Terms & Privacy Policy

Terms of Business

1. Definitions

In these terms and conditions, the following definitions apply:

“Broker”: Browns Int SL. Avenida Alexandre Rossello, numero 40, 7o, de Palma de Mallorca (07002), Illes Balears (Brown´s International Yacht Brokerage) or official sub-contractor acting under Browns Int SL, which has been requested by the Principal to provide Services or to which the Principal has responded in relation to the provision of Services.

“Fixture(s)”: a contract or contracts including but not limited in any way whatsoever to the sale, purchase, construction, demolition, towage, charter (whether on a voyage or time charter basis) and/or other contract(s) of affreightment of a Ship together with Negotiations to enter such Fixtures.

“Negotiations”: communications, whether verbal or in writing, in relation to concluding a Fixture.

“Post Fixture Services”: assistance with communications and/or operational matters arising after a Fixture has been concluded and/or assistance with claims arising from the performance of a Fixture.

“Principal”: a party to a Fixture including without limitation in any way whatsoever the owner, seller, buyer, builder or charterer of a ship and any party guaranteeing the obligations of such a party. Principal may include You.

“Remuneration”: the remuneration payable to the Broker for the provision of the Services, whether by way of commission or as otherwise agreed.

“Representative”: a person or company, including but not limited to a ship manager, chartering department, shipbroker or other agent, who is not a Principal but is involved in negotiations on behalf of a Principal.

“Sanction(s)”: any and all sanctions imposed by the United Nations, the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States of America or any other national government or competent authority thereof.

“Services”: the Services referred to in clause 2 of these terms and conditions and any other services as may be agreed.

“Ship”: any type of ship, other vessel, platform, and/or equipment used or intended to be used for any purpose on, in or over water including but not limited in any way whatsoever to ocean going vessels, coasters, ferries, yachts, flotels, rigs, jack ups, submersibles, and barges.

“You”: the party requesting the Broker’s services or responding to and/or instructing the Broker in relation to the provision of the Services, which may be the Principal and or the Representative. Where such party is acting as a Representative references to “You” will additionally include the Principal.

“Buyer”: a person or entity with a legitimate interest in purchasing a yacht. Buyer may include You or Principal.

“Seller”: a person or entity who has full legal power to enter into a Fixture and either own or have permission to Represent the Owner and has requested the Broker to act as an intermediary to help sell their yacht. Seller may include You or Principal or Representative or Yacht Owner.

“Yacht Owner”: a person or entity who legally owns the yacht and holds legal responsibility over it. Yacht Owner may include You or Principal or Seller.

“Charterer”: a person or entity with a legitimate interest in chartering a yacht. Charterer may include You or Principal

The above definitions apply whether the defined words appear in the singular or plural form.

2. Service and General rules

By using our services you accept these terms and conditions, warrant that you meet all the requirements listed in this document and that you will not use the Service in a way that violates any laws or regulations. If you do not agree to the terms of this document or Privacy Policy, do not use our Service.

Your use of our Service has to comply with these Terms, all applicable laws and regulations;
You must not use this website or business in any way that causes or may cause damage to Browns-International.com, Browns Int SL or any other party, or in any way which is illegal, fraudulent, harmful or unlawful, or in connection with any illegal, fraudulent, harmful or unlawful purpose or activity
You represent and warrant that you have full legal power to enter into the Fixture brought about by the Services or use our services and either own or have permission to represent the Owner and to use all of the material, content, data, and information, including personal information and the yacht information, you submit to the Broker in the course of using the Service.
The Broker will act as a shipbroker in relation to Fixture(s) and that role includes the introduction of Principals to each other or to the Fixture, assisting the Principals and/or their Representatives by acting as a channel for Negotiations, preparation of the Fixture contract and other documentation relating to the Fixture and such Post Fixture Services and/or other Services as may be agreed with You.
Unless specifically agreed in writing the Broker will act only as an intermediary in relation to Fixture(s) and will not itself enter any Fixtures arising from the Services as a Principal.
The Broker is not responsible for the performance or non-performance of Fixture(s) or Principals.
Unless otherwise agreed, the Services are provided on a Fixture by Fixture basis.
The Broker may also agree to perform for the Principal other tasks such as providing Ship valuations and/or specific market research and/or Post Fixture Services. Such tasks may be subject to specific provisions in addition to these Terms and Conditions including without limitation in any way whatsoever the wording to be used in a valuation certificate and limitations regarding the Broker’s role and liability for Post Fixture Services. In the event of, and only to the extent of, a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the specific provisions applicable to other tasks, the latter will prevail. Otherwise these Terms and Conditions, including those as to limitation of liability, will apply.
The Broker collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our services, you agree to the processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy listed below, after Terms of Business.
All payments, commissions, and fees due to the Broker shall be payable in full within the agreed timeframe. Failure to make timely payments may result in additional charges or cancellation of services. Any deposits paid for brokerage or charter services are non-refundable unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The Broker shall not be liable for any delays or losses caused by third parties, including but not limited to flag registries, banking institutions, customs authorities, or government agencies, even if such delays affect the completion of a transaction.
If you violate any of these conditions, we may suspend or terminate your service with us.

