VSM Global Group · Fujairah, UAE

Global Trade
Infrastructure
for a Changing
World

Energy. Commodities. Structured Execution.
Sustainable Innovation. Five divisions. One global platform.

5Global Divisions
14+Trade Corridors
UCP600Compliance
GTAPDigital Assurance
VSMBIOGreen Chemistry
Business Divisions

Five Pillars of
Global Commerce

Each division operates with institutional discipline, structured execution, and deep market intelligence.

01 — Energy
Energy Trading

Physical and structured trade across refined products, crude derivatives, and bunkering fuels worldwide.

EN590Jet A1Fuel OilBunkering
02 — Commodities⚗️
Fertilizers & Commodities

Agricultural inputs and industrial metals through verified supply chains and structured mandates.

UreaSulfurPotashMetals
03 — Fintech🔐
GTAP Platform

Digital trade assurance and structured settlement infrastructure for institutional commodity transactions.

StablecoinEscrowBanking
04 — Green🌱
VSMBIO Green Chemistry

Bio-based chemistry for oil & gas, water treatment, and active oxygen technologies at industrial scale.

IndustrialOil & GasWater
05 — Marine🚢
Marine & Logistics

Global chartering, tank storage management, and end-to-end logistics for liquid bulk commodities.

CharteringStorageDelivery
Global Footprint

Operational Hubs & Trade Routes

Fujairah
Rotterdam
Singapore
Qingdao
Kazakhstan
Jurong
Africa
Fujairah, UAEPrimary Hub · Energy Terminal
Rotterdam, NLEuropean Gateway · Refinery Access
Singapore · JurongAPAC Corridor · Tank Storage
Qingdao · KazakhstanCIS & East Asia Routes
Structured Process

The Execution Framework

Every mandate follows a disciplined, transparent sequence — from initial LOI to physical delivery.

Step 01📋
LOI
Letter of Intent. Quantities, specs, delivery terms defined.
Step 02🔍
CTS
Corporate & Trade Screening. KYC/AML, counterparty verification.
Step 03📄
SPA
Sales & Purchase Agreement. Price, Incoterms, payment instruments agreed.
Step 04🏦
Banking
SBLC or LC opened under UCP600. SWIFT MT700 authenticated.
Step 05📦
POP
Proof of Product. Inspection, lab analysis, customs clearance.
Step 06🚢
Delivery
Physical delivery confirmed. Title transfer. Settlement released.
Banking Instruments
We operate exclusively through SBLC, LC, MT700/MT760 — authenticated through SWIFT. No informal structures accepted.
Independent Inspection
All deliveries subject to SGS, Intertek, or equivalent third-party inspection. Lab certificates accompany every shipment.
Dispute Resolution
Governed under LCIA or ICC arbitration. Legal representation maintained in UAE, UK, and EU.
GTAP Platform · Live
Digital Trade Assurance

The Infrastructure
Behind the Trade

GTAP is VSM's proprietary digital trade assurance platform — bridging commodity trade with modern financial rails and fintech-grade settlement certainty.

🔗
Stablecoin Settlement Rails
Programmable settlement enabling instant cross-border payment finality for commodity contracts of any size.
🏛️
Banking Integration
Direct SWIFT connectivity with correspondent banking relationships across Tier-1 global financial institutions.
🔐
Escrow & Custodian Logic
Smart escrow with independent custodian oversight — funds released only when all SPA conditions are verified.
GTAP · Trade Console
System Active
Trade ID
TRD-2025-0847
Product
EN590 · 50,000 MT
Counterparty
Verified ✓
LC Status
MT700 Received
Escrow
Funded · Locked
Vessel ETA
3 Days
KYC / AML92%
Documentation75%
SettlementPending
LOI Received & Validated
SPA Executed — Both Parties
LC Opened via SWIFT MT700
Vessel Loading · Port Fujairah
POP Documents & Settlement
Market Intelligence

Live Trade & Market Dashboard

ICE Brent$82.40+0.65 ▲
EN590 FOB ARA$848.50+3.20 ▲
Jet A1 CIF$897.00−1.80 ▼
Urea FOB$342.00+5.50 ▲
VLCC WSWS 68−2.0 ▼
Brent · 30-Day Price Trend
Platts Ref FOLIO 4A Argus Daily
Market Signals
2h ago · Energy
OPEC+ extends production constraints through Q3, supporting refined product spreads across ARA and Singapore hubs.
Crude
5h ago · Fertilizers
Urea spot prices firm as Indian tender season approaches. CFR India bids tracking $340–348/mt.
Urea
8h ago · Marine
VLCC rates soften on Middle East Gulf routes. Suezmax options drawing fresh interest.
Freight
Geopolitical Alert
Red Sea routing disruption adding 7–10 days to NW Europe delivery windows via Cape of Good Hope.
About VSM Global Group

Structured for
Institutional Trust

VSM Global Group is a structured trade infrastructure company headquartered in Fujairah, UAE — bridging energy, commodities, technology, and sustainability through disciplined execution.

