TERMS OF USE

Effective Date: May 2025

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use this website.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the website.

2. USE OF WEBSITE

Permitted Use

You may use this website for lawful purposes only, including:

  • Viewing information about our marine manufacturing services

  • Submitting enquiries about projects

  • Accessing publicly available resources and information

  • Contacting us through provided forms

Prohibited Use

You must not:

  • Use this website in any way that breaches any applicable law or regulation

  • Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful data

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any systems or data

  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without written permission

  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation

  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the website

  • Use the website for any fraudulent or unlawful purpose

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Ownership

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

  • Text, graphics, logos, images, and photographs

  • Design elements and layout

  • Software and code

  • Trademarks and branding

  • Technical drawings and specifications (where displayed)

is the property of Sheerline Holdings Pty Ltd or its licensors and is protected by Australian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Permitted Use of Content

You may:

  • View and temporarily store pages for personal, non-commercial use

  • Print individual pages for personal reference

You must not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works

  • Use content for commercial purposes without written permission

  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices

  • Frame or embed content on other websites without permission

Trademark Notice

"Sheerline," "Sheerline Group," "Sheerline Solutions," and associated logos are trademarks of Sheerline Holdings Pty Ltd. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

4. PRIVACY AND DATA COLLECTION

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with:

  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

  • Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)

  • Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme

Information We Collect

When you use this website, we may collect:

  • Contact information submitted through forms (name, email, phone)

  • Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)

  • Usage data (pages visited, time on site, referral sources)

  • Cookies and tracking technologies

How We Use Information

We use information to:

  • Respond to enquiries and provide requested information

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Analyse website usage and performance

  • Communicate about our services (with consent)

  • Comply with legal obligations

For full details, please refer to our https://www.sheerline-group.com/privacy-policy

5. WEBSITE AVAILABILITY AND MODIFICATIONS

No Guaranteed Availability

We do not guarantee that:

  • The website will always be available or uninterrupted

  • The website will be error-free or secure from cyber threats

  • Defects will be corrected promptly

  • The website or servers are free from viruses or harmful code

Right to Modify or Suspend

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue the website at any time

  • Update content without notice

  • Restrict access to certain areas or features

  • Change these Terms of Use at any time

6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

This website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

  • Supplier and partner websites

  • Industry associations

  • Social media platforms

  • Cloud service providers

We are not responsible for:

  • Content on third-party websites

  • Privacy practices of external sites

  • Accuracy or reliability of external content

  • Any loss or damage from using third-party sites

We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

7. INFORMATION AND DISCLAIMERS

General Information Only

The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as:

  • Professional marine engineering advice

  • Binding quotes or estimates

  • Warranties about materials or services

  • Legal or financial advice

  • Technical specifications for specific projects

Project-Specific Advice Required

All marine manufacturing, refit, and repair projects require:

  • Detailed assessment of specific vessel requirements

  • Professional consultation

  • Formal written quotations

  • Inspection and evaluation

Information on this website is not a substitute for project-specific professional advice.

No Warranty on Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and current information, we make no warranties or representations regarding:

  • Completeness of information

  • Accuracy of specifications or technical data

  • Suitability for particular purposes

  • Currency of content

Images and Examples

Photographs and project examples shown on this website:

  • May not represent current specifications

  • Are for illustrative purposes only

  • May depict custom or modified work not standard to all projects

  • Do not constitute warranties or guarantees

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Australian Consumer Law Protection

Nothing in these terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer guarantees, warranties, or rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) or other applicable consumer protection laws that cannot be lawfully excluded.

To the Extent Permitted by Law

Subject to the above, Sheerline Holdings Pty Ltd and its subsidiaries, directors, employees, and agents are not liable for any:

  • Loss or damage arising from your use of this website

  • Reliance on information provided on this website

  • Technical issues, errors, or omissions

  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data

  • Interruptions to website availability

  • Loss of business, revenue, profits, or opportunities

  • Indirect, consequential, or punitive damages

Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Ensuring your equipment and internet connection are secure

  • Backing up any data you submit to us

  • Verifying the accuracy of information before relying on it

  • Obtaining professional advice for project decisions

9. ENQUIRIES AND QUOTATIONS

Enquiry Process

Enquiries submitted through this website:

  • Do not constitute binding agreements

  • Will be responded to in accordance with our Privacy Policy

  • May require additional information before we can provide a quote

  • Are subject to our capacity and project suitability assessment

Quotations

Any quotations provided:

  • Are valid for the period specified in the quote

  • Are subject to site inspection and final assessment

  • May be revised based on actual project requirements

  • Require formal written acceptance to become binding

  • Are subject to our standard terms and conditions of service

10. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia.

Where applicable, these terms are also subject to:

  • Australian Consumer Law (Commonwealth)

  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

  • Copyright Act 1968 (Cth)

  • Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)

Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of this website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland, Australia.

11. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time.

Notification of Changes

Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this website. Significant changes may be communicated by:

  • Notice on the website homepage

  • Email notification to registered users

  • Update to the "Last Updated" date

Your Continued Use

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

We recommend reviewing these terms periodically.

12. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of law, that provision will be severed, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

13. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on this website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Sheerline Holdings Pty Ltd concerning your use of this website.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:

Sheerline Group
Office 31, 76-84 Waterway Drive, Coomera, Queensland 4209
Email: info@sheerline-group.com
Phone: +61 1300 757 700
Website: www.sheerline-group.com

Business Hours:
Monday to Friday: 07:00 AM - 17:00 PM AEST
Excluding public holidays