Kindly take note that the Freight Training “Trading Words and Phrases Trade Dictionary” is now
available on Amazon as an eBook.
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Here are some of the comments we received,
Trading Words and Phrases Feedback
"It’s a well referenced, user friendly and concise guide. The content strikes a great balance between being
sufficiently informative yet plainly understandable."
Bronwyn Manning | Director
Fullard Mayer Morris Attorneys
The most dangerous of acts in international trade is that of assumption. Do not assume anything, least of all
the meaning of international trading words and phrases. This is an indispensable Guide, that provides you
with a simple (non-technical) and clear clarification. The Guide might well prove to be the most sensible
investment that you will make.
Christiaan DE LANGE, MCom(Economics), Master of Business Leadership (MBL) and Master of Philosophy
(Taxation)
Delegation of the European Union to South Africa
Political, Economic and Trade Section
Every person working with imports and exports should have “The Trading Words and Phrases” book
nearby. It is a well written, easy to read book which has helped me out a number of times. The words and
phrases are listed alphabetically, which makes it so easy to put your finger on it. I can definitely recommend
the book as a “must have”.
Tania Spangenberg | Financial Director
W R Grace Africa (Pty) Ltd
From an export and import perspective, the trading words and phrases have been highly relevant and
provided a very informative and practical guide to my work environment. The guide is aligned to the
industry and is definitely pertinent as it covers a wide spectrum of information.
Saras Chhoteylal
Senior Orders Controller, PANNAR SEED (PTY) LTD, South Africa
Over the past 17 years of working in the shipping industry, I have religiously used Freight Training's Trading
words and phrases book.
I found that using the book has assisted me greatly when dealing with new shipments over the years. The
book is set up as a very easy to read and understand book and I regularly refer to it.
My knowledge and experience in the shipping industry has been positively impacted due with this book and I
find myself in a position where various colleagues, both inside and outside of my workplace asking me for
help.
Over and above having access to the book I found the training sessions held with Freight Training a great
tool for my position and career.
Thank you once again for all your support and help during these years.
Catia Morais
Export Liaison Officer, Insimbi Metals
Your Trading Words and Phrases book meant the world to me.
I am using it almost every day in my daily work environment.
Many thanks for making my life and work easier.
Maronel Victor | Groupage Supervisor | Bidvest Panalpina Logistics
I think the Trading Words and Phrases book is just brilliant, it accompanies me to all my meetings that are
import/export related. You must understand that I came from a non-import/export background, the book
was the first tool I used to get me up to date with the industry words and phrases, all the information in this
book is easily understandable even for someone new to the industry. I definitely recommend it to everyone
in the import/export industry.
Ivor Masher MCLI
An easy to use merchant cross reference tool for international trade contracts.
I was pleased to see the cross references to international trade governing bodies e.g. with ease I was able to
refer which convention defines, regulates and limits liabilities of carriers; carriage conditions and rates;
buyer’ rights and obligations; uniform international law practices to safety and trade rights.
Suggestion: It would be very useful, if we can have the trade dictionary in an application format.
Daniela Dodgson
Logistics Manager
Group Five Engineering and Construction (Pty) Ltd
As an export controller just want to say a big thank you to Freight Training for the excellent presentations,
the material provided on trading words and phrases. I have picked up so much from this book provided
that I constantly refer to it whenever I am stuck or do not understand anything. The after support with
issues I experience in my day to day activities is excellent.
Thanks again & keep up the good work.
Nelson Sanasi Nampak Flexible
This is the most useful Trade Reference book I have ever used, I have recommended it to many of our
customers and always have a copy on hand. I look forward to the ebook version where I will have access to
these well explained definitions at all times
Ron Kerbus
Regional Vice President, Expeditors International
Phil Doran quotes in his foreword to the fifth edition “to err is human; so to doubt is prudent”. I would
expand on this, somewhat light-heartedly but nevertheless I hope in a way that will illustrate the value of
this book. No matter how much one might trust one’s attorney, no matter how long-standing the
relationship with that attorney; that attorney will only take instruction from you, the ignorant layman who
is paying huge money for that attorney’s advice and guidance. Trading Words and Phrases, 5th Edition is
conversely the attorney that does give unambiguous, concise and relevant guidance on the language, and
interpretation of the language used in modern supply chain management, and Clearing and Forwarding. It is
a constant companion whether researching an interpretation on a problem or simply seeking reminding on
some long-forgotten fact last seen lurking in the murky depths of the barrel of acquired knowledge. When in
doubt therefore, my first stop is invariably this invaluable reference work
Trevor Christensen | Forwarding Manager | Bidvest Panalpina Logistics
I find the book highly informative, covering many Q’s and A’s that in the real world we are faced with on a
daily basis. The book is highly recommended and will benefit many new comers to the Exporting
environment to understanding the intricate dynamics, that is Exporting.
