Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions of Freight Forwarding Services

These Terms and Conditions govern all logistics, freight forwarding, and transportation services provided by Winify Ltd (“Winify”, “the Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). By booking or using the services of Winify, the Customer agrees to be bound by these Terms.

1. Definitions

Company
Winify Ltd, its employees, agents, subcontractors, and authorised representatives.

Customer / Shipper
Any person or entity requesting services from the Company.

Goods
Any cargo, shipment, parcel, documents, or property accepted for transport, storage, or logistics handling.

Carrier
Any third-party airline, shipping line, courier, haulage company, or logistics provider used by the Company.

2. Scope of Services

The Company provides logistics services including but not limited to:

  • International Freight Forwarding
  • Air Freight
  • Ocean Freight
  • Road Freight
  • Courier Services
  • Customs Clearance
  • Warehousing
  • Cargo Handling and Documentation

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Company acts solely as an agent arranging transportation services and as a facilitator on behalf of the Customer.

The Company may subcontract services to third-party carriers or service providers. The Company shall not be responsible for acts, omissions, delays, or failures of such third parties.

3. Customer Responsibilities

The Customer shall:

  • Provide accurate shipment details including weight, dimensions, contents, and value
  • Ensure goods comply with UK and international shipping regulations
  • Provide all required customs documentation
  • Ensure goods are properly packed and labelled

The Customer shall be liable for any losses, penalties, delays, or damages resulting from incorrect information or misdeclaration.

4. Packaging Requirements

The Customer must ensure that goods are:

  • Adequately packed
  • Suitable for transportation
  • Clearly labelled
  • Protected against normal transport conditions

The Company shall not be liable for loss or damage caused by:

  • Inadequate packaging
  • Fragile goods not declared
  • Inherent defects in the goods
  • Insufficient protection during transport

5. Right to Inspect Shipments

The Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to open, inspect, scan, or examine any shipment at any time.

This may be done to:

  • Verify shipment contents
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws
  • Detect prohibited or restricted goods
  • Ensure security and safety of transport

The Company may also permit inspection by:

  • UK customs authorities
  • Border control authorities
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Airport or port security
  • Third-party carriers

The Customer acknowledges that such inspections may occur before dispatch, during transit, or before delivery.

The Company shall not be liable for delays, damages, or consequences arising from such inspections.

The Customer warrants that all goods are lawful and compliant with applicable regulations and agrees to indemnify the Company against any liabilities arising from illegal or restricted shipments.

6. Prohibited and Restricted Goods

The Company will not transport goods that are:

  • Illegal under UK law
  • Hazardous without declaration
  • Explosives or weapons
  • Counterfeit goods
  • Perishable goods without agreement
  • Dangerous goods without proper documentation

The Customer is fully liable for any consequences arising from shipping prohibited goods.

7. Cargo Insurance

Shipments handled by the Company are not automatically insured.

Customer would need to arrange their own cargo insurance.

Without insurance, the Customer accepts that compensation may be limited under these Terms.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company’s liability for loss or damage to goods shall be limited to £50 per shipment.

The Company shall not be liable for:

  • Loss of profit
  • Loss of business
  • Loss of market
  • Consequential damages
  • Indirect losses

9. Delays in Transit

Transit times are estimates only.

The Company shall not be responsible for delays caused by:

  • Customs inspections
  • Port congestion
  • Airline schedules
  • Strikes
  • Weather conditions
  • Government regulations

Failure to meet delivery estimates does not constitute breach of contract.

10. Claims

Any claim must be submitted:

  • In writing
  • Within 7 days of delivery or expected delivery

Legal proceedings relating to shipment claims must be commenced within 9 months, consistent with standard freight forwarding practices.

Failure to comply with these time limits will result in rejection of the claim.

11. Freight Charges and Payment

All charges including freight, duties, taxes, and handling fees must be paid in accordance with the agreed payment terms.

The Company reserves the right to charge:

  • Storage fees
  • Demurrage
  • Detention
  • Customs penalties

Late payments may incur interest at 8% above Bank of England base rate.

12. Right of Lien

The Company shall have a general lien on all goods and documents in its possession for unpaid charges.

If payment is not made within the specified period, the Company may:

  • Retain the goods
  • Sell the goods
  • Dispose of the goods

to recover outstanding amounts.

13. Indemnity

The Customer agrees to indemnify the Company against any losses, liabilities, fines, penalties, or claims arising from:

  • Incorrect shipment information
  • Unlawful goods
  • Regulatory breaches
  • Improper packaging

14. Force Majeure

The Company shall not be liable for failure or delay caused by events beyond its control including:

  • Natural disasters
  • War
  • Terrorism
  • Pandemics
  • Government restrictions
  • Transport disruptions

15. Electronic Communication

Electronic documents, emails, and digital records shall be considered legally valid and binding.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the Company and the Customer and supersede any prior agreements.

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