3. Communications

You acknowledge and agree that the Broker may occasionally send you communications and marketing regarding your account, fixture or enquiry to Browns Int SL Services from a direct or third party source via email, phone, WhatsApp or sms.

4. The Broker Responsibilities & Liability

The Broker acts as an intermediary and is not responsible for the condition or quality of listed yachts or chartered yachts or the performance, timeliness, or conduct of third parties, including yacht owners, charter managers, brokers, and service providers.
Information provided is to the best of our knowledge but not guaranteed.
The Broker will perform the Services with the reasonable skill and care expected of a professional shipbroker.
It is understood that the Broker may be dealing with Representatives or other intermediaries rather than directly with a Principal. In such cases, the Broker is dealing with such Representatives or other intermediaries in good faith as to the authority they possess, but the Broker does not give any warranty as to that authority.
If the Broker is acting directly for a Principal, then the Broker warrants that the Broker has the authority of that Principal.
If at any time the Broker provides information in respect of a Principal, including but not limited in any way whatsoever to information regarding corporate structures or financial standing, it is understood and agreed that in relation to the Broker such information is provided in good faith but without guarantee. The Principal must satisfy itself of any counterparty risk and decide whether to enter a Fixture with the proposed counterparty and on what terms.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Services are not provided on an exclusive basis and it is understood that the Broker may act as a shipbroker for other parties in relation to the same or other Fixtures. In the event the Broker is dealing directly with more than one Principal in relation to the same Fixture the Broker’s duties will be to pass on offers, counteroffers and other such communications accurately and in a timely manner as authorised by each Principal in turn. You recognise that the Broker may be the sole broker in a transaction and agree that the Broker is under no obligation to specifically disclose that fact.
The Broker may act for multiple Principals in a single transaction and will do so in an impartial and professional manner. If a conflict of interest arises, the Broker will disclose this where legally required and act in the best interests of both parties without bias.
The Broker will take reasonable steps to implement and maintain relevant anti-virus and computer system protection but will not be liable should such software fail for reasons beyond the Broker’s reasonable control.
Interested purchasing parties are encouraged to instruct a surveyor of their choosing to investigate all available details to ensure accurate info is provided and the yacht is in the condition that the buyer is happy with prior to purchase.
The Broker will not be liable for:
- Loss of profits (whether direct or indirect loss), business interruption, loss of reputation, indirect or consequential losses.
- Damage caused by any event or cause that the Broker was unable to avoid and/or the consequences of which could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable diligence.
- Damage which was not solely caused by the act or omission of the Broker or which would have occurred in any event.
- Any legal or other costs incurred in connection with any ancillary action You take against any third party as a result of the Broker’s breach and/or alleged breach of these Terms and Conditions.
The exclusions and/or limitations set out in this clause shall apply whether the claim against the Broker is brought in contract, tort (including for negligence) for breach of statutory duty or for any other cause whatsoever.
Any claim against the Broker must be made in writing and notified to the Broker within three (3) months of the date on which You became aware or ought to have become aware of the circumstances giving rise to the claim and any claim not so notified shall be deemed waived and time barred. The Broker shall in any event be discharged of all liability arising out of the Services unless suit is brought and written notice of it given to the Broker within one (1) year of the end of performance of the Fixture or in the absence of a concluded Fixture one (1) year from the end of the Negotiations.