Our Philosophy

We trade with precision, not promise.

VSM Global was founded on a single conviction: that global commodity trade needed a counterparty with institutional-grade discipline, structured processes, and verifiable credentials at every step.

We position ourselves not as commodity sellers, but as trade infrastructure — the layer of trust, verification, and execution capability that makes complex cross-border transactions possible.

Our clients include sovereign buyers, multinational refineries, trading houses, and financial institutions who require not just product — but certainty.

⚖️
Integrity First
Every counterparty is screened. Every mandate documented. Every financial instrument authenticated before product moves.
🏗️
Structured Execution
LOI-to-delivery framework followed rigorously. No shortcuts. No informal arrangements. Banking instruments only.
🌍
Global Reach
Operations across Fujairah, Rotterdam, Singapore, Qingdao, Kazakhstan, and key Africa corridors.
🌱
Sustainable Vision
Through VSMBIO, actively transitioning toward green chemistry and ESG-aligned trade infrastructure.
🔐
Technology-Enabled
GTAP brings fintech precision to commodity settlement — real-time verification, escrow logic, and digital assurance.
Group Structure

The VSM Group of Companies

VSMi Group
VSMi Global
Parent holding entity. Technology, innovation, and group strategy. Innovate. Simplify. Excel.
VSM.OIL
VSM Oil & Energy
Energy trading, commodities, and physical delivery. The primary trade arm of the group.
VSMBIO
VSM Bio Technologies
Green chemistry and bio-based industrial solutions. The sustainability arm of the group.
Energy Trading Division

Refined Products.
Global Reach.

VSM.OIL trades physical and structured energy products across all major global hubs with LC-backed, verified supply chains.

Products

Energy Products & Specifications

EN590 Diesel

European standard ultra-low sulphur diesel. Most widely traded refined product globally.

Sulphur10 ppm max
Density820–845 kg/m³
Cetane51 min
TermsFOB · CIF · DES · DAP
Min. Volume50,000 MT/month
✈️
Jet A1 Aviation

IATA-compliant aviation turbine fuel for airports, airline operators, and government contracts.

Flash Point38°C min
Freeze Point-47°C max
Sulphur0.3% max
StandardDEF STAN 91-091
TermsCIF · FOB · Ex-Tank
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Fuel Oil 180/380

Heavy fuel oil for power generation, industrial boilers, and maritime bunkering.

Viscosity180 / 380 cSt
Sulphur3.5% max / LSFO
Pour Point30°C max
TermsFOB · EX-Wharf
Min. Volume25,000 MT/lot
Marine Bunkers

VLSFO, HSFO, and MGO bunkering at Fujairah, Singapore, Rotterdam, and key ports.

VLSFO0.5% S (IMO 2020)
MGO0.1% S max
HSFO3.5% S (ECA exempt)
PortsFujairah · SG · ARA
Lead Time48–72 hours
Supply Chain

How We Source & Deliver

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Source
Verified refineries and primary producers across the Gulf, CIS, and European markets.
📋
Verify
SGS / Intertek inspection, lab analysis, and documentation review before loading.
🚢
Ship
Chartered tankers under time or voyage charter. Full cargo control and NOR tendering.
Settle
LC-backed settlement, title transfer, and document release through GTAP assurance.
Fertilizers & Commodities

Agricultural &
Industrial Commodities

VSM Global sources and delivers fertilizers, metals, and agricultural commodities through structured mandates with verified supply chains and LC-backed settlements.

Product Range

Fertilizers, Metals & Minerals

🌾
Urea (46% N)

Granular and prilled urea. Sourced from Russia, Middle East, and North Africa.

GranularPrilledCFR IndiaFOB
🟡
Sulfur

Crushed and formed sulfur from refinery by-product streams for petrochemical and fertilizer supply.

