Trade Finance for VLSFO & Jet Fuel Deals
Trade Finance for VLSFO & Jet Fuel Deals
Securing a cargo slot is only half the equation—you still need capital to lift, store and move the fuel. Financely arranges short-tenor credit facilities tailored to VLSFO 0.5 % and Jet A-1 transactions. We structure, syndicate and close the line so you can fund shipments without tying up equity.
Facility Menu & Indicative Terms
| Facility Type | Use Case | Advance Rate | Tenor | Cost Range* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transactional LC / UPAS LC | Pay refinery or tank operator at sight | Up to 100 % of cargo cost | 30-120 days | SOFR + 3.0-4.5 % |
| Pre-Payment / Pre-Export Loan | Finance cargo pre-loading against forward sale | 70-85 % | 60-150 days | SOFR + 4.0-6.0 % |
| Borrowing-Base Revolver | Rolling inventory & receivables liquidity | 65-80 % | 12-month revolving | SOFR + 3.5-5.0 % |
| Receivables Discounting | Accelerate payment from airline or bunker buyer | 75-90 % | 30-90 days | SOFR + 2.5-4.0 % |
*Final margin depends on counter-party quality, collateral controls, and jurisdiction.
Retainer Waterfall
| Facility Limit | Structuring Retainer | Success Fee |
|---|---|---|
| USD 10 – 25 million | USD 75 000 | 0.75 % on funded amount |
| USD 25 – 50 million | USD 100 000 | 0.70 % |
| USD 50 – 100 million | USD 150 000 | 0.60 % |
| > USD 100 million | Custom quote | 0.50 %-0.60 % |
End-to-End Execution Path
- Diagnostic Call — Outline trade flow, collateral and timing.
- Term-Sheet Modelling — Build cash-flow, borrowing-base and covenant scenarios.
- Data-Room & Lender Auction — Share pack with aligned banks, credit funds and insurers.
- Offer Review & Negotiation — Compare margin, advance rate and security.
- Documentation & Closing — Finalise facility, perfect security, launch reporting cadence.
Eligibility Snapshot
- Annual fuel turnover ≥ USD 50 million
- Documented purchase and sale contracts
- Collateral: inventory, receivables or standby support
- KYC-clean corporate structure
Need capital for your next VLSFO or Jet-fuel cargo? Let’s structure the facility and place it with committed lenders.
Arrange Trade FinanceFinancely Group arranges facilities on a best-efforts basis through licensed lenders. Funding remains subject to due diligence, compliance checks and a signed mandate.
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.
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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.
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