5. Ship Listing

As well as the terms outlined in the yacht-specific listing agreement, as standard sellers must:

The Seller will disclose to the Broker all information relating to the vessel in terms of ongoing or performed additional works, damages (current and past), repairs or replacements (or similar), as well as any outstanding debts, liens or mortgages, encumbrances the vessel may have before the broker starts to market the vessel. The Seller acknowledges that failure to disclose such information may result in legal claims by the Buyer, for which the Broker holds no liability.
The Seller will supply proof of ownership, VAT payments, registration documents, proof of ID and any other documents needed to sell the yacht to the new owner. Copies and Originals may be needed of these documents. The Seller should provide the copies to the Broker and make the Broker aware if any documents are missing at the start of the listing process so the correct procedures can be followed to try and solve the issue, such as contacting the factory for replacement documents in a timely maner.
The Broker reserves the right to remove listings at any time.
Unless agreed in writing otherwise, the Broker shall have the exclusive right to distribute all information pertaining to the vessel, both through printed, digital and third-party marketing channels. Additionally, the Broker shall have the unrestricted right to create marketing material and sublicense the vessel listing to sub-agents of the Broker's choosing, at the Broker's sole discretion, without the need for further communication or approval.
The Seller agrees to maintain the vessel insured, in a reasonable condition suitable for viewings and to make the vessel accessible with reasonable assistance for marketing (inc photoshoots), inspections, surveys, and sea trials as needed. If the vessel becomes unavailable for any reason, the Seller shall immediately notify the Broker in writing.
The Seller / Yacht Owner acknowledges and agrees that the Broker is not liable or responsible for any actions, damages, negligence, or costs incurred by third parties engaged for the sale process, including but not limited to surveyors, yard facilities, contractors, cleaning services, or crew. This applies even if such third parties are recommended by the Broker. The Seller/Yacht Owner is solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence and making an independent decision on engaging any third-party service providers. The Broker does not cover or reimburse any costs arising from these activities, nor does it accept liability for any incidents, damages, delays, or failures of third-party service providers engaged for the sale.
All commissions due to the Broker for services are non-refundable and payable in full upon deal closing. Once a sale or transaction has been completed, commissions remain payable in full, regardless of any subsequent disputes, cancellations, or other circumstances affecting the transaction.

6. Ship Purchasing

Buyers are solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence, including arranging a sea trial and hiring a professional surveyor of their choosing, to verify the yacht’s condition and to investigate all available details to ensure accurate info is provided before purchase. The Broker does not warrant the condition of any yacht.
While the Broker may assist in arranging a survey or sea trial, the selection of the surveyor and any associated service providers remains solely at the Buyer’s discretion and risk. The Broker assumes no liability for the actions, recommendations, or performance of the surveyor, shipyard, captain, crew, or any other third party involved in the survey or sea trial process, including but not limited to vessel movements, lifting, cleaning, or inspections.
When purchasing a yacht, you may be asked for proof of ID and other documents, KYC, needed to complete the transaction.
Buyers will have to follow the standard yacht purchasing procedure, which is applicable for that yacht, depending on the type of personal situation, yacht, flagging and location.
The Broker acts as an intermediary between the Buyer and Seller and assumes no liability for the condition, performance, or legal status of the yacht sold or actions taken by either party.
The Broker may act as a broker representative of the purchasing party or Buyer in transactions involving third-party yacht sellers/brokers. In such cases of a successful sale, the Broker may receive a commission from the third party for introducing the purchaser to the yacht. Any commission received by the Broker from third parties does not increase the purchase price or impact the terms of the transaction. The decision to proceed with the purchase remains solely the responsibility of the buyer. Buyers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own due diligence, including but not limited to a sea trial and a professional survey, to ensure they are fully satisfied with the yacht prior to completing the transaction. The Broker is not responsible for the condition of the yacht or actions, representations, or obligations of third parties involved in the transaction, including but not limited to yacht sellers, third-party brokers, shipyards, surveyors, or service providers. The Broker shall not be held liable for any delays, non-performance, misrepresentations, or breaches of agreement by third parties, nor for any financial or operational consequences arising therefrom.

