Incoterms 2020
Course Information
Course Introduction
The Incoterms® 2020 is designed to provide working knowledge and interpretation of the newly revised trade terms which will be approved on 25 Sep 2019 and will come into effect on 01 Jan 2020.Â
Incoterms are international rules published by the ICC for the interpretation of trade terms e.g. EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, CPT, CIP, FCA etc. Exporters, Importers, Bankers and Insurers, Freight Forwarders and Carriers need to be aware of the new changes in Incoterms® 2020 which have critical implications to their business especially on the following:
- Carriage of goods between seller/buyer
- Export and Import clearance requirements
- Allocation of costs between seller & buyer
- Acquisition of cargo insurance
- Assumption of risks for loss and damage
Learning Outcome
This course is aimed at building confidence in choosing the right Incoterm rule for the right transaction, in advising organizations when issues arise in the execution of transactions, and in interfacing with logistics, finance and insurance personnel in other companies that come into contact with the same transaction.
Who Should Attend
To All Exporters, Importers, Freight Forwarders, Banks, Lawyers, Insurance Specialists and all those involved in International Trade or Purchasing.
Course Outlines
Topic 1: Overview of Incoterms® 2020 Rules
- What are Incoterms: what is it, what does it clarify, how widely is it used and how may we apply the Incoterms?
Topic 2: Incoterms® 2020 – some common misconceptions
Topic 3: Definitions of Incoterms® 2020
Topic 4: Terms of Sale vs. Terms of Payment
Topic 5: Comparative Matrix of Incoterms® 2020 and Incoterms® 2010
- What important matters are covered by the new Incoterms 2020 and what are the main changes to Incoterms 2010?
Topic 6: The new classification under the new Incoterms® 2020
- Obligations under Incoterms® 2020
Topic 7: Different Modes of transport and appropriate terms
Topic 8: The impact of Incoterms rules on shipping and transport documents
Topic 9: The use of Incoterms® 2020 rules in domestic trade
Topic 10: How will Incoterms® 2020 affect the relationship and specific responsibilities between sellers and buyers?
Topic 11: What are the critical points under Incoterms® 2020 for the transfer of risks and costs?
Topic 12: A detailed diagrammatic analysis of the 11 Incoterms
Topic 13: Relationship of Cargo Insurance with Incoterms
Topic 14: Relationship of Methods of Payment with Incoterms
Trainer's Profile
Mr. Victor Tan
Victor Tan, MBA(Strathclyde), ACIB, MInstAM, is a qualified Life Associate Member of The Chartered Institute of Bankers, London and has 15 years of banking experience covering the areas of International Trade Finance, Remittances, Guarantees, Import and Export departments. He has worked with various International Banks since 1977 starting with Standard Chartered Bank, Amsterdam-Rotterdam Bank, Bangkok Bank, Royal Trust Merchant Bank and lastly Barclays Bank, where he was Deputy Head, Trade Finance, on leaving the Banking industry in 1992.
Since 1992 until now he has been a Training Consultant and conducts regular Company In-house training for Corporate clients and Public Seminars, as well as he undertakes regular training assignments regionally, in Jakarta, Manila and Bangkok. He also holds a Master of Business Administration degree from University of Strathclyde, UK.