Terms ofService

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the services provided by Calmwaters Shipping Ltd ("Company", "we", "us", "our"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Services Description

Calmwaters Shipping Ltd provides maritime services including but not limited to:

• Vessel chartering and brokerage services
• Port agency services across West African ports
• Marine consultancy and advisory services
• Cargo handling and logistics management
• Tanker clearance and specialized vessel services

3. Professional Maritime Services

Our services are provided to qualified maritime professionals, vessel owners, charterers, and commercial entities engaged in legitimate maritime trade. All vessel chartering and commercial arrangements are subject to separate charter party agreements and industry-standard terms.

4. User Responsibilities

Users of our services agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information in all communications
• Comply with all applicable maritime laws and regulations
• Maintain proper vessel certifications and documentation
• Honor all commercial commitments and contractual obligations
• Use our services for legitimate maritime business purposes only

5. Limitation of Liability

Calmwaters Shipping Ltd acts as an intermediary and broker in maritime transactions. We are not responsible for the condition, seaworthiness, or performance of vessels, nor for the actions of vessel owners, charterers, or other third parties. Our liability is limited to the extent permitted by applicable maritime law and industry practice.

6. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of Nigeria and the applicable international maritime conventions. Any disputes arising from the use of our services shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Nigerian courts, unless otherwise specified in separate commercial agreements.

7. Industry Standards and Compliance

All maritime services are provided in accordance with:

• International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations
• SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) Convention
• MARPOL (Marine Pollution) Convention
• Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) requirements
• Local port authority regulations and procedures

8. Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality regarding commercial information, vessel positions, cargo details, and other sensitive maritime business data. Information is shared only with authorized parties directly involved in specific transactions.

9. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, weather conditions, port closures, governmental actions, or other maritime industry disruptions.

10. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including market analysis, port data, vessel specifications, and proprietary maritime intelligence, is owned by Calmwaters Shipping Ltd and protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

11. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

12. Contact Information