CrushedFormedBulkBags
🪨
Potash (MOP)

Muriate of potash for agricultural use. Standard and granular grades for bulk buyers.

MOP 60%StandardGranular
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Iron & Steel

Hot rolled coils, billets, rebar, and wire rod. Mill certificates provided. Asian, CIS, Middle East origins.

HRCBilletRebarWire Rod
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Copper & Aluminium

LME-grade copper cathodes and aluminium ingots on spot and structured forward contracts.

CathodesIngotsLME Grade
⚗️
DAP / MAP

Diammonium and monoammonium phosphate fertilizers. Key inputs for agricultural production.

DAP 18-46MAP 11-52Granular
Platform · Live
GTAP — Global Trade Assurance Platform

Where Commodity Trade
Meets Digital Precision

GTAP is VSM's proprietary infrastructure for digital trade assurance, structured settlement, and counterparty verification — fintech-grade certainty for physical transactions.

🔗
Stablecoin Settlement
Programmable settlement rails enabling instant, verifiable cross-border payment finality. Eliminates correspondent banking delays.
🏛️
Banking Integration
Direct SWIFT MT700/MT760 connectivity. Correspondent relationships with Tier-1 institutions across UAE, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
🔐
Escrow & Custodian
Smart escrow logic with independent custodian oversight. Funds and documents in third-party custody until all SPA conditions are met.
Trade Assurance
End-to-end document verification — LOI, SPA, LC, POP, BL, inspection certificates — all validated on-platform before any step advances.
📊
Real-Time Dashboard
Both counterparties receive live visibility — vessel position, document checklist, escrow status, and settlement timeline.
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Counterparty Screening
Automated OFAC, UN, and EU sanctions screening. KYC/AML checks with full audit trail maintained for every trade.
Access GTAP

Ready to trade with assurance?

GTAP access granted following successful KYC/AML screening and mandate verification. Available to qualified institutional buyers and sellers.

Request Platform Access
Marine, Logistics & Distribution

Global Corridors.
Last-Mile Delivery.

VSM Global operates strategic trade corridors fed from Fujairah — covering MEA, the Afghanistan corridor, and Asia Pacific — with warehousing and road/container distribution infrastructure currently being established.

Core Marine Services

Vessel, Storage & Documentation

🚢
Vessel Chartering

Time and voyage charter for VLCC, Suezmax, Aframax, and MR tankers. NOR tendering, laytime calculation, and demurrage management handled in-house.

🏗️
Tank Terminal Storage

Access to tank storage at Fujairah (UAE), Jurong (Singapore), and ARA (Rotterdam). Capacity management, product custody, and blending coordination.

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Route Optimisation

Real-time route intelligence. Cape of Good Hope, Suez, Malacca, and Panama alternatives modelled for every voyage with cost and ETA comparison.

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Documentation & Customs

Bill of lading management, customs clearance in all major jurisdictions, certificate of origin, and SGS inspection coordination for every cargo.

Port Agency

Port agency relationships at Fujairah, Jebel Ali, Rotterdam, Singapore, Qingdao, and key African ports. Berth coordination and NOR issuance.

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P&I & Insurance

Full cargo insurance coordination. P&I club memberships verified on all chartered vessels. War risk and piracy coverage for high-risk corridors.

Strategic Trade Corridors

Three Corridors. One Platform.

VSM Global has established strategic supply corridors across three high-growth regions, all anchored through our Fujairah hub — the world's largest bunkering port and a critical free zone gateway.

Corridor 01
MEA
Corridor
Middle East & Africa
Fed by
Fujairah Free Zone, UAE

The MEA Corridor positions Fujairah as the primary supply hub for energy and commodity distribution across the Middle East and Africa. Fujairah's strategic location — outside the Strait of Hormuz — provides a secure, sanctions-resilient gateway for product movement into East Africa, the Horn of Africa, Red Sea markets, and key Gulf destinations.

Delivery Mode
Road Tankers · ISO Containers · Coastal Vessels
Key Markets
East Africa · Horn of Africa · Red Sea · Gulf States
Products
EN590 · Jet A1 · Fuel Oil · Fertilizers · Chemicals
Corridor 02
Afghanistan
Corridor
Central & South Asia
Primary Hub
Fujairah Free Zone, UAE
Gateway Ports
Chabbar Port, Iran
Aktau Port, Kazakhstan (Rail)

The Afghanistan Corridor provides a structured supply route for energy and commodity delivery into landlocked Central Asian markets. Product is shipped from Fujairah to Chabbar Port (Iran) — a strategically important deep-water port with direct road connectivity into Afghanistan — bypassing Pakistani routing dependencies.

