Features at a Glance

Enjoy greater control in the management of your Trade Finance transactions. With Direct Trade Services you can create and amend transactions as required. You can also receive and send instructions simply and quickly.

Services for Exporters

  • Export Letters of Credit – Receive fast, electronic notification of your Export Letters of Credit and view the full details over the Internet. Download details into a document preparation system.
  • Transfer your Letters of Credit – Initiate a transfer simply and quickly, with automated links to the initial instrument.
  • Assignment of Proceeds – Notify the Bank electronically of your disbursement instructions.
  • Export Collections – Create and forward your own Export Collections, also known as Expresslink Collections. Export Collection Schedules and Bills of Exchange can be automatically generated by Direct Trade Services, saving time and allowing you greater control over outgoing documentation.
  • Inward Guarantee/Performance Bond – Receive fast, electronic notification and view the full details on the Internet.

Services for Importers

  • Import Letters of Credit - Enjoy improved tracking, online updates and access to live data. You can issue and amend standard proformas and receive and send instructions promptly.
  • Standby Letters of Credit – Build your own Standby Letters of Credit using flexible templates with sample phrases. It's simple to do and puts you in the driver's seat.
  • Import Documentary Collection – Receive electronic notification of documents ready for collection. Enjoy easy management of maturing items.
  • Outward Guarantee/Performance Bond – Create and manage Outward Guarantees and Performance Bonds, using templates with sample phrases for quick editing

Special Features

  • Customised Reporting – Improved reporting allows you to select and sort on the data you need. Configure your own reports using key fields that matter to your business.
  • Current Messaging – You can stay informed with advices sent as soon as they're available and respond immediately to issues.
  • Document Images – View your Import Letters of Credit and Import Collection documents electronically via Direct Trade Services.

If you have any questions about Direct Trade Services or would like to view a demonstration, please call us on 0800 270 871, or
+64 4 494 4108 if calling from outside New Zealand, or email us.

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