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Delivered Ex Ship (DES) is an Incoterm that means the seller delivers goods to the buyer at a designated port, with the seller responsible for costs and risks until the goods are unloaded from the ship.
In a DES agreement, the seller is responsible for all costs and risks associated with the shipment of goods until they reach the agreed-upon port. This includes transportation, insurance, and any potential damage during transit. Once the goods are unloaded at the port, the buyer assumes responsibility for further costs and delivery.
Delivered Ex Ship (DES) simplifies logistics for businesses by clearly defining the seller’s responsibilities up to the point the goods are unloaded. This arrangement can benefit businesses by reducing their own risk during transit, as the seller is responsible for all shipping risks.
It also ensures that the buyer has full control once the goods are onshore, which can streamline the next steps in the supply chain. Ultimately, it provides a balanced approach for both parties, fostering smoother international transactions.
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Delivered Ex Ship (DES) provides clear guidelines on the distribution of risks and costs between the seller and the buyer. This helps businesses manage their supply chain efficiently, reducing misunderstandings about who is responsible for the shipment at various stages of the journey.
For example, if a food seller in Asia is shipping goods to a buyer in the U.S., under a DES agreement, the seller handles everything until the cargo is unloaded at the U.S. port. Once the goods arrive, the buyer takes over responsibility for local transportation and delivery.