7. General Charter Terms

As well as the terms agreed to in the specific charter agreement, charters must follow:

The Yacht Owner or Centeral Agent for the yacht must provide the Broker the marketing information and availability of the yacht charter and take responsibility for the information provided and confirmed. This can either be direct or through a third party, such as the MLS site that the charter yacht is listed on, and gives access for Browns Int to advertise, from the Yachts Agent or the Yacht Owner.
If the Charter yacht appoints the Broker their Central Agent they must allow the Broker to create marketing content and provide information regarding the yacht and charter.
Charter Agreement: All charters are subject to a formal charter agreement that outlines the rights and obligations of both the Charterer and the Yacht Owner.
Payment Terms: A deposit is required upon booking, with the balance due prior to the commencement of the charter. Failure to make payments on time may result in cancellation.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations by the charterer may result in loss of deposit or full payment depending on the timing of the cancellation and rules outlined in the specific charter agreement. Refunds, if any, are at the sole discretion of the yacht owner.
Yacht Condition & Use: The Yacht Owner is responsible for the yacht’s condition and must comply with all local maritime regulations. The Broker is not responsible for the condition of the yacht.
Crew & Responsibilities: If a crewed charter is provided, the crew will operate the vessel and ensure compliance with safety standards. The charterer must respect the crew’s authority and instructions. It is the Yacht Owners responsibility to ensure this.
The Yacht Owner is responsible for ensuring all crew wages, benefits, and employment obligations comply with maritime regulations. The Broker shall not be liable for any disputes arising between crew and the Owner or Charterer.
Liability & Insurance: Charterers and Yacht Owners are advised to obtain their own appropriate insurance. The Broker is not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or personal losses incurred during the charter.
Force Majeure: The Broker is not liable for cancellations or delays due to unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, mechanical failures, or government restrictions.
All commissions and payments for services from the Yacht Owner or third party representative of the chartered yacht that are due to the Broker are non-refundable and payable upon agreed dates. Once a sale or transaction has been completed, commissions remain payable in full, regardless of any subsequent disputes, cancellations, or other circumstances affecting the transaction. Any commission received by the Broker from third parties does not increase the purchase price or impact the terms of the transaction.

8. Your Obligations

You will pay the Remuneration due to the Broker (agreed upon when contracting the services) in a timely fashion and in accordance with the clauses in this agreement.
If You are a Principal you warrant that you have full legal power to enter into the Fixture brought about by the Services. If You are acting as a Representative You warrant that you have the Principal’s authority (i) to accept these terms and conditions on their behalf and (ii) to make all offers, counteroffers and representations made during negotiations and (iii) to agree a Fixture on their behalf.
Where Services are provided to You, You are deemed to have engaged the Broker in relation to any Fixture that arises in connection with those Services whether or not it is concluded via the Broker.
You will provide the Broker with all information and instructions necessary for the performance of the Services and You will be responsible for the accuracy of such information and instructions. Where actions need to be taken by a certain time (such as reply times during Negotiations) you will ensure the Broker has sufficient time prior to expiry of the relevant time limit to process and forward such messages as required.
You will take care to avoid misrepresentations occurring in Negotiations. You will carefully review all message, information and documents sent by or copied to You and promptly advise the Broker of any errors or misrepresentations. The Broker is not responsible for the consequences of a failure by You to review messages or correct misrepresentations which originate from your instructions or documents or other information provided by You.
You recognise and expressly acknowledge that internet fraud and other fraud including but not limited to the unlawful interception, diversion and unauthorised amendment of legitimate email messages, attachments, payment instructions, remittance details and other instructions and information is a real danger and You warrant that You will implement and maintain appropriate anti-virus and computer system protection.
The Broker does not warrant the accuracy of any invoice, amended invoice, payment demand, bank account, other remittance details or any amended details that it sends or forwards to You in the context of the Services, Post Fixture Services or otherwise and it is your obligation to carry out appropriate checks and conduct all necessary due diligence to verify that such invoice, amended invoice, payment demand, bank account or other remittance details are accurate and contain the correct payment information. The Broker will have no liability for any failure by You to take the due diligence and verification steps required by this sub clause
You will indemnify the Broker and hold the Broker harmless against the consequences of any breach by You of any of your obligations as set out in these Terms and Conditions

