Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: 01 January 2026
1. Parties, Purpose and Binding Effect
1.1. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement governing the use of the website operated by Marinlex Consultancy (“Marinlex” or the “Company”) (the “Site”) and all information, texts, visuals, documents, designs, logos, templates, reports, presentations and all other digital elements available on the Site (the “Content”), as well as all communication, quotation requests and information processes conducted through the Site.
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1.2. By visiting, browsing, completing any form on the Site, sending any email/message to Marinlex or interacting with the Site in any manner, the user (“User”) declares that they have read, understood and unconditionally accepted these Terms. Such acceptance means that these Terms have entered into force between Marinlex and the User.​​
2. Definitions
2.1. “Site” refers to the website operated by Marinlex together with all subpages, subdomains, mobile versions, interfaces and all digital assets related thereto. Any updates, interface changes or new functionalities are deemed within the scope of these Terms.
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2.2. “User” refers to all natural or legal persons accessing or using the Site. Where the User acts on behalf of a company or organization, the User represents that they are duly authorized and shall provide proof of authority upon request.
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2.3. “Content” includes all written and visual materials on the Site, including but not limited to texts, articles, informational notes, blog posts, e-books/guides/templates, sample documents, images, photographs, videos, drawings, graphics, trademarks, logos, designs, interfaces, software codes and all outputs provided by Marinlex.
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2.4. “Services” means the informational, communication, quotation evaluation and referral processes related to Marinlex’s consultancy activities provided via the Site. Marinlex reserves the right to determine, amend, suspend, limit or develop the Services unilaterally.
3. Right of Use, Access and Unilateral Rights
3.1. Marinlex provides the Site and the Content without any commitment as to duration or scope. Marinlex does not warrant uninterrupted, error-free or continuous accessibility. The User uses the Site at their own risk.
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3.2. Marinlex may modify, suspend or terminate any part of the Site, Content or Services at any time without prior notice and shall not be liable for any resulting loss, damage, loss of opportunity or loss of profit.
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3.3.If Marinlex determines that a User violates these Terms or poses a risk to its commercial reputation, security or third-party rights, Marinlex may restrict or block access at its sole discretion without any right of objection by the User.
4. Legal Nature of Content, No Binding Advice or Engagement
4.1. Unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing by Marinlex, none of the Content constitutes legal opinion, official consultancy, offer, undertaking, warranty or binding declaration. The Content is for general informational purposes only.
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4.2. The User bears full responsibility for any actions taken based on the Content and acknowledges that Marinlex shall not be liable for any resulting consequences.
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4.3. Requests sent through the Site do not oblige Marinlex to accept any engagement. A business relationship is established only upon Marinlex’s written confirmation and execution of a separate agreement.
5. User Obligations and Prohibited Use
5.1. The User undertakes to comply with applicable laws, public order, morality, good faith, personal rights, intellectual property regulations and Marinlex’s commercial reputation.
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5.2. Any actions that may harm the Site infrastructure or security, including bots, scraping, spam, malware, unauthorized access attempts or exploitation of vulnerabilities, are strictly prohibited.
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5.3. Marinlex may immediately block access and pursue legal remedies where prohibited use is detected or reasonably suspected.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1. All intellectual and industrial property rights relating to the Site and the Content belong exclusively to Marinlex and/or its licensors. These Terms do not grant any license or transfer of rights.
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6.2. The User may not copy, reproduce, store, distribute, sell, commercially exploit or create derivative works without Marinlex’s written consent. All damages arising from unauthorized use shall be indemnified by the User.
7. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
7.1. The Site and Content are provided “as is”. Marinlex gives no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, suitability or availability.
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7.2. Marinlex shall not be liable for any interruption, cyber attack, virus, infrastructure failure or third-party interference.
7.3. Marinlex shall under no circumstances be liable for indirect damages, loss of profit, data, reputation or opportunity.
8. Third-Party Links
8.1. The Site may contain hyperlinks, references, plug-ins, embedded content, or access points leading to third-party websites, platforms, services, applications, or resources (“Third-Party Platforms”). Such links are provided solely for informational purposes and user convenience.
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8.2. Marinlex does not operate, control, endorse, monitor, maintain, or guarantee any Third-Party Platform, including without limitation their availability, security, accuracy, legality, quality, functionality, or compliance with applicable laws.
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8.3. Any access to Third-Party Platforms is made at the User’s own risk. The User is solely responsible for reviewing and accepting the terms, privacy policies, and security practices of Third-Party Platforms prior to using them.
8.4. Marinlex reserves the right, but has no obligation, to remove, modify, or disable any Third-Party Platform link at any time without prior notice.
9. Personal Data, Privacy and Cookies
9.1. Marinlex processes personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and other applicable data protection legislation.
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9.2. All personal data processing activities carried out in relation to the Site, Services, contact forms, inquiries, newsletter subscriptions, proposal requests, and any other interactions between the User and Marinlex shall be governed by:
(a) the Privacy Notice,
(b) the Privacy Policy, and
(c) the Cookie Policy
(collectively, the “Privacy Documents”), each of which forms an integral and inseparable part of these Terms by reference.
