A single misunderstood Incoterm in a shipping contract can shift thousands of dollars of liability from one party to another — which is why professionals working in global trade need more than a general awareness of the term; they need to apply it correctly, every time. The Incoterms, Freight Contracts and International Shipping Management Training Course builds that precision, covering trade agreements, contractual responsibilities and maritime transport operations across global markets.

Delivered by Arab British Fellowship Training Academy under the Shipping, Maritime and Ports Training Courses specialization, this Management category programme develops expertise in global trade, freight contracts, export, import, and logistics management. Participants learn how to manage international shipping transactions, understand trade responsibilities, reduce operational risks, and improve efficiency in maritime supply chain activities.

• Apply Incoterms correctly to determine responsibilities between buyers and sellers.
• Negotiate and manage freight contracts and maritime shipping agreements.
• Manage export and import procedures, customs coordination and trade documentation.
• Plan and manage maritime transport routes, supply chains and cargo delivery.
• Identify and reduce risks in international trade transactions, including insurance and liability considerations.
• Explain global trade processes, documentation and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Anticipate digital transformation and sustainability trends in global maritime trade.

Target Audience

• Shipping and maritime managers and international trade professionals.
• Export and import specialists.
• Freight forwarding and logistics and supply chain managers.
• Port and terminal operations personnel.
• Procurement and commercial managers.
• Maritime business professionals seeking development in Shipping, Maritime and Ports Training Courses.

Module 1: Incoterms Fundamentals and Trade Responsibilities

• Fundamentals of Incoterms.
• Role of Incoterms in global commercial transactions.
• Responsibilities of buyers and sellers.
• Understanding international trade terms and conditions.

Module 2: Freight Contracts and Maritime Agreements

• Structure of freight contracts.
• Contract responsibilities in maritime transportation.
• Negotiating shipping agreements.
• Managing contractual risks and obligations.

Module 3: Global Trade Operations, Export and Import Management

• Principles of global trade and international trade documentation.
• Managing cross-border commercial activities and trade compliance.
• Managing export procedures and import requirements.
• Customs coordination and improving international shipment efficiency.

Module 4: Maritime Transport and Logistics Management

• Principles of maritime transportation.
• Managing international shipping routes.
• Supply chain coordination and logistics planning.
• Optimising cargo movement and delivery processes.

Module 5: Risk Management in International Shipping

• Identifying risks in international trade.
• Managing transportation delays and disruptions.
• Insurance and liability considerations.
• Improving trade transaction security.

Module 6: Future Trends in Global Maritime Trade

• Digital transformation in international shipping.
• Technology applications in trade management.
• Sustainable maritime logistics practices.
• Future developments in global transport networks.