Reply to a request to establish business relations

Moda Boulevard Haussman Paris France Telephone 765849 Fax 765404 Telex 885644 MODAS Mr Angelo Bonetti Chief Buyer Modern Shoes Fashions 78 Via Appia Rome Italy Dear Mr Bonetti, Thank you for your letter of the 16th of this month. We shall be glad to enter into business relations with your company. In compliance with your request, we are sending you, under separate cover our latest catalogue and price is covering our export range. Payment should be made by revocable and confirmed letter of credit. Should you wish to place an order please telex or fax us. Yours sincerely		Useful phrases Line 1 We shall be glad to enter into business relations with your company Line 3 In compliance with your request, Line 5 Payment should be made by Line 6 Should you wish to place an order Notes Para. 1 Make the reference clear and answer the main inquiry Para. 2 State what action you are going to take. Para. 3 Make your payment terms clear from the start. Para. 4 Invite the prospect to start trading immediately
Comments When an enquiry is received, answer promptly as here. This demonstrates your efficiency and dynamic approach. The letter is brief but leaves nothing out.	Alternative Phrases Line 1 We would be delighted to establish business relations Line 3 Regarding your request Line 5 Our company policy is to ask for payment by Line 6 If you would like to place an order