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Highlights

  • Experienced founders that have successfully founded International Trading Companies.
  • Over 14+ years of Global Trade experience, buying and selling products all over the world.
  • Developed innovative cloud software solutions to streamline global trade documentation for Small and Medium Businesses worldwide.

Created the Global Trade Newsletter, to inform and educate over 150K+ subscribers to help them succeed in global trade

About Ben Thompson

Ben is passionate about International Trade, Import/Export, International Shipping and connecting world markets. For the last 14 years Ben has specialized in importing and exporting goods around the world, and creating content and software solutions to help small and medium sized businesses to become successful in global trade.

After facing the many challenges of running their own trading company, in 2016 Ben Thompson and Brandon Boor founded IncoDocs, a new cloud based software tool to help importers and exporters to streamline their global trade documentation. In 2019 IncoDocs secured investment from global shipping line giant Maersk, as they shared their vision to digitize global supply chain processes. Since then Ben and Brandon have grown IncoDocs to provide solutions to companies in over 120 countries.

Additionally, the IncoDocs team continues to provide detailed industry articles, videos, podcasts, guides and tools to help companies thrive in global trade. The IncoDocs YouTube channel has gained over 20K+ subscribers, and had over 1 Million video views.  The team are consistently providing useful content to help importers and exporters solve their problems along the supply chain.

Ben and Brandon also created the Global Trade Newsletter, which continues to provides news, resources and helpful content to over 150k+ subscribers.

The IncoDocs team are passionate about global trade and understand the complexities of the global supply chain and continue to create content and solutions to streamline the import export process and drive the future of global trade.

Posts by Ben Thompson

  • European Union’s Russian LNG Dilemma

    Last updated on August 31, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    Despite aims to cut reliance on Russian fossil fuels, the EU's imports of Russian LNG surged by 40% from January to July 2023, setting a record. This increase, driven by significant purchases by Belgium and Spain, contrasts with a global average rise of 6%. The EU's growing dependency on Russian LNG, which constitutes 16% of…

  • Africa’s potential as supply chain leader

    Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    Africa's rise as a supply chain leader is driven by its rich resources, emerging industries, and integration into global markets, offering vast potential for economic growth and global supply chain diversification.

  • Ocean shipping rates hit multi-year low

    Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    Trans-Atlantic shipping rates have plummeted to their lowest in over a decade, with a 79% drop from a 2022 peak to $1,577 per FEU, significantly below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting major shifts in shipping costs and market dynamics.

  • BRICS Alliance & US Dollar Pressures

    Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    The BRICS Alliance aims to use local currencies for trade, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar to boost economies and efficiency. This move could reshape global financial structures and lessen the dollar's dominance in foreign reserves.

  • USA Driver Pay Reaches $170k

    Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    UPS driver pay is set to reach $170k annually under a new labor agreement, reflecting significant wage hikes amid rising inflation. This move aims to improve worker conditions but is expected to impact UPS's profits due to increased labor costs.

  • Incoterms® in 2023 Guide

    Last updated on December 6, 2022 by Ben Thompson
    Incoterms 2023 Guide

    It is important to know which Incoterms® are applicable in 2023 as they determine the responsibilities of buyers and sellers. Additionally, incorrect Incoterms® can result in costly errors or delays in international trade.

  • Best Software for Small Business Exporters in 2022

    Last updated on June 16, 2022 by Ben Thompson

    Simplify & streamline your day-to-day import/export business operations with the best software for exporters 2022.

  • Australia India Free Trade Agreement Details and Industries that will be Affected.

    Last updated on April 29, 2022 by Ben Thompson

    A new Australia-India Free Trade agreement was signed on the 2nd of April 2022. The agreement, also known as the Australia-India Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (AI-CECA) is an interim agreement, as both countries continue to work towards a full Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement.

  • Incoterms® in 2022 Guide

    Last updated on April 13, 2022 by Ben Thompson

    Incoterms® were first published in 1936 and are continually updated over time to reflect the changing global business environment to be continually used in 2022 and beyond.

  • Podcast | Rising Shipping Rates & Container Loading Software

    Last updated on December 14, 2021 by Ben Thompson

    In this episode, Lukas from EasyCargo gives insight into the rise of shipping rates and how container loading software is used by exporters to maximize loading space, ensure safe load distribution, and reduce shipping costs to remain competitive in today’s changing market

  • European Union’s Russian LNG Dilemma

    Last updated on August 31, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    Despite aims to cut reliance on Russian fossil fuels, the EU's imports of Russian LNG surged by 40% from January to July 2023, setting a record. This increase, driven by significant purchases by Belgium and Spain, contrasts with a global average rise of 6%. The EU's growing dependency on Russian LNG, which constitutes 16% of its total LNG imports, raises concerns over energy security and financial support to Russia amidst calls for reduced consumption and potential sanctions to avoid energy crises. Read More »

  • Africa’s potential as supply chain leader

    Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    Africa's rise as a supply chain leader is driven by its rich resources, emerging industries, and integration into global markets, offering vast potential for economic growth and global supply chain diversification. Read More »

  • Ocean shipping rates hit multi-year low

    Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    Trans-Atlantic shipping rates have plummeted to their lowest in over a decade, with a 79% drop from a 2022 peak to $1,577 per FEU, significantly below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting major shifts in shipping costs and market dynamics. Read More »

  • BRICS Alliance & US Dollar Pressures

    Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    The BRICS Alliance aims to use local currencies for trade, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar to boost economies and efficiency. This move could reshape global financial structures and lessen the dollar's dominance in foreign reserves. Read More »

  • USA Driver Pay Reaches $170k

    Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben Thompson

    UPS driver pay is set to reach $170k annually under a new labor agreement, reflecting significant wage hikes amid rising inflation. This move aims to improve worker conditions but is expected to impact UPS's profits due to increased labor costs. Read More »

  • Incoterms® in 2023 Guide

    Last updated on December 6, 2022 by Ben Thompson
    Incoterms 2023 Guide

    It is important to know which Incoterms® are applicable in 2023 as they determine the responsibilities of buyers and sellers. Additionally, incorrect Incoterms® can result in costly errors or delays in international trade. Read More »

  • Best Software for Small Business Exporters in 2022

    Last updated on June 16, 2022 by Ben Thompson

    Simplify & streamline your day-to-day import/export business operations with the best software for exporters 2022. Read More »

  • Australia India Free Trade Agreement Details and Industries that will be Affected.

    Last updated on April 29, 2022 by Ben Thompson

    A new Australia-India Free Trade agreement was signed on the 2nd of April 2022. The agreement, also known as the Australia-India Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (AI-CECA) is an interim agreement, as both countries continue to work towards a full Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement. Read More »

  • Incoterms® in 2022 Guide

    Last updated on April 13, 2022 by Ben Thompson

    Incoterms® were first published in 1936 and are continually updated over time to reflect the changing global business environment to be continually used in 2022 and beyond. Read More »

  • Podcast | Rising Shipping Rates & Container Loading Software

    Last updated on December 14, 2021 by Ben Thompson

    In this episode, Lukas from EasyCargo gives insight into the rise of shipping rates and how container loading software is used by exporters to maximize loading space, ensure safe load distribution, and reduce shipping costs to remain competitive in today’s changing market Read More »

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