Trading

Project trading is a highly specialized commercial activity focused on the strategic sourcing, procurement, and financing of all necessary materials, equipment, and commodities for a specific, large-scale project. Unlike routine corporate procurement which supports ongoing operations, project trading is finite and tailored to the unique requirements of a single venture, such as constructing a factory or developing an energy plant.

The discipline involves identifying global suppliers, negotiating complex purchasing agreements, and managing the entire commercial transaction. This includes structuring payment terms, arranging trade finance like letters of credit, and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, tariffs, and customs procedures.

It works hand-in-hand with project logistics to align commercial deals with physical delivery schedules. By expertly navigating volatile global markets and complex supplier relationships, project trading mitigates supply risks, optimizes costs, and is essential for keeping a capital project on budget and on schedule, acting as the commercial engine of the project's supply chain.