Privacy Policy
Effective Date: This Privacy Policy is effective as of its publication on this website.
This Privacy Policy explains how Maritrel Shiptrade Corp Limited ("the Company", "we", "our" or "us") collects, uses, stores and protects personal information when you visit our website or contact us regarding our maritime services, including commercial ship management, technical ship management and oil trading.
"You" and "your" refer to any visitor, user or individual whose personal information we process in connection with this website or our business communications.
We process personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Where required, we will provide additional information or obtain consent before carrying out specific processing activities.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect the following categories of personal information:
Information You Provide
Full name
Company and job title
Business email address
Telephone number
Information included in enquiries or correspondence
Vessel, cargo, chartering, product or transaction details that you choose to provide in connection with a business enquiry
Any other information you voluntarily submit through our website or business communications
Technical Information
When you access our website, certain technical information may be processed by our hosting provider or other website service providers, depending on the website configuration. This may include:
IP address
Browser and device information
Operating system
Pages accessed and referring URLs
Access dates, times and technical log data
How We Use Your Information
We may use personal information for the following purposes, where permitted by applicable law:
To respond to enquiries and requests for information
To communicate about commercial ship management, technical ship management, oil trading and related business opportunities
To evaluate and follow up on potential business relationships
To coordinate relevant commercial, vessel, cargo or product requirements where necessary for a business enquiry or engagement
To operate, maintain and protect our website
To maintain business records and comply with legal obligations
To protect our rights, systems and legitimate business interests
Legal Grounds for Processing
Where applicable data protection law requires a legal basis for processing, we rely on the basis appropriate to the circumstances. Depending on the purpose, this may include:
Taking steps at your request before entering into a contract or performing a contract with you
Compliance with legal obligations
Our legitimate interests in responding to business enquiries, managing professional relationships, securing our systems and operating our business, where those interests are not overridden by your rights
Your consent, where consent is required by law
Sharing of Information
We do not disclose personal information indiscriminately. Where necessary and lawful, information may be shared with the following categories of recipients:
Authorized Personnel
Relevant personnel and representatives who need access to
handle enquiries, maintain business records or perform their
responsibilities.
Service Providers
Providers supporting website hosting, IT systems,
communications, security and other business operations,
where such services are used. Access should be limited to
what is necessary for the relevant purpose.
Business Counterparties
Where relevant to a specific enquiry, transaction or
service, information may be shared with appropriate business
counterparties, such as shipowners, charterers, brokers,
operators, suppliers or trading counterparties, where
necessary and lawful.
Professional Advisers and Authorities
Information may be disclosed to professional advisers or
public authorities where required by law or necessary to
establish, exercise or defend legal claims.
International Data Transfers
As maritime business and supporting services may involve parties operating in different countries, personal information may be transferred internationally where necessary and lawful.
Where applicable data protection law requires safeguards for an international transfer, we will use an appropriate transfer mechanism and safeguards required by that law.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, loss, misuse or disclosure.
No method of transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. We therefore cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including responding to enquiries, maintaining relevant business records, fulfilling contractual obligations and meeting legal requirements.
When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to delete it or anonymize it, subject to applicable legal and record-retention requirements.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for its operation, security and functionality. Depending on the website configuration, other technologies may also be used.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the availability or functionality of parts of the website.
Where consent is required for non-essential cookies or similar technologies, they should only be used in accordance with the applicable consent requirements.
Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location and the laws that apply, you may have the right to:
Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request erasure of personal information
Request restriction of, or object to, certain processing
Request data portability where applicable
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority
These rights are subject to applicable legal conditions and exceptions. To make a request, please contact us using the contact details published on this website. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Those websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.
Children's Privacy
This website is intended for professional and business use and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly seek to collect personal information from children through this website.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, business operations or applicable legal requirements.
Any revised version will be published on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact Maritrel Shiptrade Corp Limited using the contact details provided on our website.