Acceptance of General Terms & Conditions
By appointing Trust Lines Marine Services LLC or utilizing any of our maritime, logistics, or husbandry services, the Client (herein referred to as the 'Principal') expressly acknowledges and accepts the General Terms and Conditions (GTC) outlined herein. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement governing all operational, financial, and legal interactions between the parties. The Principal warrants that any individual providing instructions on behalf of the vessel, owner, or charterer has the full authority to bind the Client to these terms. Any deviations from these conditions must be agreed upon in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Trust Lines Marine Services LLC. Continued instruction or the arrival of a vessel under our agency constitutes an irrevocable acceptance of these terms and any applicable local port tariffs.
Eligibility to Use this Website
Access to and use of this website is strictly reserved for individuals who are at least 18 years of age and possess the legal authority to enter into binding agreements. By using this platform, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements and that all information provided by you is accurate and truthful. If you are accessing this website on behalf of a corporate entity, ship owner, or charterer, you further warrant that you have the requisite legal authority to bind such entity to our Terms and Conditions. Trust Lines Marine Services LLC reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to refuse service, terminate accounts, or restrict access to any user who fails to comply with these eligibility standards or violates local maritime and cyber regulations within the United Arab Emirates
Intellectual Property Rights
All content featured on this website, including but not limited to the Trust Lines Marine Services LLC logo, company name, text, and service descriptions, is the exclusive property of Trust Lines Marine Services LLC and is protected by United Arab Emirates and international trademark and copyright laws.
Photography and Imagery: Certain images and visual assets utilized on this platform are sourced from royalty-free stock photography providers. These images are used in accordance with their respective licensing agreements, and the original creators retain all proprietary rights. Trust Lines Marine Services LLC does not claim ownership over these specific third-party visuals.
Domain and Data Hosting: This website and its domain are managed and maintained by an authorized third-party service provider. We ensure that our hosting infrastructure complies with stringent data protection laws and cybersecurity protocols to safeguard user information. No part of this website may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written consent from Trust Lines Marine Services LLC, except for non-commercial use as permitted by law.
Appointments and Instructions
All appointments must be confirmed in writing (via email). The Client is responsible for providing timely, accurate, and complete information regarding the vessel, cargo, and crew.
Payment and Financials
- PDA (Proforma Disbursement Account): Must be settled in full prior to vessel arrival or service commencement.
- Final Settlement: The Final Disbursement Account (FDA) is due upon receipt.
- Currency: Payments must be made in the currency specified in the invoice.
Liability and Indemnity
- Trust Lines Marine Services LLC acts as an agent for the "Principal" (Ship Owner/Charterer).
- We are not liable for delays caused by port authorities, weather, or mechanical failures beyond our control.
- The Client shall indemnify us against all claims, losses, or expenses incurred while carrying out instructions, provided we have not acted with gross negligence.