9. Payments & Fees

All payments, commissions, and fees due to the Broker shall be payable in full within the agreed timeframe and are non-refunable unless otherwise agreed in writing. Failure to make timely payments may result in additional charges or cancellation of services. Any deposits paid for brokerage or charter services are non-refundable unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Failure to make timely payments may result in additional charges or the suspension/cancellation of services. The Broker reserves the right to charge interest on overdue amounts at a rate of 1.5% per month. Until full payment is received, the Broker may withhold services, documentation, or the completion of any transactions

10. Indemnity

You hereby indemnify the Broker against any losses, damages, costs, liabilities, and expenses incurred or suffered by the Broker arising out of any breach by you of any provision of these Terms, or arising out of any claim that you have breached any provision of these Terms.

11. Disclaimers:

A. Third-Party Services Disclaimer

The Broker may provide recommendations for third-party services, including but not limited to yacht financing, shipping, servicing and transport. However, we do not endorse, guarantee, or take any responsibility for the actions, performance, or reliability of any third-party service providers.
It is the sole responsibility of the client to conduct due diligence and make an independent decision when engaging with any third-party service. The Broker shall not be held liable for any disputes, delays, costs, or damages arising from agreements or transactions between the client and any third-party provider.
In some cases, the Broker may receive a commission or referral fee from third-party providers if a client chooses to use their services. This does not affect the client’s obligations or the terms of any agreement with the third-party provider. Any commission received by the Broker from third parties does not increase the purchase price or impact the terms of the transaction.

B. Tax & Accounting Disclaimer

The Broker does not provide tax, accounting, or financial advisory services. Any information provided regarding VAT, registration fees, import duties, or other tax-related matters is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
We strongly recommend that clients consult with a qualified tax advisor or accountant to assess their individual tax obligations and financial considerations before proceeding with any yacht transaction. The Broker accepts no liability for any tax-related issues, penalties, or financial consequences arising from a client’s failure to seek independent professional advice.

C. Ship Disclaimer

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, the Broker does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy of the information or the current condition of the Ship. Interested parties are encouraged to instruct a surveyor of their choosing to investigate all available details and/or a sea tial to ensure accurate info is provided and the yacht is in the condition that the buyer wants prior to purchase. Any vessel marketed by ourselves is subject to prior sale, price reduction or can be removed from sale without giving prior notice. The Broker takes no liability for the condition of the ship.

D. Valuations & Market Information Disclaimer

Any ship or yacht valuations, statistical data, or market information provided by the Broker is for general informational purposes only. Such information is not intended for use in share prospectuses, bond issues, financial offer documents, or any other circulated financial reports unless explicitly noted otherwise.
The Broker does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any valuation or market information provided. Clients are advised to seek independent professional advice such as a surveyor before relying on such information for financial, investment, or legal purposes.
The Broker accepts no liability for any loss, risk, or consequences arising directly or indirectly from reliance on valuations or market data provided.

E. Banking & Payment Disclaimer

The Broker acts as an intermediary in yacht brokerage and charter transactions but does not assume any responsibility for errors, delays, or losses arising from banking or payment processing issues.
Clients, buyers, and sellers are solely responsible for ensuring that all payments are made correctly, to the appropriate account, and in compliance with relevant banking regulations. The Broker shall not be liable for any losses, delays, misallocations, fraud, or transaction failures caused by the banking institutions, payment processors, or third-party financial entities involved in the transaction.
It is the responsibility of all parties to verify bank details, payment instructions, and transaction security measures before proceeding with any payment. Browns Int SL strongly recommends confirming payment details directly via a trusted channel before transferring funds.

