Cookie Notice

1.   Data Controller Information
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1. Purpose

STS Marine Solutions Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “the Company”) provides this Cookies Notice (“Notice”) to inform users (the “Users”) of the STS Marine Solutions Website (the “Website”) about our use of cookies and similar tracking technologies when accessing or using the Website. Such processing is conducted in compliance with all applicable data protection and electronic communications legislation. This Notice is intended to be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded onto your device (such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions, enhancing your browsing experience and enabling certain website functionality.

3. Legal Bases for Cookies Notice

In accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (“PECR”), as amended by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, consent is required prior to storing or accessing information on a user’s device via cookies, except where such cookies are strictly necessary for the delivery of a service explicitly requested by the User or fall within other specified exemptions.

Where the use of cookies involves the processing of personal data within the meaning of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (“UK GDPR”), the lawful basis for such processing is User consent, which must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous.

4. Categories of Cookies Notice

Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and enable you to navigate and use its features. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging into your account, accessing secure areas, or remembering items in your service request basket. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.

Preferences Cookies: These cookies remember choices you make (such as language preferences, display settings, or customised dashboard layouts) to provide enhanced, personalised features and improve your experience on the Website.

Statistics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use the Website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages. This information helps us improve the Website's performance and User experience.

Marketing Cookies: These cookies may be used to deliver advertising relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

5. Consent Management

Upon accessing our Website, you are presented with a consent mechanism enabling you to (i) accept all cookies, (ii) reject all non-essential cookies, or (iii) manage your preferences granularly by category. Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies, including categories such as Necessary, Preferences, Statistics, and Marketing, to ensure proper site functionality, enhance your experience, and, where applicable, support analytics and marketing purposes.

Non-essential cookies (Preferences, Statistics, and Marketing) are deployed solely on the basis of your prior, explicit consent via the cookie banner, while Necessary cookies remain operational by default. You may withdraw or amend your consent at any time through the same interface, without prejudice to the lawfulness of processing based on consent prior to its withdrawal.

A detailed cookies scan report, describing the specific cookies in use, their classification, and their retention period, is maintained by the Company and can be provided to you upon request.

6. International Data Transfer

Some cookies may result in your personal data being transferred outside the UK to countries that may not provide the same level of data protection.

Where we transfer personal data to countries without UK adequacy decisions, we implement appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK government or the UK International Data Transfer Agreement to ensure your data remains protected.

7. Managing Cookies through Your Browser

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

Browser-specific instructions:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data

• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

For more detailed instructions, please refer to your browser's help documentation.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Cookies Notice or wish to exercise your rights under applicable data protection law, you may contact us using the following details:

STS Marine Solutions Ltd
Email: notifications@stsms.com