商务英语阅读写作unit 8.ppt

Section1. How to Write Letters Concerning Shipment To give a brief introduction to what is international shipment To enable Ss to become aware of main content of letters concerning international shipment To enable Ss to familiarize themselves with the samples given To read and practice using some of the important words and expressions for business writing To do exercises and practice translating letters concerning international shipment I. What is international shipment? Shipment is very important in foreign trade because goods sold by the seller have to be delivered to the buyer abroad. There are several means of transport in foreign trade. As about 98% of world trade are covered by sea transport, exporters and importers are more concerned with transport by sea than in other ways. Transport by air is, however, increasing in scope and is the best method for certain types of export and import and under emergency circumstances, though its limitations are obvious. The modern way of transportation is that the cargo is transported by container ships. After making shipment, the seller should promptly advise the buyer of its effectuation, no matter whether the transaction is concluded on FOB, CFR or CIF basis. II. The Main Content of Letters Concerning Shipment 1) Giving your purpose for writing concerning shipment 2) Stating the specific way for shipment 3) Expressing your hope that the shipment will be made immediately according to the contract stipulations III. Read and Explain Sample Letters Sample 1: III. Read and Explain Sample Letters Sample 2: III. Read and Explain Sample Letters Sample 2: III. Read and Explain Sample Letters Sample 3: III. Read and Explain Sample Letters Sample 4: Answer the Following Questions 1. What’s the purpose for writing the first letter? 2. What kind of letter is the second letter? 3. What price term is used in the transaction of the third letter? 4. What is the purpose of the fourth letter? Words and Expressions Commonly Use