ByLuxus Beratung e.K. | International Trade & Consulting

About Us

Bridging Markets with Integrity and Precision

ByLuxus Beratung e.K. is a premier, boutique consulting firm established in Hamburg, Germany. We specialize in acting as a trusted Trader and Mandate in complex international trade agreements.

Our primary mission is to ensure seamless coordination in product and service procurement. By strictly adhering to International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) guidelines, we provide a secure environment for buyers and sellers across the globe.

HQ

Hamburg, Germany

ICC

Standard Compliance

Core Competencies

Boutique Consulting Services

Trade & Mandate

Acting as a legally authorized representative (Mandate) in international buying and selling operations, ensuring your interests are protected globally.

Procurement Coordination

End-to-end management of product and service acquisitions. We invoice for meticulous process tracking and operational coordination.

ICC Intermediation

Facilitating contracts strictly under ICC control. We earn our official intermediary FEE commissions upon successful, compliant completion.

Strategic Consulting

Providing expert advisory services for market entry, risk mitigation, and international trade compliance, fully invoiced as professional consultancy.

ICC Framework

International Trade & Commission Process

In international trade and commission processes, consultants and intermediaries act as strategic partners, bridging the gap between exporters and importers to reduce risks and accelerate operations. These actors manage the complexities of global markets (legal regulations, logistics, language barriers, and cultural differences), ensuring seamless trade execution.

Roles of Consultants

Observer, Guide, and Strategist

Consultants typically guide parties through their knowledge and expertise rather than being physically involved in operations. They work on a fixed fee or project basis.

Market Research & Target Analysis They identify high-demand markets, conduct competitor analysis, and formulate market entry strategies.
Legal & Regulatory Compliance They provide guidance on the target country's customs duties, standards, certifications (CE, FDA, etc.), and trade restrictions.
Risk Management They offer risk-mitigating strategies regarding currency fluctuations, political risks, and payment methods (L/C, Open Account, etc.).
Contract & Strategy Development They provide technical support in drafting international trade contracts adhering to Incoterms rules.

Roles of Intermediaries

Executor, Connector, and Deal Maker

Intermediaries (brokers, commission agents, or trade agents) physically bring buyers and sellers together, typically earning a percentage-based commission on the executed transaction volume.

Finding Clients & Suppliers Through their extensive networks, they find reliable buyers for producers and high-quality, cost-effective manufacturers for importers.
Negotiation Management They balance both parties' expectations to find middle ground on pricing, delivery terms, and payment conditions.
Lifting the Trust Embargo They resolve trust issues between unacquainted international firms by putting their own commercial reputation on the line.
Process Tracking & Coordination They track logistics and operational steps in real-time, from the production stage and loading to customs clearance and final delivery.

ICC Contract & Collection Framework

In international commodity trading, intermediation and commission collection are strictly secured using ICC NCND and IMFPA agreements.

1

NCND & IMFPA Agreements

NCND: Secures the rights of parties and prevents circumvention.

IMFPA: Irrevocable Master Fee Protection Agreement legally locks in the commission ratios and intermediary bank details.

2

Integration into SPA

To ensure legal enforcement of the commission, the IMFPA is bound as a formal Annex to the Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) signed directly between the buyer and seller.

3

Bank Instructions & Paymaster

The seller issues a Pay Order to their bank. In complex intermediary chains, a designated Paymaster (typically a law firm or escrow) manages the secure distribution of all funds.

4

Simultaneous Collection

Upon the buyer's payment (L/C, MT103), the bank automatically deducts the commission from the seller's funds and transfers it to the intermediaries via SWIFT within 1 business day.

Core Principles

Principles governing every processing activity

GDPR Article 5 defines the principles below. Each one is a binding internal standard at ByLuxus Beratung e.K.

Principle 01

Lawfulness, fairness and transparency

Personal data is processed lawfully, fairly and in a transparent manner, on a valid legal basis, with individuals informed through appropriate notices.

Principle 02

Purpose limitation

Data is collected for specified, explicit and legitimate purposes and is not further processed in a manner incompatible with those purposes.

