Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Emerald Marine Group ("EMG", "Company", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website located at emerald-marine.com (the "Website").

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Notice and Terms of Service, both of which are available on this Website. By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

We are committed to transparency regarding our use of cookies and respect your right to control how your data is collected and used, in accordance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third-party services operating on that website ("third-party cookies"). Cookies can be "session cookies", which expire when you close your browser, or "persistent cookies", which remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them.

Similar technologies, such as web beacons, pixels, local storage, and scripts, may be used for similar purposes. References to "cookies" in this policy include these technologies where applicable.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the operation of these cookies. The relevant third parties are responsible for their own cookie and privacy policies.

Third-party services that may set cookies when you visit our Website include, but are not limited to:

• Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics) — for aggregated website usage statistics
• Font and content delivery services (e.g. Google Fonts) — for the delivery of web fonts and static assets
• Embedded media providers — where video or multimedia content is embedded on our pages

We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties directly for further information about the cookies they set and how they process any associated data.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We process data collected through cookies on the following legal bases:

• Strictly necessary cookies: legitimate interest in ensuring the technical operation and security of our Website — no consent is required
• Functional cookies: your consent, which you may withdraw at any time
• Analytics cookies: your consent, which you may withdraw at any time

Where we rely on consent, you have the right to withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal. Withdrawal of consent can be effected by adjusting your browser settings as described in Section 6 below.

6. Managing and Controlling Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies). You can exercise your cookie preferences through the following means:

7. Data Retention

Session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for the period specified in the cookie or until you delete them manually through your browser settings.

Analytics data collected through cookies is retained in aggregated, anonymised form for a period not exceeding 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted or anonymised beyond recovery.

8. International Data Transfers

Some third-party cookie providers may process data outside the United Arab Emirates or the European Economic Area. Where this occurs, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 and, where applicable, the GDPR, including reliance on standard contractual clauses or equivalent transfer mechanisms recognised under applicable law.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, or our use of cookies. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Where changes are material, we will take reasonable steps to notify you, which may include a notice on the Website or, where appropriate, direct communication.

10. Your Rights

In accordance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 and, where applicable, the GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to personal data processed through cookies:

• the right to be informed about how your data is collected and used
• the right to access personal data held about you
• the right to request correction of inaccurate data
• the right to request deletion of your data
• the right to restrict or object to certain processing
• the right to withdraw consent at any time
• the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, or if you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us using the details below.

11. Contact

For any questions, concerns, or requests in relation to this Cookie Policy, please contact Emerald Marine Group at: