Finance Global and Bibby Financial Services structure a £9.3m facility for SBZ Corporation, a global manufacturer, supplier and distributor of additives, markers, special products and Bitumen SBZ Corporation, a… read more →

Global multilateralism has been going through its toughest period over the last year. The world has yet to get adjusted to the ‘new normal’, even as the multilateral institutions and… read more →

International trade might be good opportunity for a business to grow, but it’s not without its challenges and risks. In fact, there are quite a few things that can make… read more →

The explosion of fintech has certainly disrupted the financial services sector. From ATMs to facial recognition, we explore the key events in the history of fintech and what developments are… read more →

How are we addressing the $1.5tn trade finance gap? TFG recognizes the best in trade finance at the 2017 International Trade Awards The winners of the 2017 TFG International Trade… read more →

A good ocean freight rate may be subjective whether you are a shipping line or a shipper. Negotiating and securing a low freight rate may be vital to a shipper’s… read more →

We spoke to Chris May, CEO of Carry Cargo, which handles cargoes around the world, and brokers transport solutions for importers and exporters. Chris, tell us a bit about yourself,… read more →

We spoke to David Noah, President of Shipping Solutions, which provides export software to those trading abroad and creating export documentation. David, tell us a bit about you, your background,… read more →

The world is getting smaller because of technology. This also applies to the logistics industry. While goods still need to travel the same distance to reach the final destination, the… read more →