Trading & Shipping
At Holcim Trading & Shipping, we integrate shipping directly into the trading process.
From initial inquiry to final delivery, we provide our partners with peace of mind, knowing that their products will arrive on time, safely and with the highest level of service.
We offer accurate cost estimates, coordinate with vetted shipowners and finalize contracts that secure delivery.
Meeting your trading needs
As a trading company, we don't just buy and sell goods. Our goal is to provide our customers with a tailor-made solution that fits their commercial, logistical and financial priorities.
Our experts leverage our global reach, supplier relationships and integrated set-up to adapt quickly to local regulations, product standards and timeline constraints.
Our trading process is supported by strong internal controls and integrated digital tools. Meanwhile, close coordination between our commercial, shipping, finance and legal teams helps deliver a seamless customer experience.
Our trading process
- Initial inquiry and lead qualification: Once we receive a trade inquiry from a potential customer, our commercial teams assess the lead, initiative the onboarding process and conduct due diligence. This includes Know Your Customer (KYC), compliance and credit assessments.
- Offer development: We prepare a tailored trade quote based on our customers specific needs for both product pricing and freight options.
- Contracting and risk management: Once the offer is accepted, we finalize the commercial terms contract and have them review by our legal team. Simultaneously, we manage the financial criteria necessary, such as Letters of Credit or guarantees.
- Execution and shipment planning: Our operations team takes over to schedule and manage the shipment, ensuring the right service contracts and coordinating with our shipping experts.
- Delivery and invoicing: Once the product is safety delivered, we handle the invoicing and cost approvals, ensuring a smooth closeout.
Logistics and operations
Our shipping business is built on years of experience and long-term relationships with first-class ship owners and brokers. Our experts ensure that every ship we charter meets our high standards for quality and reliability.
We provide the best freight opportunities to charter vessels, from spot shipments to long-term contracts of affreightment and time charters.
Our experts handle over 1,250 shipments per year along key maritime routes.
Our shipping services
- Customized shipping solutions designed for long-term collaboration and support
- Cost-effective, professional and innovative logistics
- Time or voyage charter options
- Round-the-clock support for vessel operation
- Product handling expertise on all types of materials, including cementitious and energy materials
- Range of vessel sizes (Panamax, tugs, barges, etc.)
- Support on terminal development, including floating terminals, ship-to-ship transfers and floating pipelines
