ignoring the dilligence side, as you are happy to be where you are, to do a TT, the simplest way is to get your bank to arrange. It will cost you £10-30, dependant on who you use.
WRT shipping, what are your terms, FOB, CIF, CFR etc? Ideally, go for the last two, as the supplier will get a better rate than you would. Find a good freight forwarder/shipping agent and let them take the starin out of the process.
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