Trade Finance in Cambridge
Trade finance helps UK businesses manage the cash flow gap in their supply chain - between paying suppliers and receiving payment from customers. Spark Finance helps Cambridge businesses access competitive trade finance through our panel of 250+ specialist UK lenders.
At a glance
Typical rate
2-5% above base rate
Amount range
£10,000 to £25m
Decision time
3-10 working days
UK lenders
250+
Why choose Spark Finance for trade finance in Cambridge?
We work with Cambridge businesses every day to find the most competitive trade finance from our panel of 250+ specialist UK lenders.
Bridge the gap between paying suppliers and receiving payment
Fund larger orders without straining cash flow
Available for domestic and international trade
Facilities grow with your order book
Access to specialist trade finance lenders
What is Trade Finance?
Trade finance helps UK businesses manage the cash flow gap in their supply chain - between paying suppliers and receiving payment from customers. From purchase order finance to supply chain finance and import/export loans, trade finance enables businesses to take on larger orders and trade internationally with confidence.
Business finance for Cambridge and the East of England
Cambridge sits within Cambridgeshire, part of the East of England - a centre for agritech, life sciences, logistics and advanced manufacturing. Cambridge has an active local business community in Cambridgeshire, ranging from independent operators to mid-sized employers.
The East of England hosts around 560,000 private sector businesses, including the Cambridge tech cluster. Spark Finance regularly arranges trade finance for agritech, life sciences, logistics businesses across the East of England, including in Cambridge.
Whether you're a agritech business or operating in another sector entirely, our brokers in England can match your application to the most suitable lenders on our panel.
Trade Finance in nearby areas
We also help businesses across Cambridgeshire and the wider the East of England region.
Trade Finance by industry in Cambridge
We provide specialist trade finance for all major industry sectors in Cambridge.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between trade finance and invoice finance?
Invoice finance releases cash from invoices you've already raised to customers. Trade finance helps you pay suppliers before you've even started production or shipped goods. They complement each other and both can be used alongside working capital facilities.
Can start-ups access trade finance?
Trade finance is generally more accessible to established businesses with a track record. However, some specialist lenders will consider start-ups with strong purchase orders or contracts in place. Security or a personal guarantee may be required.
What documents are needed for trade finance?
Typically: purchase orders or contracts, supplier invoices or pro-forma invoices, business bank statements (3-6 months), company accounts, and details of your trading history. For international trade, import/export documentation is also required.