Petroleum trading operations
Transaction Process

Transaction Process

A transparent, step-by-step flow designed to build trust and ensure secure petroleum transactions.

How Transactions Work

Every transaction follows a disciplined, fully documented process that protects all parties and meets the expectations of refineries, banks and partners.

Step 1

Buyer Issues ICPO

The buyer submits an Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order with credentials, product specification and quantity.

Step 2

Seller Issues SCO / FCO

After verification, the seller issues a Soft Corporate Offer, then a Full Corporate Offer with complete terms.

Step 3

Contract (SPA) Executed

Both parties sign a Sales Purchase Agreement defining product, quantity, price, delivery and inspection.

Step 4

Financial Instrument

Buyer places the agreed instrument — SBLC, DLC/LC or MT103 — per SPA terms.

Step 5

Product Allocation

Product is allocated and confirmed at the designated storage facility or terminal.

Step 6

Inspection (SGS)

Independent inspection by SGS or Intertek verifies quality, quantity and contract compliance.

Step 7

Shipment / Delivery

Product is delivered per agreed terms — FOB, CIF, TTT, TTV or TTO.

Financial Instruments & Delivery Methods

SBLC — Standby Letter of Credit
DLC — Documentary Letter of Credit
LC — Letter of Credit
MT103 — SWIFT wire transfer
TTT — Tank-to-Tank transfer
TTV — Tank-to-Vessel loading
TTO — Tank Takeover

Initiate a transaction

Submit your ICPO or inquiry to begin the structured transaction process.

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