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Establishing Trust in Trade Finance

AboutExpress Trade Financing

We empower global commerce by providing collateral-free financial instruments including Bank Guarantees (BG), Letters of Credit (LC), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC), and Corporate Bonds (MTN) to facilitate secure international transactions and capital market access.

Mission

To accelerate global commerce by dismantling financial barriers. We provide the capital velocity businesses need to seize fleeting international opportunities.

Vision

A borderless trade ecosystem where trust is codified and liquidity is instant. We envision a world where logistics, not finance, is the only constraint.

Values

Precision in every instrument. Integrity in every deal. We value the clarity of a well-structured contract and the weight of a handshake.

"Trade is the language of the world. Let us help you speak it with elegance and authority."

Methodology

Our Execution Framework

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    1. Initial Application

    Submit a simple form outlining your transaction details and requirements.

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    2. Draft Preparation

    Our processing team prepares a draft of your financial instrument — BG, LC, SBLC, Bid Bond, Performance Guarantee, or POF.

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    3. Client Review

    Review the draft with all relevant parties, including the beneficiary, to confirm accuracy.

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    4. Revisions & Approval

    We accommodate reasonable amendments until the draft is fully approved and signed.

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    5. Invoice & Agreement

    Once the signed draft is received, we prepare the invoice and agreement for execution.

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    6. Bank Issuance

    Our responsibility concludes upon the successful issuance and delivery of the instrument to the beneficiary bank. The instrument is issued and transmitted via SWIFT within 8-10 working days of payment confirmation.

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Express Trade Financing

The Express Group

Two companies, one standard

Express Trade Financing and Express Petroleum FZE operate as separate licensed entities under common ownership: one arranges the finance, the other trades the commodities.

You are hereExpress Trade Financing

Parent company · Trade finance advisory

Letters of Credit, Standby Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees and SME advisory for businesses trading across borders.

Trade License No. 1106131 · Dubai, UAE

Express Petroleum FZE

Group company · Commodity trading

Sourcing of petroleum products, petrochemicals and industrial commodities for international buyers, from single cargoes to long-term supply.

Licence No. 39757 | Hamriyah Free Zone, UAE

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Executive Board

Janakk Makwana

Founder & Chairman

An industry expert pioneering structured finance in the UAE. Specializes in navigating complex regional banking regulations and orchestrating expansive global trade initiatives. With a deep understanding of emerging markets, his leadership bridges institutional gaps between the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. His vision centers on eliminating trade friction and providing swift capital access, empowering businesses to scale internationally with absolute confidence.

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Bansi Khakhar

Trade Finance Head

Overseeing global trade operations and ensuring seamless execution of financial instruments. With expert knowledge in compliance and structuring, she drives strategic growth and operational excellence.

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Javed Surati

Chief Business Development Officer

Leading client acquisition and strategic partnerships across key international markets. He builds lasting relationships with corporates, traders, and financial institutions, aligning tailored trade finance solutions with each client's growth ambitions.

Client Endorsements

Trusted by Global Leaders

"Speed is the currency of our business. Express Trade Financing didn't just understand this; they embodied it. The SBLC was issued in record time."

Mr. Chhagan Sangani

Owner, ALLIANCE TEXOLIN PRIVATE LIMITED

"A boutique firm with the reach of a global bank. Their advisory on customs in Vietnam saved us months of delays. A true partner."

Mr. VB Shah

Owner, Alliance Fibres Limited

Regulatory & Compliance

Legal Entity Name

EXPRESS TRADE FINANCING BROKER L.L.C

Trade License No.

1106131

Jurisdiction

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Regulatory Body

DED

Registration No.

1106131

Status

Active

Express Trade Financing operates in accordance with applicable UAE commercial law and financial services regulations. All trade finance facilitation is conducted through licensed banking and institutional partners. Services provided are advisory and facilitation in nature.

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