Section 01
Introduction
Lochshore Maritime Partners AS ("LMP", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website and interact with our services. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have in relation to that data.
This policy applies to personal data collected through our website at www.lochshore.no and through any direct communications you have with us. We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Norwegian data protection law.
We encourage you to read this policy carefully. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood how we handle personal data as described below.
Section 02
Data Controller
The data controller responsible for the personal data collected through this website is:
Lochshore Maritime Partners AS
Haakon VIIs Gate 10
Oslo, NorwayAs data controller, we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data. If you have any questions about how we handle your data, please contact us using the details provided in Section 12.
Section 03
Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data in the following ways:
Information you provide directly. When you submit an enquiry through our contact form or communicate with us by email, we may collect:
- Your full name
- Your email address
- Your telephone number (if provided)
- Your company or organisation name (if provided)
- The content of your message or enquiry
Information collected automatically. When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system and device type
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
- Referring website or source
We do not collect sensitive personal data (such as health information, financial details, or identification numbers) through this website.
Section 04
How We Use Personal Data
We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:
- Responding to enquiries. To review, process, and respond to messages submitted through our contact form or sent to us directly by email.
- Providing our services. To communicate with prospective and existing clients regarding maritime investment advisory, vessel acquisition, investment structuring, and related services.
- Improving the website. To analyse how visitors use our website in order to improve its content, structure, and performance.
- Ensuring website security. To monitor and protect the website against unauthorised access, abuse, or malicious activity.
- Legal and compliance obligations. To comply with applicable legal requirements where necessary.
We do not use personal data for automated decision-making or profiling.
Section 05
Legal Basis for Processing
Under the GDPR, we are required to have a lawful basis for processing personal data. We rely on the following legal bases:
- Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR). Processing contact enquiries, improving the website, and ensuring its security are activities we consider necessary for the legitimate operation of our business. We balance these interests against your rights and freedoms, and we do not process data in ways that would override your interests without consent.
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). Where you have voluntarily submitted information through our contact form, your submission constitutes consent to process that data for the purpose of responding to your enquiry. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
- Contractual necessity (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR). Where we have entered into or are negotiating a service agreement with you or your organisation, we may process personal data to the extent necessary to fulfil our contractual obligations.
Section 06
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law.
Enquiries submitted through our contact form are typically retained for up to 24 months from the date of last contact, unless a client relationship is established, in which case data may be retained for a longer period in accordance with our contractual and legal obligations.
Technical data collected automatically (such as server logs) is generally retained for a short period and is then deleted or anonymised. When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or rendered anonymous in a manner that prevents re-identification.
Section 07
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. Personal data may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers. We may share data with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our services — for example, website hosting providers and form processing services. These providers are contractually bound to process personal data only on our instructions and in accordance with applicable data protection law.
- Legal obligations. We may disclose personal data if required to do so by law, or in response to a valid request from a competent authority.
- Protection of rights. We may share information where necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Lochshore Maritime Partners AS, our clients, or the public.
Where service providers are located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with Chapter V of the GDPR.
Section 08
Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve the browsing experience and to understand how visitors use the site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser.
The types of cookies we may use include:
- Functional cookies. Necessary for the website to operate correctly, such as maintaining your session or remembering preferences.
- Analytics cookies. Used to collect anonymised information about how visitors interact with the website, including pages visited and time on site. This information is used solely to improve the website.
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website. Where required by law, we will seek your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
We do not use advertising or cross-site tracking cookies.
Section 09
Data Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously. We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
These measures include the use of secure, encrypted connections (HTTPS) for data transmission, access controls limiting who within our organisation can access personal data, and regular review of our security practices.
While we take every reasonable precaution, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure. In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority and, where required, affected individuals in accordance with applicable law.
Section 10
Investment Disclaimer
This section sets out an important disclaimer regarding the nature of the content published on this website. Please read it carefully.
Important Legal Notice
The content on this website is provided for informational purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes investment advice, financial advice, legal advice, or a recommendation to buy, sell, or otherwise deal in any securities, vessels, maritime assets, or any other financial instruments.
The information presented on this website describes the general nature of the services offered by Lochshore Maritime Partners AS. It does not take into account the specific investment objectives, financial situation, risk tolerance, or particular needs of any individual or organisation.
Past performance and market information referenced on this website are not indicative of future results. Maritime markets are subject to significant variability, and all investments carry risk, including the possible loss of capital.
Before making any investment or commercial decision in connection with maritime assets or shipping markets, you should seek independent professional advice from a qualified financial adviser, legal counsel, or other relevant professional who is familiar with your specific circumstances.
Submitting an enquiry through our contact form, sending us an email, or otherwise contacting Lochshore Maritime Partners AS does not create or establish any advisory relationship, mandate, or contractual obligation between you and the firm. An advisory relationship is only established through a formal written engagement agreed upon by both parties.
Lochshore Maritime Partners AS makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information on this website for any particular purpose.
Section 11
Your Rights Under GDPR
As a data subject under the GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
Right of Access
You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, along with information about how it is used.
Right to Rectification
You may ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
Right to Erasure
You may request that we delete your personal data where there is no compelling reason for continued processing.
Right to Restrict Processing
You may ask us to limit how we use your personal data in certain circumstances.
Right to Object
You may object to the processing of your personal data where we rely on legitimate interests as the legal basis.
Right to Data Portability
Where processing is based on consent or contract, you may request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 12. We will respond to requests within 30 days. In some cases, we may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet) if you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with applicable law. Datatilsynet can be reached at www.datatilsynet.no.
Section 12
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal data, please contact us:
Lochshore Maritime Partners AS
Email: post@lochshore.no
Address: Haakon VIIs Gate 10, 0161 Oslo, Norway
We aim to respond to all privacy-related enquiries within five business days.
Section 13
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable law, or the services we provide. When we make material changes, the revised policy will be published on this page with an updated date at the top.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acknowledgement of the updated policy.
This policy was last updated in March 2026.