Terms and Conditions 

1. Definitions

1.1 “Company” refers to Helanic and its affiliates.

1.2 “Client” refers to the ship owners, managers, charterers, operators, and brokers utilizing the Company’s services.

1.3 “Services” refers to the vessel husbanding services provided by the Company.

1.4 “Port” refers to any port where the Company operates, including Colombo, Galle, Hambantota, Trincomalee, Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Geelong, Sydney, Newcastle, Hobart, and Devonport.

2. Services Provided

2.1 The Company agrees to provide professional and economical vessel husbanding services to the Client as requested.

2.2 Services include, but are not limited to, port clearance, crew changes, bunkering, ship supplies, repairs, and maintenance.

2.3 The Company will endeavor to provide services 24/7 to meet the Client’s needs.

3. Fees and Payment

3.1 Fees for services will be agreed upon in advance and invoiced to the Client.

3.2 Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3.3 Late payments may incur interest at a rate of 1.5% per month.

4. Client Obligations

4.1 The Client must provide accurate and complete information regarding their vessel and service requirements.

4.2 The Client must ensure that the vessel complies with all relevant regulations and guidelines at the port of call.

4.3 The Client must notify the Company of any changes to the vessel’s schedule or service requirements as soon as possible.

5. Liability and Indemnity

5.1 The Company will not be liable for any loss, damage, or delay caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, strikes, or natural disasters.

5.2 The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from the Client’s breach of these terms and conditions or from the Client’s negligence or willful misconduct.

6. Termination

6.1 Either party may terminate the agreement by providing 30 days’ written notice.

6.2 The Company may terminate the agreement immediately if the Client fails to pay for services or breaches any of these terms and conditions.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

7.1 These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Sri Lanka for services provided in Sri Lanka and the laws of Australia for services provided in Australia.

7.2 Any disputes arising under these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Sri Lanka or Australia, depending on the location of the service provided.

8. Amendments

8.1 The Company reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Any amendments will be communicated to the Client in writing and will become effective 30 days after such communication.

9. Entire Agreement

9.1 These terms and conditions, together with any service agreement, constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

By utilizing Helanic’s services, the Client agrees to these terms and conditions.