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9.3. By accessing or using the Site and/or by submitting any information through the Site, the User acknowledges that they have read and understood the Privacy Documents and accepts that their personal data may be processed in accordance with the Privacy Documents. Where explicit consent is required under the GDPR, Marinlex shall rely on the relevant consent mechanism.
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9.4. The User represents and warrants that all personal data, documents, and information provided to Marinlex:
(a) are accurate, complete, and up to date;
(b) have been lawfully obtained and are lawfully shared;
(c) do not infringe the rights, freedoms, or legitimate interests of any third party; and
(d) where such data relates to third persons, the User has obtained all necessary authorizations, consents, or other valid legal bases required under the GDPR for such disclosure.
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9.5. The User shall be solely liable for any administrative fines, regulatory sanctions, claims, losses, damages, costs, or third-party demands arising from or related to the submission of inaccurate, misleading, or unlawfully shared personal data. Marinlex expressly reserves all rights of recourse against the User.
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9.6. Marinlex may use cookies and similar tracking technologies in accordance with the Cookie Policy to ensure the security, proper functioning, performance optimization, analytical assessment, and improvement of the Site and the Services. The User may manage or withdraw cookie preferences subject to the Cookie Policy and applicable law.
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9.7. Marinlex may process personal data as data controller and/or data processor within the meaning of the GDPR, depending on the nature of the specific interaction, and the User acknowledges that the applicable legal basis, retention periods, and data subject rights are detailed in the Privacy Documents.
10. Amendments
10.1. Marinlex may, at its sole discretion, amend, update, replace, expand, or otherwise modify these Terms (in whole or in part) at any time.
10.2. The updated version of the Terms shall become effective immediately upon publication on the Site, unless a later effective date is expressly stated.
10.3. The User is responsible for periodically reviewing the Terms. Continued access to or use of the Site following publication of any updated Terms shall constitute the User’s unconditional acceptance of such updated Terms.
10.4. If the User does not agree to the updated Terms, the User must immediately cease all use of the Site. The User shall have no claim against Marinlex on the grounds of amendments or updates.
11. Force Majeure
11.1. Marinlex shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance of its obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from events beyond Marinlex’s reasonable control (“Force Majeure”), including but not limited to: natural disasters, fire, flood, earthquake, epidemic/pandemic, war, terrorism, civil unrest, strikes or labor disputes, governmental actions, changes in laws or regulations, court/authority decisions, internet or telecommunications outages, power failures, cyber-attacks, system failures, or disruptions of third-party service providers.
11.2. During the Force Majeure event, Marinlex’s affected obligations shall be suspended for the duration of such event, and Marinlex shall be entitled to a reasonable extension of time to perform.
11.3. Marinlex shall not be responsible for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, punitive, or incidental losses arising from Force Majeure, including loss of profit, loss of business, loss of data, loss of opportunity, and reputational harm.
12. Severability, No Waiver and Evidence Agreement
12.1. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a competent authority, such provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
12.2. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be deemed replaced by a valid provision that most closely reflects the original intent and economic purpose of the invalid provision, in a manner favorable to Marinlex to the extent permitted by law.
12.3. Any failure or delay by Marinlex in exercising any right, power, or remedy under these Terms shall not operate as a waiver of that or any other right, power, or remedy. A waiver by Marinlex shall be effective only if made in writing and shall apply solely to the specific instance for which it is given.
12.4. The User agrees that Marinlex’s electronic records, server logs, system audit trails, database records, website interaction records, e-mail correspondence, and commercial books and records (where applicable) shall constitute valid and admissible evidence in any dispute .
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
13.1. These Terms and any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or in connection with the Site, the Content, these Terms, or the relationship between the User and Marinlex shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws of England and Wales, excluding its conflict of laws rules.
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13.2. The courts of London, United Kingdom, shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms, the Site, or the User’s use of the Site.
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13.3. The User irrevocably agrees to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of London and expressly waives any objection based on venue, forum non conveniens, or similar grounds, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
14. Communications and Notifications
14.1. The User acknowledges and agrees that Marinlex may communicate with the User through the communication channels indicated on the Site and/or through the contact information provided by the User (including e-mail and telephone), for purposes related to the Site and the User’s inquiries.
14.2. Any notification, request, demand, or other communication by the User to Marinlex shall be deemed valid only if sent via the communication channels published by Marinlex on the Site and/or as otherwise expressly designated by Marinlex.
14.3. Any notification or communication by Marinlex to the User shall be deemed duly served when:
(a) published on the Site; and/or
(b) transmitted to the User’s last known contact details provided by the User.
14.4. The User is solely responsible for ensuring that their contact information is accurate and up to date. Marinlex shall not be liable for any failure of notification due to inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated contact details provided by the User.
15. Entry Into Force and Term
15.1. These Terms enter into force on the date they are published on the Site and shall remain effective for as long as the User accesses or uses the Site.
15.2. The provisions which by their nature should survive termination or cessation of use (including without limitation intellectual property, limitation of liability, privacy references, evidence agreement, and governing law/jurisdiction) shall survive and remain binding indefinitely to the maximum extent permitted by law.