F. Sea Trials & Onboard Activity Disclaimer

Any activity conducted on a yacht, including but not limited to sea trials, marketing photoshoots, inspections, and viewings, is undertaken with the full permission of the yacht owner. It is the sole responsibility of the yacht owner to ensure that the vessel is adequately insured for such activities, including coverage for the yacht itself, third-party liability, and all individuals on board, including the captain and crew.
The Broker assumes no liability for any accidents, injuries, damages, or losses that may occur during these activities. Any risks associated with the use of the vessel for marketing or sea trials are the responsibility of the owner, crew, and participants.
All fuel costs incurred during sea trials or other yacht movements for marketing purposes shall be at the sole expense of the yacht owner.
By agreeing to a sea trial, viewing, photoshoot, or any other onboard activity, all parties acknowledge that they participate at their own risk and that the Broker is not responsible for any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from such activities.

G. Force Majeure Disclaimer:

The Broker shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, governmental restrictions, war, unforeseen technical failures or disruptions in banking or financial services.
In the event of a force majeure event causing a delay or cancellation, the Broker shall not be liable for refunds, penalties or financial loss. Any resulting costs remain the responsibility of the client.

12. Sanctions, Money Laundering, Bribery, and Anti-Corruption

In addition to your obligations as set out in these Terms and Conditions, You warrant that at the date of the Fixture and throughout its duration:

The Broker complies with European Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and reserves the right to request additional due diligence, including KYC (Know Your Customer) checks and verification of fund sources before completing any transaction.
The Broker reserves the right to reject, delay, or cancel any transaction if the client fails to provide adequate AML documentation, if red flags are detected in KYC checks, or if the transaction is deemed high-risk under AML regulations.The Broker is legally required to report suspicious activities to regulatory authorities without prior notice to the client.
You (which for this purpose of this clause includes any affiliated company, owning company, group company, associated entity, or subsidiary) and any party to the Fixture are not subject to or in breach of any Sanctions; and
You do not know of any reason why the Fixture could be unlawful or which could render the provision of the Services by the Broker in breach of any law, including but not limited in any way whatsoever to Sanctions and/or any legal provision relating to money laundering, bribery and/or corruption.
In the event that You become aware of any circumstance or occurrence which renders You and/or any other party and/or the Fixture in breach of this clause You will forthwith advise the Broker and take all available steps to rectify the breach.
In the event that the Broker has any reasonable grounds to believe that the Fixture or the provision of the Services may be in breach of this clause the Broker may by written notice terminate the Services immediately without incurring any liability howsoever arising from such termination.

13. Post Fixture Services

If the Broker provides post-fixture services as an additional courtesy, they shall not be held liable for any operational issues, contract disputes, or claims arising after a transaction is completed unless expressly agreed in writing.
The Broker does not guarantee the timeliness or outcome of any post-fixture service, including documentation processing, title transfers, or financial transactions involving external parties such as banks, registries, customs authorities and government agencies.
If the Broker agrees to perform Post Fixture Services, You must comply with any requirement imposed by the Broker, including without any limitation whatsoever a requirement that You send operational and/or claims and/or claim documentation to a particular email address.
You must allow the Broker a reasonable time before expiry of any applicable time limit to receive and process any time sensitive message and/or claim.
If You do not receive a prompt and same day written confirmation from the Broker that it has received any time sensitive message and/or claim you must forthwith contact the Broker by telephone to confirm that the message and/or claim has been received and in the absence of and pending written confirmation of receipt the message and/or claim will be deemed to have not been received.
The Broker will have no liability for any failure to pass on any message and/or claim unless that message and/or claim has been sent to and acknowledged by the Broker in compliance with this clause 7 and in compliance with any other requirements stipulated by the Broker.

14. Miscellaneous

All intellectual property rights in or arising out of the Services belong to the Broker.
The Broker has a general lien on all documents in its possession or control for all sums due from You to the Broker whether arising out of the Fixture or otherwise.
If any provision or part-provision of these Terms and Conditions is or becomes invalid, illegal or unenforceable, it shall be deemed deleted, but that shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the rest of these Terms and Conditions.
A waiver of any right or remedy under these Terms and Conditions is only effective if given in writing and shall not be deemed a waiver of any subsequent right or remedy.
A delay or failure to exercise, or the single or partial exercise of, any right or remedy shall not waive that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy.

15. Conditions

● We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without notice. Please review these Terms on occasion as they may change in the future.

