Protect milestone collections and scale capacity for larger international aerospace programs
When milestone invoices sit uninsured between delivery and customer acceptance, and banks cap their appetite for cross-border guarantees, your working capital takes the hit. EDC's trade credit insurance and guarantee-backed facilities give you the protection and headroom you need. • Cover non-payment risk on milestone invoices • Free up bank lines for bigger programs • Secure cash flow from contract award through final acceptance
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Frequently asked questions about export credit and financing
Managing large export contracts with milestone billing and cross-border guarantees requires specialized support. EDC works with Credit and Collections leaders to structure trade credit insurance, guarantees, and financing solutions that fit complex international programs. More questions? Contact us at info@edc.ca or visit our LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/export-development-canada
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EDC's trade credit insurance can cover individual milestone invoices throughout your project cycle. By insuring these receivables, you reduce the exposure window between delivery and final acceptance, helping your finance team manage risk more predictably across multi-stage contracts.
What if my bank is reluctant to issue cross-border guarantees?
EDC can provide guarantee-backed facilities that supplement your existing bank lines. This support often frees up capacity within your current banking relationships and gives you access to additional working capital for international contracts that might otherwise exceed your bank's appetite.
Can I bid on larger international programs without maxing out my credit lines?
EDC offers financial backing that allows you to pursue larger contracts with confidence while preserving your existing bank capacity. By sharing risk with EDC, you maintain the flexibility to grow your international order book without renegotiating every facility or putting additional strain on your banking partners.
How do I turn receivables into bankable assets?
When your receivables are insured by EDC, they become more attractive collateral in the eyes of lenders. This shift can improve your borrowing capacity and strengthen your position in financing conversations, giving your treasury team more options to support ongoing operations and new contract awards.
Does EDC have experience with aerospace and defence programs?
Yes. We have deep expertise in the aerospace and defence sector and understand the unique challenges of long-cycle export programs. Our team is experienced in structuring solutions for contracts with milestone-based payments, performance guarantees, and multi-party risk considerations. We work with you to assess the specific requirements of your program and provide tailored support throughout the contract lifecycle.
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Don't Let Financing Constraints Cost You Your Next Big Contract
An export risk and financing review helps you assess your current exposure portfolio and identify gaps before they become barriers. You'll gain clarity on risk capacity, protection for larger deals, and confidence to bid on programs that require stronger credit backing. Schedule your review now to explore how trade credit insurance can strengthen your positioning for upcoming opportunities.