Terms and Conditions

This website is designed, developed and maintained by Cyfuture Pvt. Ltd. for the Shipping Corporation of India Ltd.

These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the Indian Laws. Any dispute arising under these terms and conditions shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of India.

The information posted on this website could include hypertext links or pointers to information created and maintained by non-Government/private organisations. The Shipping Corporation of India is providing these links and pointers solely for your information and convenience. When you select a link to an outside website, you are leaving 'The Shipping Corporation of India? site and are subject to the privacy and security policies of the owners/sponsors of the outside website.

Privacy Policy

We do not collect personal information for any purpose other than to respond to you (for example, to respond to your queries). If you choose to provide us with personal information like filling out a Feedback form with an e-mail address or postal address, and submitting it to us through the website, we use that information to respond to your message, and to help you get the information you have requested.

Our website never collects information or creates individual profiles for commercial marketing. While you must provide an e-mail address for a localised response to any incoming questions or comments to us, we recommend that you do not include any other personal information.

Hyperlinking Policy

We do not object to you linking directly to the information that is hosted on our site and no prior permission is required for the same. However, we would like you to inform us about any links provided to our site so that you can be informed of any changes or updations therein. Also, we do not permit our pages to be loaded into frames on your site. Our website's pages must load into a newly opened browser window of the user.

Copyright Policy

Contents of this website may not be reproduced partially or fully, without due permission from the Shipping Corporation of India. If referred to as a part of another website, the source must be appropriately acknowledged. The contents of this website can not be used in any misleading or objectionable context.

Purpose

This policy outlines the process for contributing, moderating, and approving content for ShipIndia.com. It aims to maintain the quality, relevance, and integrity of information shared on the website.

Eligibility

Registered Users: All registered users of ShipIndia.com are eligible to contribute content.

Content Contributors: Individuals or organizations with expertise in relevant fields may be invited to contribute specialized content.

Content Guidelines

Relevance: Content must be relevant to the shipping industry, maritime news, and the broader logistics sector.

Accuracy: All information must be accurate, verifiable, and based on reliable sources.

Originality: Content should be original or properly attributed to its source.

Ethical Standards: Content should avoid harmful, offensive, discriminatory, or illegal content. This includes but is not limited to:

Personal attacks or insults

Hate speech or discriminatory language

Promotion of illegal activities

Misinformation or false claims

Spam or commercial solicitations

Content Guidelines

Relevance: Content must be relevant to the shipping industry, maritime news, and the broader logistics sector.

Accuracy: All information must be accurate, verifiable, and based on reliable sources.

Originality: Content should be original or properly attributed to its source.

Ethical Standards: Content should avoid harmful, offensive, discriminatory, or illegal content. This includes but is not limited to:

Submission Process

Content submissions can be made through the designated form on ShipIndia.com.

Contributors must provide their contact information and a brief bio.

Submissions will be reviewed by the editorial team.

Moderation and Approval

The editorial team will review all content for adherence to the guidelines.

Approved content will be published on the website.

Rejected content will be returned to the contributor with an explanation.

The editorial team reserves the right to edit or modify content for clarity, accuracy, or compliance.

Appeals

Contributors who disagree with the editorial team's decision may appeal the decision to the website administrator.

Content Archival Policy

Purpose

This policy outlines the process for archiving website content, ensuring preservation of historical information and resources.

Archival Process

All published content will be archived in a secure, organized system.

Archived content will be accessible for historical reference and research purposes.

Outdated or irrelevant content will be removed from active pages but preserved in the archive.

The archival system will be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure efficiency and accessibility.

Content Review Policy

Purpose

This policy outlines the process for reviewing and updating website content to ensure accuracy, relevance, and currency.

Review Schedule

All published content will be reviewed at least once annually, or more frequently if necessary.

Specific content areas may be reviewed more frequently depending on industry updates or changes.

Review Process

Content will be assessed for outdated information, factual errors, or changes in context.

Updates or corrections will be made promptly.

Feedback from website users will be considered during the review process.

Website Monitoring Plan

Purpose

This policy outlines the plan for monitoring website performance, user engagement, and overall effectiveness.

Monitoring Tools

ShipIndia.com will utilize website analytics tools to track website traffic, user interactions, and content performance.

Tools like Google Analytics, SEO software, and social media analytics will be used to gather data.

Reporting and Analysis

Regular reports will be generated and reviewed to identify areas for improvement.

Data will be analyzed to optimize website functionality, user experience, and content strategy.

Contingency Management Plan

Purpose

This policy outlines the plan for managing website emergencies, disruptions, and unforeseen incidents.

Emergency Response

A designated response team will handle website downtime, security breaches, data loss, or other critical events.

Procedures

The plan will outline specific procedures for addressing each type of emergency.

Regular training and drills will ensure the response team's preparedness.

Contact information for critical personnel will be readily available.

Security Policy

Purpose

This policy outlines measures to protect website data, user information, and the overall security of ShipIndia.com.

Security Measures

Encryption: The website will employ secure encryption protocols for data transmission and storage.

Access Controls: User access will be restricted based on roles and permissions, limiting access to sensitive data.

Security Audits: Regular security audits will be conducted to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Firewalls and Anti-malware: The website will be equipped with firewalls and anti-malware software to prevent attacks.

Password Security: Users will be encouraged to use strong passwords and adhere to password security guidelines.

Data Backup and Recovery: Regularlive data backups will be implemented for disaster recovery purposes.

User Security

Users will be informed about security best practices, including password security, phishing scams, and safe browsing habits.

The website will inform users about any security incidents or data breaches promptly

Conclusion

These policies are designed to ensure the integrity, security, and usability of ShipIndia.com. By adhering to these guidelines, ShipIndia.com aims to provide a reliable, informative, and trustworthy resource for the shipping and logistics community.

Note: These policies are subject to change and improvement based on evolving needs, industry best practices, and legal requirements.