Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Sedco Noble Dubai LLC ("we," "us," "our," or the "Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Service.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Service Scope & Regional Handling

Sedco Noble Dubai LLC provides commodity trading, trade finance, and related services to clients worldwide. Regardless of your location or jurisdiction, the following applies:

• Central Routing: All service requests, inquiries, communications, and official correspondence from users worldwide must be submitted through our designated email desk at info@sedconobledubaillc.com. This ensures proper handling, documentation, and response tracking.
• Regional Considerations: While processing is managed centrally, we recognize regional requirements, regulations, and time zones. Our team will handle regional considerations where applicable and in compliance with local laws.
• Service Availability: We strive to provide reliable service but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.

3. Language & Translation Disclaimer

Sedco Noble Dubai LLC operates primarily in English. To serve our global clientele effectively:

• Official Language: The official language of these Terms and all legal agreements is English. Any translated versions are provided for convenience only and are not legally binding.
• Translation Methods: Communications may be translated using automated translation tools or professional human translators at our discretion to facilitate understanding.
• Translation Limitations: We acknowledge that translations may not capture all nuances, technical terms, or legal concepts accurately. In case of any discrepancy between translated and English versions, the English version shall prevail.
• User Responsibility: Users are encouraged to seek professional translation services if they require precise understanding of these Terms or any communications in their native language.

4. Eligibility & Account Registration

To use certain features of our Service, you may be required to create an account. By registering, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• All information you provide is accurate, current, and complete
• You will maintain and promptly update your account information
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• You will notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or remove content at our sole discretion, especially for users who violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent activities.

5. User Responsibilities & Acceptable Use

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

• Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Violate any international, national, state, or local laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others
• Transmit any content that is harmful, abusive, defamatory, obscene, or discriminatory
• Harass, threaten, or harm other users or third parties
• Spam, send unsolicited communications, or engage in phishing
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, accounts, or networks
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or collect data without explicit permission
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service, servers, or networks
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or other harmful materials
• Collect or harvest personal information about other users without consent

Information Accuracy: You are solely responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and legality of all information you provide. False, misleading, or incomplete information may result in service denial or termination.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service, including all content, features, functionality, logos, trademarks, and software, is owned by Sedco Noble Dubai LLC or its licensors and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for personal or business purposes in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

• Copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Service
• Reverse engineer or attempt to extract source code
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use our intellectual property for commercial purposes without written permission

Content you submit (comments, posts, etc.) remains yours, but you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, display, and distribute your content on our Service.

7. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not:

• Endorse or assume responsibility for third-party content, policies, or practices
• Control or monitor third-party websites
• Guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or safety of third-party content

Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and the third party. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from such interactions.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

• Service Availability: We provide the Service "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or secure operation.
• Information Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that all information on our Service is complete, current, or error-free. Information is provided for general informational purposes only.
• No Professional Advice: Content on our Service does not constitute professional financial, legal, or investment advice. You should consult qualified professionals before making decisions.
• Limitation of Damages: In no event shall Sedco Noble Dubai LLC, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, goodwill, or business interruption, arising from your use or inability to use the Service.
• Maximum Liability: Our total liability for any claims arising from these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim, or $100 USD, whichever is greater.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sedco Noble Dubai LLC, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Any content you submit or transmit through the Service

10. Termination & Suspension

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to:

• Suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms
• Remove or delete any content you have submitted
• Block your access to the Service from specific IP addresses or devices
• Take legal action if we believe you have violated applicable laws

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at info@sedconobledubaillc.com. Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Service immediately ceases
• We may delete or anonymize your account data in accordance with our Privacy Policy
• Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect

11. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction: For any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

International Users: If you are accessing the Service from outside the UAE, you acknowledge that:

• You are responsible for compliance with local laws in your jurisdiction
• Cross-border legal complexities may affect dispute resolution
• Enforcement of judgments may be subject to international treaties and local laws
• You consent to resolve disputes through arbitration or the designated courts as specified above

Alternative Dispute Resolution: Before filing a lawsuit, we encourage parties to attempt to resolve disputes through good-faith negotiation or mediation. If informal resolution fails, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) or similar recognized arbitration body.

12. Service Modifications & Updates

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, update, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time
• Change features, functionality, or content without prior notice
• Implement updates, patches, or maintenance that may temporarily affect service availability

We are not obligated to provide prior notice for routine updates or maintenance, but we will make reasonable efforts to notify users of significant changes.

13. Data Protection & Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

14. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, strikes, labor disputes, internet failures, cyberattacks, government actions, or pandemics.

15. Severability & Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on our Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Sedco Noble Dubai LLC regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: info@sedconobledubaillc.com
• Website: https://sedconobledubaillc.com