Trade Finance Bridge Loans
Trade Finance Bridge Loans
Cargo is ready, deadlines are fixed, and cash needs to move. Trade finance bridge loans provide short-term liquidity to cover pre-shipment, prepayment, margin calls, or timing gaps between LC issuance, confirmation, discounting, and final settlement. Financely structures and places bridge facilities for qualified exporters, importers, and traders with enforceable collateral, escrowed flows, and daily control.
“They funded a bridge against confirmed LCs and warehouse receipts. We shipped on time and closed the season without strain.”
Service Snapshot
Where a Bridge Makes the Difference
- Goods are in storage and buyer LC is issued, but confirmation or discounting is still pending
- Supplier demands a deposit before shipment, importer relies on UPAS or usance terms
- Cargo is ready and a fixed laycan window must be met
- Hedging margin calls spike during volatility and need short-term cash cover
Market Roadblocks vs Our Execution
- Banks unwilling to move until confirmation, insurance, or CPs are satisfied
- Discrepancy risk on documents delays payment
- Country and counterparty risk blocks issuance or discounting
- Supplier requires cash in advance before vessel nomination
- Bridge sized to assigned proceeds from LCs or receivables with escrowed flows
- CMA/SMA and title control to secure goods at all times
- Credit insurance or PRI when risk needs to be wrapped
- Document wording review to cut discrepancy rates
Our Process
What We Need To Start
- Corporate KYC, audited financials, UBO chart
- Sales contracts and LC drafts or receivable schedules
- Warehouse receipts, collateral manager details, insurance covers
- Shipment calendar and cash flow model
Request a Term Sheet for a Trade Bridge
Share your contracts, LC status, collateral and timeline. We will return proposed sizing, pricing, and controls for a bridge facility.
Request a Term SheetFinancely is a placement and advisory firm. We are not a bank. All bridge facilities are subject to lender approval, KYC and AML, sanctions screening, and enforceable collateral and assignment of proceeds. Any securities-related work is conducted through a licensed chaperone, Member FINRA/SIPC. This page is informational and not a public offer of credit.
Get Started With Us
Submit Your Deal & Receive a Proposal Within 1-3 Working Days
Submit your deal using our secure intake form, and receive a quote within 1-3 business days. Existing clients can connect with their relationship manager through our secure web portal.
All submissions are
promptly reviewed, and all communications are conducted through the intake form or the client portal for a seamless and secure process.
Thank you for considering working with us. A nominal fee of US$500 is required upon completion of each form. This fee covers the time and effort we invest in reviewing your submission and crafting a thorough proposal. We receive numerous inquiries and prioritize those that carry this fee, ensuring serious applicants receive prompt attention.
Trade Finance
Tap into solutions like letters of credit, bank guarantees, and payment facilitation. We address the challenge of global transaction risk through structured strategies that foster cross-border growth. Complete the form to unlock streamlined funding aligned with your commercial objectives.
Submit a RequestProject Finance
Access non-recourse funding for infrastructure, renewable energy, or other capital-intensive ventures. We mitigate capital constraints by isolating project assets and focusing on risk management. Provide your details to receive a structure that drives growth and maximizes returns.
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Secure financing for business or real estate acquisitions. We ease transaction hurdles by reviewing cash flow, synergy opportunities, and exit plans. Complete the form for a customized proposal that supports your strategic investment objectives.
Submit a RequestFor Banks
Financely assists banks facing Basel III pressures by distributing trade finance deals and providing collateral for letters of credit. We reduce capital burdens while preserving client relationships and fostering service expansion. Submit your request to optimize your trade finance offerings.
Submit a RequestOnce we receive your submission, our team will review your information to determine feasibility. If eligible, you will receive a proposal or term sheet within 1–3 business days. Visit our FAQ and Procedure pages for more information.
Disclaimer: Financely provides financing based on due diligence and feasibility. Approval is not guaranteed, and past performance does not predict future outcomes. All terms are subject to review. Financely primarily assists with structuring and distribution. Qualified parties carry out the project if the client approves the proposal.
