Essentials of Export Management: Transport, Logistics and Documentation
Are you poised to take your business global? Grasp the essentials of export documentation and processes in our comprehensive guide.
Tickets are priced at $349(GST Inc) for members of The Australian Industry Group. Please email big@aigroup.com.au prior to registration if you are unsure of your member promo code.
The global pandemic has reshaped the landscape of international trade, making the expertise in transport, logistics, documentation and supply chain management crucial for success in the global market.
This online workshop will demystify the range of export documents required for international sales and provide an in-depth look at logistics and export processes. Equip your business with the tools for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Explore key strategies for managing transport, logistics, and mitigating payment risks. Engage with fellow participants to share insights and experiences.
Embark on this learning journey to refine your export processes, gain confidence and skills to excel as an exporter.
In two engaging three-hour sessions, our seasoned expert, Mark Coleman, will explore:
- The pivotal role of sales and freight agreements/contracts;
- Incoterms 2020 – the acronyms used in international trade;
- Crafting invoices, packing lists, and essential paperwork;
- Navigating insurance and quarantine considerations;
- Evaluating various payment options (including Letter of Credits);
- Addressing air and maritime freight challenges, and
- Choosing optimal shipping routes.
Whether you are new to export or looking to optimise your current operations, this workshop is designed to enhance your understanding of effective transport, logistics, risk management, and export documentation processes to propel your business forward.
When is the online workshop?
Note: This online workshop is held over two half-days and you should commit to attending both sessions in order to understand and benefit from the export topics taught in its entirety. The ticket price covers attendance for both days.
Tickets are priced at $349 (GST Inc) for members of The Australian Industry Group. Please email big@aigroup.com.au prior to registration if you are unsure of your member promo code.
Session 1
Tuesday, 03 June 2025 From 9.30 am - 12.30 pm (AEST)
Session 2
Wednesday, 04 June 2025 From 9.30 am - 12.30 pm (AEST)
About the Presenter
Mark Coleman
With over 30 years of experience, Mark Coleman has both practical and academic knowledge in international trade and transport. Mark owns an international freight forwarding and customs broking business at Melbourne Airport with offices around Australia, a company that is one of the largest suppliers of plastic pallets in the Australian market. He also has a very successful lecturing business which sees him traversing all over Australia.
Prior to becoming an international freight forwarder, Mark worked in international banking, and has been lecturing on this subject for the last 19 years. He publishes regular newsletters about international trade, transport, banking, and letter of credit issues, and is a member of several committees that study and advise on ways to improve international trade conditions and reduce fraud. Mark was also on the Australian Banking committee for the reversion of the UCP600, the rules that govern Letter of Credits (LC).
