Terms & Conditions

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Last Updated: April 2026

Welcome to Independent Marine Ltd. (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the website independentmarine.net (the “Site”) and the marine consultancy, training, and directory services we provide.

By accessing our Site or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our Site or services.

1. Company Information

Independent Marine Ltd. is a registered company in Scotland.

  • Company Registration Number: SC725270
  • Registered Address: No.1 Michaelson Square, Livingston, EH54 7DP, Scotland, UK.
  • Contact Email: sales@independentmarine.net

2. Use of the Website & Directory

  • Access: You are granted a non-exclusive, revocable license to access our Site, including the Independent Marine Directory, accident alerts, and industry intelligence blogs.
  • Account Security: If you create an account to access the shop, directory listings, or client portal, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
  • Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to scrape our directory database, distribute our proprietary training materials without permission, or use our Site for any unlawful purpose.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, bespoke syllabus drafts, training frameworks, publications, graphics, logos, and accident alert analyses, is the exclusive property of Independent Marine Ltd. and is protected by UK and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit this content without our express written consent.

4. Consultancy and Marine Services (Limitation of Liability)

  • Advisory Nature: Our Marine Warranty Surveys (MWS), Client Representation, SMS auditing, and training consultancy are provided as expert advisory services.
  • Master’s Overriding Authority: Any operational advice or guidance provided by our personnel, whether shoreside or offshore, does not supersede the ultimate responsibility, legal liability, and overriding authority of the vessel’s Master or the designated Offshore Installation Manager (OIM).
  • Liability Cap: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Independent Marine Ltd. shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, or operational losses, including but not limited to project delays, vessel downtime, or loss of revenue arising from the use of our advice, training, or website information.

5. Purchases and E-Commerce

If you purchase nautical publications, directory listings, or book consultancy sessions through our Site:

  • Prices are subject to change without notice.
  • All transactions are processed securely. We do not store your raw credit card data.
  • Refund policies for digital downloads, directory listings, and bespoke consultancy retainers will be governed by the specific contract signed prior to the commencement of work.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party maritime institutions, coastguard portals, or external contractors. We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of these external sites.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Scotland. Any disputes relating to these terms, our website, or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Scottish courts.

8. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time to reflect changes in regulatory compliance, maritime law, or our operational scope. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.