Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Soliman Soliman (“the Advisor”, “I”, “me”, or “my”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, disclosed, and safeguarded when you:
Visit this website
Engage brokerage or maritime advisory services
Communicate electronically or otherwise
Enter into contractual or pre-contractual discussions
Personal data is processed in accordance with:
The UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), where applicable
The UK Data Protection Act 2018
Applicable international data protection principles
2. Professional Status
Soliman Soliman operates as an independent shipbroker and maritime commercial advisor providing:
Shipbroking services
Chartering advisory
Sale & Purchase (S&P) brokerage support
Laytime, freight, and demurrage advisory
Maritime commercial consultancy
For data protection purposes, I act as a Data Controller.
For privacy-related enquiries, please contact:
📧 [Insert Privacy Email Address]
📍 [Insert Registered Address or Correspondence Address]
3. Personal Data Collected
The following categories of personal data may be collected and processed:
A. Identity Data
Full name
Nationality
Professional title or position
Identification documentation (where required for compliance)
B. Contact Data
Email address
Telephone number
Business address
C. Professional & Commercial Data
Company name
Corporate affiliation
Vessel or trade-related information
Contractual documentation
D. Compliance Data
KYC / AML documentation
Sanctions screening data
Source of funds information (where required)
E. Technical Data
IP address
Browser type
Device identifiers
Website usage analytics
Special category (sensitive) data is not intentionally collected unless legally required.
4. Lawful Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed under one or more of the following lawful bases:
Contractual necessity – to perform or enter into contracts
Legal obligation – AML, sanctions, and regulatory compliance
Legitimate interests – business operations and risk management
Consent – where required (e.g., marketing communications)
5. Use of Personal Data
Personal data may be used to:
Facilitate chartering and brokerage transactions
Conduct due diligence and compliance screening
Communicate regarding commercial negotiations
Draft and manage contractual documentation
Improve website functionality and security
Meet legal and regulatory obligations
Personal data is not sold.
6. International Data Transfers
Given the international nature of maritime trade, personal data may be transferred outside the UK or EEA.
Where such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are implemented, including:
Adequacy decisions (where applicable)
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Equivalent legal safeguards
Secure data handling procedures
This may include transfers to jurisdictions in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and other global shipping regions.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to:
Fulfil contractual obligations
Comply with regulatory requirements
Resolve disputes
Enforce agreements
Retention periods may typically range between five to seven years, depending on regulatory and contractual requirements.
8. Data Security
Appropriate technical and organisational security measures are implemented, including:
Encrypted communication systems
Secure cloud infrastructure
Access control restrictions
Internal confidentiality protocols
While reasonable security standards are maintained, no digital system can guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on jurisdiction, individuals may have the right to:
Access personal data
Request correction
Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent
To exercise any rights, contact:
📧 soliman@shipbroker.work
UK residents may lodge complaints with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
EU residents may contact their relevant supervisory authority.
10. Cookies & Website Tracking
This website may use cookies and similar technologies for:
Website functionality
Analytics
Security monitoring
Where legally required, a cookie consent mechanism will be presented.
A separate Cookie Policy may apply.
11. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites.
I am not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.
12. Regulatory & Compliance Screening
Due to the nature of international shipping and trade, compliance screening may include:
Sanctions screening
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) verification
Counterparty due diligence
Such processing is conducted in accordance with applicable UK and international regulatory frameworks.
13. Children’s Data
Services are directed exclusively toward corporate entities and professional counterparties.
Personal data of individuals under 18 years of age is not knowingly collected.
14. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.
Any revisions will be published on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.