Important: the procedure below is a summary of a workflow used in transaction discussions. Actual procedures may differ by seller, terminal, country, product, bank, inspection, contract and regulation. Do not make a payment based solely on document names.
BFE CPA policy: the European (Netherlands) requirement above is an internal PT BALQIS FRISTINDO ENERGI initial-transaction procedure, not a universal industry rule.
01
ICPO & CPA — European (Netherlands)
Buyer submits the ICPO and the initial CPA. Under PT BALQIS FRISTINDO ENERGI's current procedure, the first CPA must originate from or be arranged through a European (Netherlands) shipping/charter company. The CPA and charter-company identity remain subject to verification through the issuer or official channels.
02
Commercial Invoice
Seller issues the Commercial Invoice for the buyer's review.
03
Signed CI
Buyer signs and returns the CI according to the parties' agreement.
04
Inspection Report
Seller provides an inspection report claimed to be current/recent for verification through the issuer or official channels.
05
Q88
After the agreed verification, the buyer submits the relevant vessel Q88.
06
POP Package
Seller provides the proof-of-product package or related documents in accordance with the actual procedure and authority.
07
Document Verification
Buyer verifies documents, terminal, inspection company, contact person, domain, report numbers and authorizations through independent sources.
08
Dip Test / Inspection
If authorized by the terminal and contract, an inspection or dip test is conducted by the authorized party.
09
NOR / Readiness
Terminal and vessel readiness are confirmed through a Notice of Readiness or applicable operational documentation.
10
Loading / Injection
Product is loaded or injected into the vessel according to terminal, safety, measurement and contractual procedures.
11
Payment
Payment is made only in accordance with contractual conditions and verified payment instructions.
12
Final Documents
Ownership, export, quantity, quality, bill of lading or other final documents are delivered according to the actual transaction.