1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using ShipyardIQ ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services operated by ShipyardIQ ("we," "us," or "our").

2. Description of Service

ShipyardIQ is an AI-powered platform that provides comprehensive shipyard information and discovery services. Our service includes:

• Access to a database of shipyard information
• Search and filtering capabilities
• Interactive map visualization
• AI-powered shipyard discovery
• Contact information and facility details

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time.

3. User Accounts and Registration

While registration is not required to use our basic services, you may be required to create an account for certain features. When creating an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your account information
• Keep your account credentials secure
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Use automated systems to access the Service excessively
• Attempt to reverse engineer or decompile the Service
• Use the Service to transmit harmful or malicious code
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

5. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by ShipyardIQ and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Copy, modify, or distribute our content without permission
• Use our trademarks or service marks without authorization
• Remove or alter any copyright notices
• Create derivative works based on our Service

Shipyard data provided through our Service is sourced from publicly available information and is provided for informational purposes only.

6. Data and Information

Our Service aggregates and presents shipyard information from various sources. While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees regarding:

• The completeness or accuracy of shipyard information
• The availability or reliability of contact information
• The current status of shipyard operations
• The quality or availability of services listed

Users should verify all information independently before making business decisions.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Service, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of information
• Warranties that defects will be corrected

IN NO EVENT SHALL SHIPYARDIQ BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ShipyardIQ and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. If you wish to terminate your account, you may simply discontinue using the Service.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved in the courts of New York.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: