Scotia Drilling Consultants Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit our website in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, as amended from time to time.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data.
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Information about your interactions with our website.
• Communication Data: Any correspondence you send to us.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
• To provide, operate, and improve our website and services.
• To communicate with you, including responding to enquiries.
• To process transactions and provide customer support.
• To comply with legal obligations.
• To personalise user experiences and analyse website usage.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
• Your consent (e.g., when subscribing to newsletters).
• Performance of a contract (e.g., fulfilling orders or service agreements).
• Compliance with legal obligations.
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving website functionality).
4. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
• Service providers and partners who assist in operating our website and services.
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the relevant service, to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
6. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• Access – Request a copy of your personal data.
• Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure – Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
• Restriction – Request restriction of processing.
• Objection – Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Data Portability – Request transfer of your data.
• Withdraw Consent – If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
Scotia Drilling Consultants Ltd
+44 (0)7876718970
Effective Date 16.02.2025