(Miss) Sapphron Phillipson
Exports Manager – Supply Chain – Kansai Plascon
Trading Words and Phrases has been used as a great source of information especially in the beginning when
we started getting serious about getting our systems right for imports and exports, I referred to your book
quite often and it was of great help.
Marthie Nortje, Accountant, Aveng Moolmans
I would just like to commend Freight Training on bringing out a great publication. It is ideal for Commercial
companies who are involved in Importing and Exporting.
The layout is simple and easy to follow and each term is clearly described and to the point, There can be no
ambiguity. This would be a great gift for a Logistics Company if it could be branded to be distributed to their
clients as it would go a long way to educating them. Keep up the good work.
Peter Sands, Operations Manager, F.H. Bertling Logistics (Pty) Ltd
This little book is an absolute gem and contains comprehensive, easy to understand definitions and
explanations of all conceivable terminology concerning International Trade and freight matters. As a
practitioner in International Trade working for a major South African bank, I often come across freight terms
which I need to understand in order to perform my function more effectively. A user is bound to find many
interesting terms just by randomly paging through the book. An invaluable source of reference. Doran, an
expert in the field.
Peter Perkins, Country Enablement – ITAPS Programme
CTB Delivery, Operations Technology, CIB
Standard Bank
We are using your book on a daily basis in our C&F department and it has become an indispensable part of
reference in our day to day operations. I would highly recommend this book to anybody in the freight
industry whether a new or old.
Karel Meyer, Country Manager
LBH Mozambique
Your latest edition of Trading Words and Phrases Book is a very handy instrument to business people not
only in South Africa, but around the world.
This is the kind of book that I always recommend my contacts to acquire, seeing what it contains and the
how each term or phrase is explained.
Hope Masimbi, Nampak Flexibles
The Trading Words and Phrases book is invaluable to AfriSam as we start to explore, invest and trade into
Africa. All of the words I have ever had to look up are there, providing an instant understanding of what
people are referring to. Excellent guide, congratulations.
Chris Pagel, Export Manager
Afrisam
I now feel like I have a more holistic understanding of international trade and am therefore professionally
more competent. Thank you Freight Training for making my life easier!!
Prennal Naidu
GAC Laser International Logistics (Pty) Ltd
The Trading Words & Phrases book is immensely helpful. It's very informative and easy to read, follow and
understand. I've had the book for a while and I use it often, even though I've been in the shipping industry
for 30 years. One can never know it all. Second to the tariff book, it's my "Bible" along with the Incoterm
Book. These two books, Trading Terms & Phrases and Incoterms, are an absolute must. Best investment
ever to be made.
Vony Botha, Logistics Manager
ACTOM (Pty) Ltd
CORPORATE OFFICE
Trading Words and Phrases is one of the most comprehensive Trade Dictionaries that has been published to
date and that I have had the privilege to use . The contents are clear and the definitions well explained and
leaves no doubt in the users mind as to what the terms mean and how they are interpreted and is a very
useful tool in our company and leaves one in no doubt as to the better defining of trade jargon . Further it
has been utilised to resolve many impasses that have arisen between our clients and their shippers or
consignees to a successful conclusion of their sales .
Alwyn Nel, Managing Director, Kingfisher Freight Services
Hi Sean,
Firstly I wish you all the best and know that you would make a success of the Electronic side of the business. I
have this book on my desk and refer to it almost every day, this has become part of my business language
and soon I would be able to sail through all these terminologies, an excellent working tool.
Ashie Thakur | Administration and Logistics Manager | Bytes Africa Operations
Hello Sean,
I have found the Trading Words & Phrases Book to be very wide ranging and comprehensive, and extremely
helpful for any questions regarding Importing & Exporting. The language in the book is simple and easy to
understand, and content is easy to search for.
This book is altogether a very useful tool for anybody importing or exporting and I would highly recommend
it.
JOAN MOULANG
Procurement Manager
SHELTAM (PTY)LTD
HEAD OFFICE
Freight Training’s “Trading Words and Phrases” book has become an invaluable tool in our work
environment over the years.
We use it as a first choice of reference to freight words and understanding in the office, and it travels with
us to our clients, where it is always of great benefit.
I don’t think I have ever had a word that I could not find in the book, or ever had to ask a question, after
reading the information relating to the word enquiry.
Do yourself a HUGE favour, get armed with this book – you will NEVER regret it.
I personally have been 46 years in freight forwarding from various “angles” and have never come across a
book as valuable as this one.
Great value for the price.
SHÂN CADE
CONSULTANT AND FACILITATOR
Yours Faithfully for,
Freight Training E (Pty)Ltd
Sean Wheeler
19 Years of Independent Trade Training
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