Forthcoming Event
Commercial Shipping Documents
18/03/2026
Event Time: 09:30 - 12:30
Event Theme: International Trade
Price: Member Rate: £75.00 +VAT | Non Member Rate: £150.00 +VAT
Event Location:
Surrey Chambers of Commerce
Block E, Dukes Court
Duke Street
Woking
Surrey
GU21 5BH
FULLY BOOKED: Don’t worry – let us know your interest so you can be first to know if a space/s becomes available. To join the waitlist, please email export@surrey-chambers.co.uk. Keep your eyes peeled, as we may run the training course again this year!
A Practical Half-Day Course for UK SMEs
Getting shipping documents wrong can cost your business time, money, and reputation.
This half-day training course is designed to help UK SMEs understand, manage, and complete commercial shipping documents correctly — reducing risk and improving international trade efficiency.
What the Course Covers:
- Overview of key commercial shipping documents
- Commercial invoices, packing lists & certificates
- Bills of lading and transport documents
- Common documentation errors and how to avoid them
- The relationship between shipping documents, Incoterms® and payment terms
- Practical examples and real-world SME case studies
Why This Course Matters:
Incorrect or incomplete shipping documentation can result in:
- Delayed or rejected shipments
- Financial penalties and unexpected charges
- Disputes with customers, suppliers, or freight forwarders
- Payment delays under letters of credit or trade finance
- Increased scrutiny from customs authorities
Who Should Attend:
- SME owners and directors
- Export and operations staff
- Finance and administration teams
- Logistics and supply chain professionals
- Anyone responsible for international shipments
- No prior export experience required
Course Details:
- Duration: Half day (morning 3 hours)
- Format: In-person
- Materials: Full course handbook
Instructor:
Linda Bazant LLB (Hons) Barrister and Member of The Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade.
Delegates will leave with a clear understanding of commercial shipping documents, greater confidence in managing exports, and practical steps to reduce risk and delays.
MEMBER DISCOUNT: Book one attendee and receive 50% off second booking! (subsequent bookings at normal member rate)
To book under this discount, please email export@surrey-chambers.co.uk.
Exclusively available to members of Surrey Chambers. Discount applies to additional attendees from the same company only.
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