Principle 03

Data minimization

Processing is limited to data that is adequate, relevant and necessary for the purpose. Data that is not needed is not collected.

Principle 04

Accuracy

Personal data is kept accurate and, where necessary, up to date. Inaccurate data is corrected or erased without undue delay.

Principle 05

Storage limitation

Data is retained only as long as required by the processing purpose or by the legislation that mandates its retention, and is then deleted or anonymized.

Principle 06

Integrity, confidentiality & accountability

Appropriate technical and organizational measures protect the data, and the Company is able to demonstrate compliance with all of these principles.

TRANSACTION PROCESS

From inquiry to bill of lading

Every ULSD 10 PPM transaction follows a disciplined commercial sequence. No exceptions — regardless of cargo size or counterparty.

01

Inquiry & Counterparty Qualification

Buyer submits product requirements: volume, destination, preferred Incoterms and timeline. KYC/KYB and sanctions screening completed before commercial progression. All counterparties verified against UN, EU, OFAC and FATF watchlists.

02

Soft Corporate Offer (SCO)

Indicative pricing and terms issued in a formal Soft Corporate Offer (SCO). Buyer reviews, accepts or counter-proposes. LOI (Letter of Intent) from buyer initiates the next stage.

03

Full Corporate Offer & SPA Execution

Full Corporate Offer (FCO) issued with firm specifications, pricing and delivery schedule. Sale & Purchase Agreement (SPA) drafted, reviewed by both parties and executed under mutually agreed jurisdiction.

04

Independent Inspection at Load Port

SGS, Bureau Veritas or Intertek appointed to verify quality (CoA) and quantity (CoQ) at the load port terminal. Reports issued to both buyer and seller prior to cargo release.

05

Shipment & Document Release

Cargo loaded and Bill of Lading issued. Full shipping document package released: B/L, CoA, CoQ, Certificate of Origin, commercial invoice, packing list, inspection certificate and customs documentation as applicable.

TRADE REGIONS & PRIMARY PORTS

Global reach from established load ports

Supply corridors are active across all major commercial regions. Load port selection depends on origin, vessel availability and buyer's destination port.

REGION	MAJOR DESTINATIONS
Europe	Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Poland, UK, Baltics
Middle East	UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Bahrain
Asia	China, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Bangladesh
Africa	South Africa, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Morocco
Americas	Brazil, Mexico, USA, Colombia, Chile, Peru

PRIMARY LOAD PORT	REGION / HUB
Mersin	Mediterranean (Turkey)
Fujairah	UAE / Middle East
Hamriyah	UAE / Middle East
ARA Range	Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp
MED Area	Mediterranean (flexible)
Black Sea	Novorossiysk / Constanta

DELIVERY TERMS

Incoterms 2020 — flexible by design

Delivery structure is agreed at contract stage. All terms follow Incoterms 2020 as published by the International Chamber of Commerce.

FOB

Free On Board — Load Port Delivery

Seller delivers when cargo passes the ship's rail at the agreed load port. Buyer assumes all freight, insurance and risk from that point. Suitable for buyers with established vessel relationships or freight desks.

CIF

Cost, Insurance & Freight — Destination Port

Seller arranges and pays for freight and marine insurance to the buyer's named destination port. Risk transfers to buyer once cargo is loaded. Most commonly requested term for first-time transactions.

CFR

Cost & Freight — Destination Port

Seller covers sea freight to destination port. Buyer arranges and pays for marine insurance. Risk transfers at load port. Used when buyer maintains their own cargo insurance facilities.

DAP and DDP available: For select markets and contract volumes, delivery on Destination Arrival (DAP) or Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) terms can be arranged. Subject to trade corridor feasibility, regulatory compliance and volume confirmation.

Absolute Transparency & Corporate Compliance

At ByLuxus Beratung e.K., all financial operations are strictly regulated. Commissions (FEEs) and consultancy charges are processed exclusively through official corporate bank accounts. Every transaction is matched with official, legally binding invoices registered in Germany, ensuring 100% compliance for our global partners.

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Let's discuss your trade requirements

We are ready to act as your mandate or coordinate your next major procurement. Contact our Hamburg office directly.

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