Terms & Conditions

Marine Logistics – Boat Transport Terms & Conditions

Marine Logistics – Website Terms & Conditions (Boat Transport)

 ABN: 97302475379 Trading as Marine Logistics

These Terms & Conditions apply to all boat transport and logistics services provided by Marine Logistics across Australia.

1. Definitions & Interpretation

1.1 Contractor means Marine Logistics , including all directors, officers, employees, agents, subcontractors, carriers, successors and assigns.

1.2 Client means any individual, company, partnership or entity requesting, booking or receiving Services, whether jointly or severally.

1.3 Boat includes any vessel, hull, trailer, engines, masts, keels, sails, electronics, accessories, fittings, covers, personal property and any item whatsoever supplied by the Client for transport.

1.4 Services includes boat transport, loading, unloading, storage, logistics coordination, permitting, route planning, escort coordination and any ancillary services.

1.5 Price means the total amount payable including variations, surcharges, delays, storage, permits, escorts, tolls, fuel adjustments and administrative costs.

1.6 Delivery occurs immediately upon pickup of the Boat or attempted delivery, whether attended or unattended.

2. Absolute Acceptance of Terms

2.1These Terms & Conditions are strictly binding once the Client:

• Submits any enquiry or booking;

• Accepts a quote verbally or in writing;

• Pays any deposit or invoice; or

• Allows Marine Logistics to attend site or take possession of the Boat.

2.2 No terms proposed by the Client shall apply unless expressly accepted in writing by Marine Logistics.

3. Quotes, Pricing & Variations

3.1 All quotes are estimates only and not fixed prices.

3.2 Quotes are based entirely on Client-supplied information. Marine Logistics accepts no responsibility for inaccuracies.

3.3 Marine Logistics may increase the Price immediately where:

• Dimensions, weight or configuration differ;

• Access is restricted or unsafe;

• Additional permits, escorts or equipment are required;

• Delays occur for any reason;

• Fuel, tolls or compliance costs increase.

3.4 All variations are payable immediately upon notice.

4. Deposits, Payment & Cancellation (Strict)

4.1 Deposits are non-refundable under all circumstances.

4.2 Full payment is required prior to delivery. Marine Logistics may withhold delivery until payment clears.

4.3 Cancellation within seventy-two (72) hours of pickup or delivery incurs 100% of the Price.

4.4 Late payments accrue interest at 3% per calendar month, compounded.

5. Client Preparation – Absolute Responsibility

5.1 The Client warrants the Boat is fully prepared, secured and compliant.

5.2 Marine Logistics accepts no liability whatsoever for damage arising from:

• Loose or unsecured items;

• Structural weakness;

• Age-related wear;

• Incorrect preparation.

5.3 Marine Logistics is not required to inspect or verify preparation.

6. Access, Lifting & Site Conditions

6.1 All lifting, cranage, slipway and haul-out costs are the Client’s responsibility.

6.2 Unsafe, illegal or restricted access may result in immediate cancellation with full charges payable.

7. Timeframes & Delays

7.1 All timeframes are estimates only.

7.2 Delays do not constitute breach, fault or grounds for compensation.

8. Risk & Insurance (Strict)

8.1 Risk passes to the Client immediately upon pickup.

8.2 Marine Logistics’ insurance, if any, is limited strictly to hull and trailer only and subject to insurer acceptance.

8.3 Marine Logistics bears no responsibility for personal property, electronics, engines, covers or accessories.

8.4 The Client is solely responsible for arranging marine transit insurance.

9. Damage Claims – Strict Limits

9.1 The Client must inspect immediately upon delivery.

9.2 Any claim must be lodged in writing within forty-eight (48) hours.

9.3 No claims will be accepted for:

• Pre-existing damage;

• Wear and tear;

• Vibration, weather, road debris;

• Improper preparation.

10. Storage, Redelivery & Abandonment

10.1 Storage fees apply where delivery cannot be completed.

10.2 Boats left unpaid for fourteen (14) days may be treated as abandoned and sold to recover costs.

11. Lien, Recovery & Enforcement

11.1 Marine Logistics holds a continuing lien over the Boat.

11.2 Marine Logistics may enter premises to recover the Boat where lawful.

12. Subcontracting & Carriers

12.1 Marine Logistics may subcontract at its sole discretion.

12.2 Marine Logistics is not liable for acts or omissions of subcontractors beyond mandatory legal guarantees.

13. Limitation of Liability (Maximum)

13.1 To the fullest extent permitted by law, Marine Logistics excludes all liability.

13.2 Total liability is capped at the Price paid.

14. Australian Consumer Law

14.1 Nothing excludes rights that cannot be lawfully excluded.

15. Force Majeure

15.1 Marine Logistics is not liable for events beyond its control.

16. Privacy & Credit

16.1 Marine Logistics may conduct credit checks and recover debts.

17. Governing Law

17.1 These Terms are governed by Queensland law.

18. Website Use & Online Errors

18.1 Website information may be corrected at any time without liability.

19. Entire Agreement

19.1 These Terms constitute the entire agreement.

20. Evidence, Condition Reporting & Photos

20.1 Marine Logistics may photograph or video the Boat before, during and after transport.

20.2 All images, videos and condition reports created by Marine Logistics constitute conclusive evidence of the Boat’s condition unless the Client proves otherwise.

20.3 The Client waives any right to dispute claims based on lack of inspection or absence at delivery.

21. Waiver of Disputes, Chargebacks & Set-Off

21.1 The Client irrevocably waives the right to initiate chargebacks, payment disputes or reversals through banks, card providers or payment platforms.

21.2 The Client agrees not to withhold, set-off or delay payment for any reason.

21.3 Any chargeback initiated by the Client constitutes a material breach and all recovery costs are payable by the Client.

22. Dispute Resolution (Mandatory)

22.1 Any dispute must first be referred to Marine Logistics in writing within seven (7) days.

22.2 If unresolved, disputes must be resolved by private mediation in Queensland.

22.3 Court proceedings are not permitted unless mediation fails.

23. Exclusion of Oral Representations

23.1 The Client acknowledges no reliance has been placed on any verbal statement, estimate or representation.

24. Indemnity (Maximum Protection)

24.1 The Client indemnifies Marine Logistics against all claims, losses, damages, legal costs, penalties and expenses arising from:

• Incorrect information;

• Boat condition or preparation;

• Third-party claims;

• Regulatory or compliance issues.

25. Entire Agreement & Severability

25.1 These Terms constitute the entire agreement.

25.2 If any clause is unenforceable, the remaining clauses continue in full force.

26. Final Acknowledgement

26.1 The Client confirms they have read, understood and accepted these Terms & Conditions in full, including all risk allocations.