16. Disputes

Dispute Resolution

Mediation first: Any disputes shall first be attempted to be resolved through mediation.
Arbitration if unresolved: If mediation fails, disputes will proceed to arbitration.
Legal action as a last resort: If arbitration does not resolve the issue, legal proceedings will be governed by and construed in accordance with Spanish law. The exclusive jurisdiction for all disputes shall be the Courts of Palma de Mallorca, Spain, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
Each party shall bear its own legal and arbitration costs unless the arbitrator determines otherwise or a different arrangement is agreed upon in writing.

For any enquiries, please contact us at brandon@browns-international.com.

Terms of Website Use

1. Introduction

By accessing and using https://www.browns-international.com/, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including text, images, and logos, is our property and protected under intellectual property laws. You will not steal or use any material without our prior consent.

3. Use of Website

You agree not to use the Website for unlawful purposes.
We are not responsible for third-party content linked from our Website.
You consent to our terms and conditions (above) and privacy policy (below)

4. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Browns Int SL be liable or responsible in any way in relation to the contents and use of, or differently in connection with this website, services provided or for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages (including but not limited to loss of use, loss of profits, revenue, income or anticipated savings, business losses, loss of reputation or goodwill, loss of contracts or business relationships, or loss and/or corruption of information or data) whether in an action in contract, equity or otherwise, arising out of or in any way connected with the use of or inability to use this site or services provided.

We will not be held liable for any delays or failure in the performance of any part of the Service if it is prevented or delayed in performing those obligations by an event of force majeure or third-party circumstances.

5. Amendments

We may update these terms at any time without notice.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws, specifically in relation to our yacht brokerage and charter services.

1. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

A. Contact & Identification Information

● Name

● Email address

● Phone number

● Mailing address

● Proof of identity (passport, driver's license, or similar identification document) B. Business & Financial Information

● Company name (if applicable)

● VAT details

● Payment and transaction information related to yacht brokerage and charter services

● Bank details for processing payments and commissions

● Any other needed information for KYC

B. Yacht-Related Information

● Yacht ownership documentation

● VAT status and proof of payment

● Registration documents

● Insurance details

● Service history, repairs, and modifications

● Any other needed information to complete the service

C. Website Usage Data

● IP address

● Browser type and version

● Usage

● Pages visited and time spent on the website

● Cookie preferences

● Marketing and communication preferences

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service.

Usage Data may include information such as Your Device's Internet Protocol address (e.g. IP address), browser type, browser version, the pages of our Service that You visit, the time and date of Your visit, the time spent on those pages, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

When You access the Service by or through a mobile device, We may collect certain information automatically, including, but not limited to, the type of mobile device You use, Your mobile device unique ID, the IP address of Your mobile device, Your mobile operating system, the type of mobile Internet browser You use, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

We may also collect information that Your browser sends whenever You visit our Service or when You access the Service by or through a mobile device.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on Our Service and store certain information. Tracking technologies used are beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve and analyze Our Service.

The technologies We use may include:

Cookies or Browser Cookies. A cookie is a small file placed on Your Device. You can instruct Your browser to refuse all Cookies or to indicate when a Cookie is being sent. However, if You do not accept Cookies, You may not be able to use some parts of our Service. Unless you have adjusted Your browser setting so that it will refuse Cookies, our Service may use Cookies.
Web Beacons. Certain sections of our Service and our emails may contain small electronic files known as web beacons (also referred to as clear gifs, pixel tags, and single-pixel gifs) that permit the Company, for example, to count users who have visited those pages or opened an email and for other related website statistics (for example, recording the popularity of a certain section and verifying system and server integrity).

The cookies we use enabled through Wix are:

Essential Cookies
- These cookies enable core functionality such as security, verification of identity and network management. These cookies can’t be disabled.
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2. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

● Providing Brokerage & Charter Services: Facilitating yacht sales, purchases, and charters, including verifying ownership and legal status, answering enquiries

● Transaction Processing: Handling payments, commissions, invoices, and necessary documentation.

● Marketing & Communication: Sending promotional material, offers, and updates based on your preferences (subject to consent).

● Customer Support: Assisting with inquiries, providing service-related updates, and managing disputes.

Improving our services: we may analyse or survey clients to help improve our services

● Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with maritime laws, tax regulations, and other legal obligations.

