Online international trade workshop - Incoterms - October 2025

An introduction to Incoterms® and their importance to international trade. Understand the history and purpose of Incoterms®, how they are used, the practical issues to be considered, and sources of additional help and information. Commercial matters will be discussed including the impact of Incoterms® on costs and profitability. The definition of each Incoterm® will be covered as well as practical topics such as why EXW is not suitable for export shipments. An understanding of Incoterms® is fundamental to international trade.
 
Course Contents:

• History and background of Incoterms
• The rules and how to use the terms
• What they do and what they don’t do
• A review of each of the terms
• What’s new in Incoterms® 2020
• Why EXW is not suitable for international trade and what to use instead
• Sources of help and advice

Who should attend?
This course is fundamental to anyone involved in international sales and purchases including sales teams, purchasing teams, finance, import and export administrators, and managers. The course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. As Incoterms® are so important and widely used in international trade, it is a “must do” course for anyone engaging in international trade.


This online workshop will be delivered by International Trade Matters Ltd.
  
International Trade Matters Ltd offers international trade consultancy and training across sectors, geographies and disciplines.  They are the leading independent consultancy for international trade offering expert advice and support to companies engaged, or interested, in overseas connections or business. 

With a raft of super specialists and trainers covering Somerset and beyond, they offer expert advice and training on new markets, compliance and international marketing strategies and also offer bespoke packages.

If you are a non-member and would like to book a place on this event, please contact the events team on events@somerset-chamber.co.uk

Somerset Chamber of Commerce is operating a cancellation policy in line with our terms and conditions which can be found here: https://www.somerset-chamber.co.uk/terms-conditions/