SPECIALIZED SERVICES

From Charter, Insurance, Letters of Credit To Warehousing

Jade International offers additional value-added services to our clients.

INSURANCE

Many exporters and importers rely on the trucker, airline, or ocean carrier’s liability coverage to insure their international shipments. In most cases, this coverage is inadequate which is why we offer Open Marine Cargo Insurance.

LETTER OF CREDIT

When it comes to a Letter of Credit, Jade will answer your questions, concerns, review, documentation preparation, and the submittal to the designated bank.

AIR FREIGHT CHARTER

The Charter Department within Jade International has 35+ years’ experience and understands exactly what it takes to manage a charter flight from start to finish.

WAREHOUSING

Whether you have freight coming inbound and need your container stripped or if you have cargo you need consolidated prior to export, our warehouse is ready to assist with your cargo.

Insurance

Many exporters and importers rely on a trucker’s, airline’s, or ocean carrier’s liability coverage to protect their international shipments. However, this coverage is often inadequate. Carrier liability policies have numerous exclusions and low limits, covering only losses within the carrier’s control.

Under international rules liability is typically limited to:

  • $500 per container for ocean freight
  • $9.07 per pound ($20 per kilogram) for air freight.

Carrier Exclusions - Areas Where Carriers Are NOT Responsible

The burden of proof also rests with the exporter or
importer to prove the claim.

Your Cargo, Fully Covered from Start to Finish

We offer Open Marine Cargo Insurance to our clients and recommend all shipments be properly insured. The policy covers all risk (warehouse to warehouse in most cases) and we can institute clauses for war, riots, strikes, and civil commotions so that you and your clients have proper insurance coverage.

All Risk
Coverage

Comprehensive protection for your cargo

Warehouse to
Warehouse

Complete journey coverage in most cases

War & Strikes
Clauses

Additional protection for civil unrest

No Burden of Proof

Simplified claims process

Letter Of Credit

When it comes to a Letter of Credit, Jade will answer your questions, concerns, review, documentation preparation, and the submittal to the designated bank. We work to get you paid quickly and also to get the documents punctually to your customer so there are no delays with your customer receiving the merchandise.

 

We begin our service with the Proforma Invoice. We will work on the terms, conditions, and provide you with information on insurance and freight costs to destinations worldwide.

Once the credit is opened, we will review the credit and advise you of the potential pitfalls and problem areas; provided that you email or fax us a copy for our review. At the time of shipment, we will work to ensure that the documentation conforms to the credit. Documents will then be sent by expedited service to the bank.

Our Process

We start with your Proforma Invoice and work on terms, conditions, and provide insurance and freight cost information worldwide.

Once opened, we review the credit and advise you of potential pitfalls and problem areas when you provide us a copy.

At shipment time, we ensure all documentation conforms to the credit requirements.

Documents are sent by expedited service to the designated bank for quick processing.

Service Availability

We offer our Letter of Credit services when Jade International is handling the international movement of your cargo.

Guidelines for Establishment of Letters of Credit

Here are suggestions on Guidelines for Establishment of Letters of Credit which will need to be tailored specifically to your requirements.

Air Freight Charters

The Charter Department within Jade International has 35+ years’ experience and understand exactly what it takes to manage a charter flight from start to finish.

 

This service is particularly needed when there is an extremely large order that is needed urgently to your customer overseas. Our knowledgeable staff are available to you offering outstanding service and flexibility for all your charter needs. Chartering an aircraft puts your company in control of your shipment. Large, small, heavy or tall, we have the means to move it and have it arrive at any destination safety.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today to discuss your Letter of Credit needs and how we can help streamline your international trade documentation.

We’re Good, But Don’t Take Our Word For It

“Wow! It’s great to know who to contact for help, and even better…being helped ! We couldn’t have done this without you, and your resources. Thanks for looking out for us. Thanks for the quick and easy to understand reply! Your help on our recent letter of credit shipment allowed for a smooth and easy transaction.”

Wendy from medical supply company

“We have been doing business with Jade International for over 10 years. During that time, they have excelled in their service, attention to detail and understanding of the import issues. We are very pleased to have Jade International as our US Custom Broker”


Rafael from Manufacturer of silicon emultions

“I just wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I have appreciated Caitlin’s diligence and help with these shipments. She has been very patient and so very easy to work with. Her knowledge of all the details of forwarding has made these 2 shipments almost stress free! I am just grateful that I had the opportunity to work with Caitlin. She is a Keeper!”

Brian from battery company