Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12/05/2025
At Absolute Maritime Services (AMS), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.
1. Who We Are
Absolute Maritime Services (AMS) is a ship management and maritime consultancy company based in Cape Town, South Africa. We offer services to shipowners, charterers, and maritime operators both locally and internationally.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Company name and job title
- Physical and/or postal address
- Vessel or project information (where applicable)
- Any additional personal data voluntarily provided via contact forms, emails, or in person
We may also collect non-identifiable browsing data through our website using cookies or analytics tools.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal information through:
- Our website contact forms
- Email correspondence
- Telephone calls or WhatsApp
- In-person meetings or consultations
- Business transactions or contracts
- Submissions related to our services (audits, reports, project inquiries, etc.)
4. Why We Collect Your Data
We collect and process your personal information to:
- Respond to inquiries or service requests
- Provide consultancy, inspection, or project-related services
- Maintain client records
- Comply with legal obligations and maritime regulations
- Improve our website and user experience
- Send service updates or company announcements (with your consent)
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your data with:
- Our internal consultants or subcontractors (when required to deliver services)
- Legal or regulatory bodies if required to comply with law
- Service providers who help us operate our website and systems, under strict confidentiality agreements
6. How We Store and Protect Your Data
Your data is stored securely on password-protected devices, email systems, and cloud platforms. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to prevent loss, theft, or unauthorised access.
7. Your Rights Under POPIA
Under South African law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct or update your information
- Object to the processing of your data
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Withdraw consent for any processing activities that relied on your consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
8. Cookies and Website Usage
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The latest version will always be available on our website with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or your personal information, please contact:
Absolute Maritime Services (AMS)
📍 Cape Town, South Africa
📧 [Insert Email Address]
📞 [Insert Phone Number]