Close Cash Flow Gaps and Protect Global Receivables
When your production cycles span months and your receivables depend on a handful of foreign OEMs, cash flow becomes unpredictable. EDC gives you the tools to turn that uncertainty into reliable, bankable revenue.
- Trade credit insurance protects your concentrated OEM receivables from non-payment
- Guarantees and export financing free up working capital so you can fulfill global orders without tying up treasury reserves
- You get predictable cash flow that supports growth instead of creating liquidity pressure
How Canadian exporters succeed with EDC
Real stories from businesses expanding to new markets with EDC’s support.
"EDC helped us explore new Indo-Pacific markets and manage our risks."
"With EDC’s guidance, we set our sights on new Asian markets."
"EDC helped kickstart our export business."
Common Questions About Export Risk & Financing
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Access export resourcesHow does trade credit insurance protect concentrated foreign receivables?
Trade credit insurance can cover non-payment by foreign buyers, including large OEM customers, when commercial or political risks prevent them from fulfilling their obligations. This protection helps make concentrated receivables more secure and more attractive to lenders, which can improve your access to working capital financing.
How can EDC guarantees increase my borrowing capacity?
EDC guarantees work alongside your existing bank or lender to support a larger credit facility by sharing the risk on your export receivables or international contracts. This risk-sharing arrangement can free up additional working capital and help you fulfill larger international orders without straining your balance sheet.
Can EDC help bridge cash gaps during long production lead times?
EDC export financing solutions can provide liquidity to cover costs during extended production cycles before you ship goods and receive payment. This helps manage cash flow timing so you can meet supplier and payroll obligations while waiting for payment from foreign buyers, reducing the pressure on internal cash reserves.
What coverage options exist for selling to foreign OEMs?
Coverage options can help protect against non-payment and other commercial and political risks when selling into foreign markets, particularly to international OEM buyers. These solutions allow you to extend competitive payment terms with greater confidence, helping you win business while managing your credit exposure on large buyer concentrations.
Does EDC support clean technology manufacturers?
Yes. EDC supports clean technology exporters with financing solutions suited to the long production cycles and capital requirements typical of manufacturing operations. We have experience working with companies in this sector and can help structure treasury and export financing that aligns with your business needs.
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