Privacy and Cookie Policy

Last updated: October 29, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how S.C.A Shipping Consultants Associated LTD
(“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data, and how we use
cookies and similar technologies on our website www.scagroup.net (“Website”).

It outlines what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

Who We Are

S.C.A Shipping Consultants Associated LTD
25 Military Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4JG
United Kingdom

Email: info@scagroup.net
Website: www.scagroup.net

What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of data:

  • Name and contact details
  • Company information
  • Website usage data
  • Correspondence history

Cookies may also collect information about your interactions with our Website, such as your IP address (anonymized where possible), browser type, and pages visited.

How We Use Your Data

We process your data to:

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Provide and manage our services
  • Improve our Website and services
  • Send marketing communications (only if consented)

Legal Bases for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases for processing personal data:

  • Legitimate interest – for activities such as website functionality, service
    improvement, and necessary communications.
  • Performance of contract – where processing is required to deliver our services.
  • Legal obligation – where required by law.
  • Consent – for marketing communications and non-essential cookies.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.

They help websites operate efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide analytical information to site owners.

Cookies can be either:

  • Session cookies – Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies – Stored on your device until they expire or are deleted

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies – Essential for our website to function properly.
    These enable core features such as page navigation, security, and cookie consent management.
  • Performance & Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how visitors interact
    with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Functional Cookies – Allow the website to remember user preferences.
  • Marketing & Targeting Cookies – Used to deliver personalized advertisements
    or measure performance.

Details on Third-Party Cookies We Use

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a service provided by Google Ireland Limited, to collect anonymous information about website usage.

IP addresses are anonymized. Data may be stored outside the UK or EEA with appropriate safeguards.

Google Fonts

Our website uses Google Fonts, a service provided by Google Ireland Limited. Where possible, we host fonts locally. If fonts are loaded directly from Google, data is processed based on user consent.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control or delete cookies via our Cookie Banner or through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling cookies may impact certain features or functionality of our Website.

Legal Basis for Processing Cookies

Strictly necessary cookies – Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)
All other cookies – Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with service providers, regulators, or professional advisers when necessary.

All third parties are required to process your data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

International Transfers

Data may be transferred outside the UK or EEA with adequate safeguards in place, such asStandard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Enquiry data – 12 months
  • Accounting and contractual data – 6 years (or as required by law)

After these periods, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccuracies
  • Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@scagroup.net.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office
(ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.

Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organisational measures to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or misuse of personal data.

Links to Other Sites

Our Website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party sites.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 16. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Contact Us

Data Protection Officer
S.C.A Shipping Consultants Associated LTD
25 Military Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4JG

Email: info@scagroup.net
Website: www.scagroup.net