Dear :

This is to inform you that we have today shipped a consignment of [goods] on board [name of the ship]. The ship will sail from [port] on [date] and is due to arrive in [port] on [date]. The [goods] are packed in [number] wooden cases, numbered to and marked .

The following documents have been sent to [bank], who will forward them to [bank] for payment:

We hope you will find everything in perfect condition.

Sincerely yours

[name]

[title]