General Conditions of Use

Last Updated: 03/02/2025

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These General Terms of Use (hereinafter referred to as "GTU") govern the use of the website of the Congolese Maritime Transport Company (SOCOTRAM SA), accessible at [insert website URL] (hereinafter referred to as "the Site"). By accessing the Site, you fully and unconditionally accept these GTU. If you do not agree to these terms, please discontinue all use of the Site immediately.

1. Purpose of the Site

The Site aims to provide information about the maritime transport services offered by SOCOTRAM SA, as well as tools to facilitate interactions with its clients, partners, and other stakeholders. The Site may also include interactive features, such as contact forms, client portals, and cargo tracking tools.

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2. Acceptance of the GTU

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By using the Site, you declare that:

• You have read and understood these GTU;

• You fully and unconditionally accept all the provisions of the GTU;

• You agree to comply with the laws and regulations in force in the Republic of Congo and in any other country relevant to your use of the Site.

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3. Intellectual Property

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3.1. Site Content

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All elements present on the Site, including but not limited to texts, images, logos, videos, graphics, icons, databases, software, and any other content, are the exclusive property of SOCOTRAM SA or its partners and are protected by intellectual property laws in force in the Republic of Congo and internationally.

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3.2. Usage Restrictions

Any reproduction, representation, modification, adaptation, translation, or exploitation, in whole or in part, of the Site's content, by any means whatsoever, without the prior written authorization of SOCOTRAM SA, is strictly prohibited and constitutes an infringement punishable by law.

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4. Use of the Site

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4.1. Authorized Use

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The Site is intended for personal, professional, or informational use. You are authorized to view, download, and print the information available on the Site, provided that you comply with these GTU.

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4.2. Prohibited Use

It is strictly prohibited to:

• Use the Site for illegal, fraudulent, or harmful purposes;

• Attempt to access secure areas of the Site without authorization;

• Disrupt or interfere with the operation of the Site or the servers hosting it;

• Use robots, spiders, or any other automated tools to access the Site or extract data without express authorization.

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5. Personal Data

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5.1. Collection and Processing

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SOCOTRAM SA collects and processes your personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy, available on the Site. By using the Site, you consent to the collection, storage, and processing of your personal data under the conditions described in this policy.

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5.2. Cookies

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The Site uses cookies to enhance the user experience. To learn more about the use of cookies, please consult our Cookie Policy.

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6. External Links

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The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for informational purposes only. SOCOTRAM SA has no control over these third-party sites and disclaims all responsibility for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. Access to these sites is at your own risk.

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7. Limitation of Liability

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7.1. Site Availability

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SOCOTRAM SA strives to ensure the availability and proper functioning of the Site. However, access to the Site may be temporarily suspended for maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond its control. SOCOTRAM SA cannot be held responsible for service interruptions or damages resulting from such interruptions.

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7.2. Accuracy of Information

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SOCOTRAM SA endeavors to provide accurate and up-to-date information on the Site. However, SOCOTRAM SA does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or relevance of the information available. The information is provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind.

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7.3. Indirect Damages

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Under no circumstances shall SOCOTRAM SA be liable for indirect damages, such as loss of profits, data, or opportunities, resulting from the use or inability to use the Site.

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8. Modifications to the GTU

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SOCOTRAM SA reserves the right to modify these GTU at any time. The modifications will take effect as soon as they are published on the Site. It is your responsibility to regularly review the GTU to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of the Site after the publication of modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised GTU.

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9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

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These GTU are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Congo. Any dispute relating to the use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Republic of Congo, unless mandatory provisions dictate otherwise.

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10. General Provisions

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10.1. Partial Invalidity

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If one or more provisions of these GTU are deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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10.2. Non-Waiver

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The failure of SOCOTRAM SA to enforce any provision of these GTU shall not constitute a waiver of such provision.

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11. Contact

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For any questions, complaints, or requests for information regarding these GTU, please contact us at the following address:
Email: [INSERT]
Phone: [INSERT]
Postal Address: [INSERT]