The Aktau (Kazakhstan) rail gateway extends this corridor into Central Asia, enabling commodity flows from the Caspian basin northward via the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) — connecting to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and beyond.

Route
Fujairah → Chabbar → Afghanistan
Rail Route
Aktau → Kazakhstan → Uzbekistan (TITR)
Products
Fuel · Fertilizers · Industrial Commodities
Corridor 03
Asia Pacific
Corridor
East & Southeast Asia
Primary Hubs
Jurong Terminal, Singapore
Qingdao Port, China
Regional APAC Ports

The Asia Pacific Corridor covers VSM Global's trade flows into East and Southeast Asia, anchored through Jurong Terminal in Singapore — one of the world's largest storage and bunkering hubs — and Qingdao, China's primary energy import port. This corridor handles refined product imports, fertilizer distribution, and bulk commodity movements across the region's high-growth demand centres.

Key Hubs
Singapore · Qingdao · Port Klang · Bangkok
Delivery Mode
VLCC · Aframax · MR Tankers · ISO Containers
Products
Crude · EN590 · Fertilizers · Metals
Infrastructure Development

Fujairah Warehousing &
Distribution Infrastructure

Under Development · Fujairah Free Zone
MEA Warehousing Hub

VSM Global is establishing a dedicated warehousing and distribution infrastructure at the Fujairah Free Zone — purpose-built to serve as the primary last-mile fulfilment centre for MEA markets. This facility will bridge seaborne commodity imports with road and container delivery networks across the region.

Bulk liquid and dry cargo warehousing co-located with Fujairah port infrastructure
ISO container stuffing and break-bulk operations for regional distribution
Bonded storage with free zone customs facilitation for re-export
Cold chain and temperature-controlled sections for specialty chemical products
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Road Delivery Network

Fleet of road tankers and flatbed trailers for overland delivery across UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Northern Africa. Direct delivery to industrial end-users, refineries, and distribution centres.

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Container Distribution

20ft and 40ft ISO container dispatch for dry commodity delivery — fertilizers, metals, and packaged chemicals. Full documentation, customs, and last-mile coordination to final buyer.

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Cross-Docking & Consolidation

Multi-origin cargo consolidation at Fujairah for onward regional dispatch. Reduces per-unit delivery costs for smaller buyers across MEA markets.

Corridor Summary
Primary Hub
Fujairah
UAE Free Zone · All corridors
MEA Gateway
Fujairah → MEA
Road · Container · Coastal
Afghanistan Route
Chabbar · Aktau
Sea · Road · Rail (TITR)
APAC Route
Jurong · Qingdao
VLCC · Aframax · ISO
VSMBIO · Green Chemistry

Sustainable Chemistry
at Industrial Scale

VSMBIO delivers bio-based industrial chemistry solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining the performance standards that energy, manufacturing, and water industries demand.

Application Areas

Where VSMBIO Delivers

🏭
Industrial Chemistry
Heavy industry and manufacturing applications with bio-based formulations that meet REACH compliance standards. Drop-in replacements for petroleum-derived solvents.
Oil & Gas Applications
Downhole chemistry, pipeline treatment, and refinery-compatible bio-solutions for E&P operators. Compatible with existing injection systems and wellbore environments.
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Water Treatment
Municipal and industrial water treatment using active oxygen chemistry — chlorine-free, eco-safe, effective across a wide pH range. Certified for potable water applications.
⚗️
Active Oxygen Technology
Proprietary active oxygen technologies for oxidation, disinfection, and chemical process enhancement. Outperforms traditional oxidants with lower environmental residuals.
Active oxygen technologies replacing traditional solvents across industrial applications
Certified for oil field and water treatment applications with full regulatory compliance documentation
ESG-aligned supply chain with full ingredient traceability and sustainability reporting
REACH-compliant formulations accepted across EU, GCC, and Asia-Pacific markets
Industrial-grade formulations available for large-scale deployment with volume pricing
Technical support team available for formulation customisation and field trials
Governance & Compliance

Built on
Institutional Standards

VSM Global operates under the strictest international trade compliance frameworks. Compliance is not an afterthought — it is the foundation of every trade we execute.

