Exploring the World of Copper Trading

Copper is a highly sought mineral due to its excellent conductivity, durability, essential role in electricity, renewable energy and modern infrastructure.

Here at Credebt®, we support International Trading Companies that deal in Minerals like copper and one company that we are working with is a prominent trading company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The company has built a strong reputation for supplying a diverse range of metals across various sectors. Its core business activities encompass the wholesale trade of metals and metal ores including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, semi-finished ferrous metal products, as well as charcoal, coal, coke, fuel wood, naphtha and metal ore trading. The deal we are discussing is for the purchase of copper cathodes from a supplier in DR Congo to be then sold to a customer from Sri Lanka. These goods will be shipped to a bonded warehouse in Tanzania where the buyer will pick them up.

The Client requires us to facilitate payment for a trial shipment of copper cathodes where the suppliers require a standby letter of credit. Credebt® will provide this financial instrument to guarantee the supplier payment, provided specific terms and conditions are met. This mechanism is essential in international trade, offering security to both importers and exporters by mitigating payment risks. The buyer is interested in ensuring that they receive the right quantity and quality of the copper cathodes and to achieve this they employ SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) to inspect these copper cathodes and provide an inspection report confirming the shipment is correct.

Credebt® has vast experience in commodity trades where we play a significant role in facilitating payments and ensuring our clients can meet the demands of their customers to enhance and strengthen their international relations and clientele.

Copper cathodes are essentially pure copper sheets that are produced through the electrolytic refining process. During this process, copper ore is mined and then subjected to high temperatures and chemical reactions to extract the pure copper metal. The extracted copper is then formed into sheets, known as cathodes, which have a high level of conductivity and purity. Copper is one of the best conductors of electricity, making it an ideal material for wiring, circuit boards and other electrical components. The high purity of copper cathodes ensures minimal resistance to the flow of electricity resulting in efficient and effective electrical systems.

As technology continues to advance, the demand for copper cathodes is expected to increase significantly. With the rise of electric vehicles, renewable energy sources and smart devices the need for reliable and efficient electrical components will only continue to grow. Copper cathodes will play a vital role in meeting this demand and ensuring the smooth operation of advanced technologies.

Our client sees this as an opportunity to expand their position in the commodity trade industry which opens several market opportunities and with Credebt® support they can do many more commodity trades. We are excited to continue our partnership and ensure future collaboration with commodity traders worldwide.

A Strategic Collaboration for Success

Over the years, we here at Credebt® have supported several mineral trades and have worked with mining companies across the globe. Similarly, we have worked with quarries extracting minerals from the surface. Recently one of our long-term clients who provides capital equipment, processing and engineering solutions to the quarrying industry became interested in acquiring a quarry.

The quarry that caught their interest has been active for more than forty years with ten million metric tonnes of reserve. This quarry is used to manufacture sand to be used in block-making and concrete production. Nearby roadworks projects provide an excellent opportunity for long-term revenue for the venture. Our client approached us with an offer for a partnership in the project. Credebt® provided the majority of the capital required for the purchase and our client is providing their experience and expertise in upgrading the plant and managing the operation. Further funding will also be provided for the machinery and equipment necessary to increase production to the level required to support large-scale projects.

Credebt® has worked closely with this company since 2019 on several successful projects. The company was created from a selection of successful companies with more than 30 years of experience in the material handling industry and consists of over two hundred employees throughout the United Kingdom. They apply their expertise in aggregate production and excel at creating processing solutions suitable for major projects involving hard rock, limestone, sand, gravel, precious minerals and chemicals. They design and manufacture material processing plants providing engineering, mechanical and electrical works. They also supply high-quality processing machinery and equipment, complete production management and trained on-site operators. Their combined service offerings provide them with the ability to be cost-effective while at the same time offering bespoke solutions specific to each client.

The history of quarries dates to ancient times and has played a significant role in shaping human civilisations. Throughout history, quarries have been essential for providing raw materials for various construction projects extracting natural rocks, minerals or aggregates making them a crucial aspect of human development.The demand for limestone, granite, sand or gravel in the construction industry makes owning a quarry a potentially lucrative investment. When undertaking a project as big as acquiring and managing a quarry there are several factors that require consideration such as location, quality of materials, operational costs and market demand all of which greatly influence the profitability and sustainability of the quarry. Our client is perfectly suited and positioned to use their experience to make this project a success.

We take pride in our longstanding collaboration with this client, supporting them in their growth for the past six years. We are excited to continue partnering with them on their new venture and help ensure its success.