● Fraud Prevention & Security: Detecting and preventing fraudulent transactions and unauthorized access.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

● Performance of a Contract: Processing transactions and fulfilling obligations under yacht brokerage and charter agreements.

● Legitimate Interests: Enhancing our services, communicating with clients, marketing and protecting business operations.

● Conducting our services in general

● Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory, tax, and anti-money laundering requirements. ● Consent: Where required, such as for marketing communications and non-essential cookies.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

Your personal data may be shared in the following situations:

A. Third Parties

We use several trusted and GDPR-compliant third-party service providers to help run and support our business operations, including customer relationship management, data processing, communication, and storage. These service providers assist with services such as email management, accounting, file storage, project management, and marketing.

We have Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) in place with each of these providers (either signed or agreed upon by accepting terms) to ensure the secure and compliant processing of your personal data. The services we use include, but are not limited to, tools for:

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Project Management
Cloud Storage
Data Processing
Website Hosting
Accounting Programs
Marketing programs for mailouts

These tools help us deliver better services while ensuring data protection practices in accordance with applicable laws.

You can find more details on these agreements and the data protection practices of our providers upon request.

B. Business Transfers

Your data may be disclosed during a business sale, merger, acquisition, or restructuring.

C. With Yacht Sellers, Buyers, Charter Clients and necessary third parties to close the deal:

We may share necessary data with relevant parties involved in transactions, such as:

Potential yacht buyers or sellers
Charter clients and yacht owners
Legal representatives and surveyors
Accountants
Payment Processing Systems / Banks

D. With Regulatory Authorities

We may disclose personal data to comply with:

● Tax laws and VAT regulations

● Anti-money laundering regulations

● Law enforcement or government agencies (when legally required)

E. With Your Consent

Your data may be shared for additional purposes with your explicit consent.

5. Data Security & Retention

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

A. Security Measures

● Encrypted data storage

● Restricted access controls

● Secure servers and firewalls

With Affiliates: We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honour this Privacy Policy. Affiliates include Our parent company and any other subsidiaries, joint venture partners or other companies that We control or that are under common control with Us.

With business partners: We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions.

With other users: When you share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside.

B. Data Retention

● Personal data is retained for as long as necessary to fulfil our obligations and comply with legal requirements.

● Financial records are retained for tax and compliance purposes for a minimum of 5 years.

● Yacht transaction records are retained to support future transactions and legal verification.

● Website usage data is retained for analytics and security monitoring for a limited period.

Our company is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Wix.com provides us with an online platform that allows us to sell our products and services to you. Your data may be stored through Wix.com’s data storage, databases and the general Wix.com applications. They store your data on secure servers behind a firewall.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, is processed where the parties involved in the company's processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those from Your jurisdiction.

Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer. You can unsubscribe and ask us to delete your data at any time.

The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organisation or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights:

● Access & Correction: Request access to your data and correct inaccuracies. ● Erasure (‘Right to be Forgotten’): Request the deletion of your data when it is no longer necessary.

● Restriction & Objection: Restrict processing or object to data use under certain circumstances. ● Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format. ● Withdraw Consent: Withdraw marketing or non-essential data processing consent at any time. ● Lodge a Complaint: If you believe your data rights have been violated, you may contact the relevant data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

7. Cookies & Tracking

● We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our services, and site and store certain information. Tracking technologies used are beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve, market and analyze our service.

● You can manage your cookie preferences via browser settings.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to other websites that are not operated by Us. If You click on a third-party link, You will be directed to that third-party's site. We strongly advise You to review the Privacy Policy of every site You visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third-party sites or services.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored and processed outside your country, where data protection laws may differ. We ensure that all transfers comply with applicable regulations and include safeguards such as:

● EU-approved Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

● Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk transfers

● Encryption and secure transmission methods

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 18. If You are a parent or guardian and You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. If We become aware that We have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 18 without verification of parental consent, We take steps to remove that information from Our servers.

11. Communications

You acknowledge and agree that Browns Int SL may occasionally send you communications regarding your account, vacation or event via email, phone, WhatsApp or SMS.

12. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in laws or business operations. Please check this page periodically for updates.

For any inquiries, please contact us at brandon@browns-international.com