Regulatory Frameworks

Standards We Uphold

UCP 600 — Documentary Credits
UCC 4A — Wire Transfer Rules
AML / KYC — Full Screening
SWIFT MT700 / MT760 / MT799
OFAC Sanctions Compliance
UN Security Council Sanctions
EU Restrictive Measures
REACH Chemical Compliance
ISPS Code — Maritime Security
ESG Reporting — GRI Framework
Our Position

Compliance is the Trade

VSM Global was built around the understanding that institutional buyers, banks, and sovereign counterparties require more than product availability — they require verifiable, documented, and legally sound trade structures.

Every counterparty is screened before engagement. Every financial instrument is authenticated. Every product is inspected before shipment.

This discipline is what distinguishes VSM Global as a structured trade infrastructure company — not merely a commodity seller.

Compliance Desk

For compliance verification, mandate screening, or regulatory enquiries, contact our compliance desk before initiating any trade procedure.

Contact Compliance Desk
⚠ Fraud Warning

VSM Global does not solicit upfront fees, advance payments, or commissions before mandate execution. If you have received such a request purporting to be from VSM Global, please report it immediately to sales@vsmglobal.com

Market Insights & Intelligence

Live Trade Intelligence
for Today's Market

Real-time commodity prices and institutional market analysis — updated continuously from global energy, freight, and fertilizer markets.

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Energy
Oil & Refined Products
Energy
Freight
Tanker Market
Freight
Fertilizers
Urea & Crop Nutrients
Fertilizers
Geopolitical
Risk Monitor
Risk
Live Price Signals
ICE BRENT CRUDE
WTI CRUDE OIL
GOLD (USD/oz)
NAT GAS ($/MMBtu)
UREA CFR INDIA ($/mt)
Live Market Feed
Live Alert
Strait of Hormuz disruption continues — VLCC rates elevated, alternative routing adding 8–12 days to NW Europe delivery windows.
Trade Desk

For proprietary market data or mandate-specific analysis, contact our trade desk directly.

Contact Trade Desk
Trade Desk

Ready to Execute
at Global Scale?

Our trade desk operates across time zones with dedicated coverage for energy, commodities, and structured trade mandates.

Send a Mandate Enquiry

Get in Touch

All enquiries subject to KYC/AML screening. We respond within 24 business hours.

Primary Contact
Response Time
Within 24 business hours.
Urgent mandates: mark subject line [URGENT]
Banking & Compliance
All trades executed under UCP600.
SWIFT MT700/MT760 authenticated.
KYC/AML screening mandatory.
Acceptable Instruments
✓ Irrevocable LC (UCP600)
✓ Standby LC (SBLC)
✓ Bank Guarantee (BG)
✓ SWIFT MT700 / MT760
✗ Cash upfront — Not accepted
✗ Informal transfers — Not accepted
Fujairah
UAE · Primary Hub
Energy Terminal Access
Middle East & Gulf Corridor
Bunkering Operations
GTAP Operations Centre
Rotterdam
Netherlands · European Gateway
ARA Refinery Access
NW Europe Distribution
European Banking Relations
EN590 & Jet A1 Hub
Singapore
Singapore · APAC Corridor
Jurong Terminal Relations
East Asia & Pacific Routes
Bunkering Hub
APAC Trade Coordination
AML Policy

Anti-Money Laundering
& Sanctions Compliance

VSM Global Group maintains a zero-tolerance approach to money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions violations. This policy governs all trade activities across all group entities.

Our Commitment

AML Framework

VSM Global Group is committed to complying with all applicable anti-money laundering (AML) laws and regulations including the UAE Federal Law No. 20 of 2019 on Anti-Money Laundering, the FATF Recommendations, and applicable EU and US AML frameworks.

All customers, counterparties, and business partners are subject to mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures before any trade is initiated. This includes identity verification, source of funds verification, and beneficial ownership disclosure.

Suspicious transactions are reported to the relevant Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) in accordance with local legislation. VSM Global maintains full transaction records for a minimum of 5 years.

Key Requirements

What We Screen

OFAC SDN List Screening
UN Security Council Sanctions List
EU Consolidated Sanctions List
UK HM Treasury Financial Sanctions
UAE Local Terrorist List
Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) Checks
Adverse Media Screening
Beneficial Ownership Verification
Source of Funds Declaration
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for High-Risk
⚠ Fraud & Suspicious Activity

Report Suspicious Activity

VSM Global does not solicit advance payments, upfront fees, or commissions prior to mandate execution. If you receive communications purporting to be from VSM Global requesting payment before delivery, please report this immediately.

