Legal Declaration

1. Corporate identity and brand use

1.1. CARGOWARD SERVIÇOS MARÍTIMOS LTDA is a Brazilian legal entity (CNPJ 74.672.049/0001-27), incorporated on 27/04/1994, operating commercially under the brand and trading name CARGOWARD® Maritime Limited (“CARGOWARD”).

1.2. The CARGOWARD® name, branding, and related marks are protected intellectual property. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or misrepresentation is prohibited.

1.3. Any references to “CARGOWARD”, “we”, “our”, or “Company” in web pages, proposals, reports, certificates, or operational communications refer to the above entity unless expressly stated otherwise.

2. Informational purpose; no advice; no reliance

2.1. Content on this website and in general corporate materials is provided for information only. It does not constitute legal advice, engineering advice, class/statutory certification, environmental compliance advice, or a binding service commitment.

2.2. Any operational statements, scope examples, methodologies, timelines, or performance indicators are illustrative and may vary depending on the Vessel, cargo history, port rules, access constraints, weather/sea state, authority decisions, and safety conditions.

2.3. Decisions affecting vessel operations, safety management, compliance, cargo acceptance, or commercial risk should be made by competent persons based on the Vessel’s procedures and operation-specific documentation. Users should not rely solely on website information.

3. Service nomination and contractual framework

3.1. All services are provided subject to CARGOWARD’s Terms and Conditions, quotations, and operation-specific confirmations. Where there is any inconsistency, the signed/accepted quotation and CARGOWARD Terms prevail.

3.2. Requests may be accepted electronically. Mobilization, dispatch, boarding attempts, and resource allocation constitute performance and may generate charges in accordance with applicable terms.

4. Operational limitations and third-party control

4.1. Maritime and port operations are subject to Third-Party Authority control, including terminals, port authorities, Customs, immigration, police, health authorities, environmental authorities, and the Vessel’s Master and crew.

4.2. CARGOWARD does not control or guarantee approvals, access, port windows, berth availability, authority release timing, terminal decisions, or restrictions imposed by third parties.

4.3. Operational limitations may arise from:

• access denial/restriction;

• weather/sea state and visibility;

• schedule changes and shifting;

• safety stoppages and permit conditions;

• equipment restrictions and terminal constraints;

• cargo residue characteristics and structural access.

5. Cargo hold cleaning statements and acceptance

5.1. Cargo hold cleaning and preparation depend on vessel structure and prior cargo history (e.g., tank top, bilges, frames, upper areas, hatch coamings/covers). Cleanliness descriptors used in operational communications are tied to scope performed and the condition observed at the time.

5.2. Unless expressly agreed in writing as a specific guarantee, CARGOWARD does not warrant acceptance by charterers, terminals, receivers, surveyors, P&I representatives, or cargo interests, as criteria and judgement may vary by party and may change without notice.

5.3. Verification practices (e.g., white rag/glove checks) are operational methods and do not replace third-party acceptance processes.

6. Tank cleaning, gas-free and confined space context

6.1. Tank cleaning, ventilation, confined space entry readiness, and gas-free related workflows involve inherent risks and are subject to vessel/terminal permit-to-work systems, isolation, and continuous atmospheric controls.

6.2. Unless expressly stated otherwise, CARGOWARD does not assume the Vessel’s statutory obligations regarding confined space management, emergency preparedness, or continuous gas monitoring.

6.3. Any certificates, measurements, or statements related to atmosphere/gas conditions (if issued) are limited to the time, location, and conditions recorded, and are not a continuing warranty.

7. Underwater operations; evidence-based reporting; no class/statutory survey

7.1. Underwater inspections/cleaning are constrained by visibility, sea state, currents, hull condition, access, and port rules/authorizations. Coverage may be partial where conditions prevent safe or observable access.

7.2. Underwater photos/videos and related reports are evidence-based and limited to what was observable and recorded during the operation. They do not constitute a class survey, statutory inspection, or certification of seaworthiness unless issued by the competent authorized body.

8. Environmental compliance and waste documentation

8.1. CARGOWARD supports operations with environmental discipline and documentation. However, waste handling and disposal routes are subject to port availability, licensed reception facilities, and authority requirements.

8.2. Where third-party disposal is arranged, documentation is limited to the evidence made available by the authorized parties involved (e.g., receipts, manifests, acceptance records) and may vary by jurisdiction and facility.

9. Third-party services, subcontractors, and external providers

9.1. Certain services may involve third-party providers, facilities, or specialized attendance. CARGOWARD coordinates such services under defined scopes and operational constraints.

9.2. Third-party platforms, websites, or tools referenced on this website are not controlled by CARGOWARD. Links are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement.

10. Intellectual property, permitted use, and restrictions

10.1. All website materials, operational templates, reporting formats, graphics, photos, and texts are protected by intellectual property laws and are the property of CARGOWARD or its licensors.

10.2. Unauthorized reproduction, republishing, commercial reuse, scraping, or distribution of content is prohibited. Limited internal use for evaluating services is permitted.

11. No warranties; limitation statement

11.1. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available”, without warranties of accuracy, completeness, or uninterrupted availability.

11.2. CARGOWARD disclaims liability for indirect or consequential losses arising from reliance on website content, including loss of hire, demurrage, detention, delay, profit loss, or charterparty exposure.

12. Compliance, ethics, and lawful conduct

12.1. CARGOWARD operates under compliance-first principles. We do not support unlawful conduct, improper payments, or misrepresentation of scope/capability.

12.2. Where compliance concerns arise (including sanctions-related restrictions or authority requirements), CARGOWARD may refuse or suspend engagement consistent with lawful obligations.

13. Data protection and privacy

13.1. Personal data processing is governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes categories of data processed for maritime operations and corporate purposes, including port access workflows, service documentation, and communications.

14. Governing law and jurisdiction

14.1. This Legal Declaration is governed by the laws of the Federative Republic of Brazil.

14.2. Any disputes related to this Legal Declaration shall be submitted to the courts of Santos/SP, Brazil, except where mandatory law provides otherwise.

15. Updates

15.1. CARGOWARD may update this Legal Declaration periodically. The “Last Updated” date indicates the current version.