Services & Logistics

Supplier-to-Coordinator-to-Buyer Flow

Ironbridge may act as a principal trader or transaction coordinator depending on deal structure. Our end-to-end service model covers every aspect of the export transaction — from initial sourcing through final delivery.

Step 01

Supplier Identification & Sourcing

We identify and verify U.S.-based suppliers through our established network. Professional KYC procedures ensure all partners meet our compliance standards.

Supplier verification & KYCMaterial availability assessmentPrice negotiation & terms agreement
Step 02

Quality Inspection & Verification

Materials are inspected against agreed specifications. Weight certificates, photos, and quality documentation are prepared before loading.

On-site material inspectionSpecification verificationPhoto documentation & weight certificates
Step 03

Contract & Documentation

Comprehensive trade documentation is prepared including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin in compliance with international standards.

Commercial invoice preparationPacking list & certificatesExport license coordination
Step 04

Logistics & Export Coordination

We coordinate containerization, trucking, and ocean freight through our strategic port network: Los Angeles, Oakland, Houston, Seattle, and Boston.

Container booking & stuffingInland trucking coordinationOcean freight management
Step 05

Customs & Compliance

Export compliance coordination including customs declarations, AES filing, and alignment with applicable U.S. export regulations and international trade standards.

Customs declaration & AES filingRegulatory alignmentDocument verification (B/L, Packing Lists)
Step 06

Delivery & Settlement

Shipment tracking from port to destination. Final settlement executed against shipping documents with full transparency on delivery status.

Real-time shipment trackingDocument release against paymentDelivery confirmation & settlement
Strategic Locations

U.S. Export Hub Network

We operate through five major U.S. ports, providing flexible routing options and competitive freight rates to Southeast Asian destinations.

Los Angeles

California

Primary Pacific gateway for Asia-bound cargo

Oakland

California

Northern California hub with direct Asia services

Houston

Texas

Gulf Coast access for Southern U.S. sourcing

Seattle

Washington

Pacific Northwest route to Asian markets

Boston

Massachusetts

East Coast access for Atlantic trade routes

Trade Terms

Flexible Incoterms for Every Transaction

FAS

Free Alongside Ship

Goods delivered alongside the vessel at the named port of shipment.

FOB

Free On Board

Risk transfers when goods pass the ship's rail at the port of shipment.

CIF

Cost, Insurance & Freight

Price includes cost, insurance, and freight to the destination port.

CFR

Cost and Freight

Seller covers cost and freight to the destination port; buyer bears insurance.

DAP

Delivered at Place

Seller delivers goods to the agreed destination, ready for unloading. Buyer is responsible for import duties and taxes.

Ex-yard

Ex-Works (Yard)

Buyer takes possession at the supplier's yard. Maximum flexibility for pickup.

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