To report suspicious activity or potential fraud: sales@vsmglobal.com

Last reviewed: January 2025 · VSM Global Group Compliance Department

Privacy Policy

How We Handle
Your Personal Data

VSM Global Group respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws including the UAE PDPL, EU GDPR, and international privacy standards.

Data We Collect

Information Collection

When you contact VSM Global or submit a mandate enquiry, we may collect: full name, company name, email address, phone number, trade enquiry details, and any documents you provide as part of the KYC process.

Technical data including IP address, browser type, and website usage information may be collected automatically when you visit our website.

How We Use Data

Purpose of Processing

Personal data collected is used exclusively to: respond to trade enquiries, conduct mandatory KYC/AML screening as required by law, process and execute trade mandates, comply with regulatory obligations, and prevent fraud and financial crime.

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

How Long We Keep Data

Trade-related records and KYC documentation are retained for a minimum of 5 years in compliance with UAE AML regulations and international standards. Website enquiry data is retained for up to 2 years unless a trade relationship is established.

Your Rights

Data Subject Rights

Subject to applicable law, you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights or for any privacy-related enquiries, contact: sales@vsmglobal.com

Last updated: January 2025 · VSM Global Group

Terms of Trade

Trading Terms
& Conditions

These Terms of Trade govern all commodity trading activities conducted by VSM Global Group and its subsidiaries. All mandates, SPAs, and LOIs are subject to these terms unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Clause 1

Mandate Initiation

All trade mandates must be initiated through a formal Letter of Intent (LOI) submitted to VSM Global's trade desk. The LOI must specify product, quantity, delivery location, preferred Incoterm, and the buyer's or seller's banking details. VSM Global reserves the right to decline any mandate without providing a reason.

Clause 2

KYC & Compliance

All counterparties must complete VSM Global's KYC procedure before an SPA is executed. This includes submission of corporate documentation, beneficial ownership declaration, and source of funds verification. Non-compliance will result in immediate termination of the mandate.

Clause 3

Payment Instruments

VSM Global accepts only verifiable banking instruments for settlement, including Irrevocable Letters of Credit (LC) under UCP600, Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC), and Bank Guarantees (BG) authenticated via SWIFT MT700 or MT760. Cash advance payments or informal wire transfers are not accepted under any circumstances.

Clause 4

Inspection & Quality

All products delivered by VSM Global are subject to independent third-party inspection by SGS, Intertek, or equivalent. Certificate of Quality (COQ) and Certificate of Quantity (COQ) are provided with each shipment. Buyer has the right to appoint an independent inspector at loading port at buyer's cost.

Clause 5

Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

All SPAs and trade agreements entered into by VSM Global are governed by the laws of the UAE unless otherwise agreed. Disputes shall be referred to arbitration under the rules of the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) or the ICC International Court of Arbitration.

Last updated: January 2025 · VSM Global Group Legal Department

Fraud Warning

Protect Yourself from
Trade Fraud

VSM Global Group is aware of fraudulent communications and impersonation scams targeting commodity traders. This page provides guidance on how to identify and report fraud.

⚠ IMPORTANT NOTICE

VSM Global does not request advance payments

VSM Global Group and all its subsidiaries (VSMi, VSM.OIL, VSMBIO) will never request advance fees, upfront commissions, facilitation payments, insurance bonds, or any form of payment before physical product delivery. If you have received such a request claiming to be from VSM Global, it is fraudulent.

Common Fraud Tactics
Requests for upfront fees before delivery
Fake allocation letters or POP documents
Urgent mandate pressure tactics
Requests via personal email addresses
Fake bank comfort letters or SWIFT copies
Impersonation of VSM Global staff
How to Verify VSM Global
Only contact via sales@vsmglobal.com
All SPAs are issued on company letterhead
SWIFT authenticated banking instruments only
KYC required before any document exchange
No upfront fees under any circumstance
Independent inspection by SGS / Intertek
Report Fraud

Contact Our Compliance Team

If you believe you have been contacted by someone fraudulently impersonating VSM Global, or if you have received suspicious communications, please report it immediately to our compliance department.

Report Fraud: sales@vsmglobal.com