Terms of Service

GPS provides professional logistics and container-related services, including but not limited to:

• Container storage (short-term and long-term)
  
• Devanning (stripping / unloading of containers)
  
• Lifting services using specialist heavy-duty equipment
  
• Container shunting
  
• Heavy cargo transport and haulage
  
• Loading, lashing, and securing (LLS)
  
• Out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo handling
  
  

All services are provided subject to availability, operational capacity, safety requirements, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

All goods stored at GPS facilities are accepted subject to:

1. Completion of required documentation.
   
2. Accurate declaration of goods.
   
3. Agreement of storage duration and fees.
   
4. Timely payment of all applicable charges.
   

Storage fees accrue daily unless otherwise agreed in writing. GPS reserves the right to withhold release of goods until all outstanding charges are paid in full.

Failure to collect goods within agreed timeframes may result in additional storage charges or disposal procedures in accordance with applicable law.

Customers agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete cargo descriptions.
  
• Declare hazardous, restricted, or high-value goods in advance.
  
• Ensure cargo is suitably packaged and prepared for transport or storage.
  
• Comply with all applicable customs, environmental, and transport regulations.
  
• Maintain appropriate insurance coverage for stored or transported goods.
  

GPS shall not be liable for losses arising from inaccurate declarations, improper packaging, or regulatory non-compliance by the customer.

Access to GPS facilities is subject to operational hours and safety procedures.

Customers and third-party drivers must comply with site rules, including:

• Use of appropriate PPE where required.
  
• Following yard traffic management instructions.
  
• Adhering to loading and unloading instructions from GPS personnel.
  

GPS reserves the right to refuse entry or service where safety requirements are not met.

GPS utilises specialist container handlers, lifting machinery, and securing equipment to manage cargo operations.

While all reasonable care is taken, customers acknowledge that:

• Heavy lifting operations carry inherent risk.
  
• Out-of-gauge or irregular cargo may require special handling.
  
• Delays may occur due to equipment limitations, weather, or safety considerations.
  

Customers are responsible for ensuring lifting points, weight specifications, and cargo integrity are properly declared.

Where vehicle storage services are provided:

• Vehicles must be roadworthy unless otherwise agreed.
  
• Keys may be retained by GPS where operationally necessary.
  
• Customers must remove personal belongings prior to storage.
  

GPS is not responsible for mechanical deterioration, battery discharge, tyre pressure loss, or natural environmental effects during storage.

Specialised storage services may include palletised goods, heavy machinery, or non-standard cargo.

Hazardous, or regulated goods must be declared in advance and may be subject to additional terms.

GPS reserves the right to refuse storage of prohibited, unsafe, or non-compliant goods.

GPS maintains public liability insurance in accordance with industry standards.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

• Goods are stored and transported at the customer’s risk.
  
• GPS liability for loss or damage is limited to the lesser of the declared value or the applicable statutory limitation.
  
• GPS shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, or loss-of-profit damages.
  

Customers are strongly advised to maintain comprehensive cargo insurance coverage at all times.

GPS operates in accordance with applicable environmental legislation.

Customers must not store or transport hazardous materials without prior written approval and proper documentation.

Improper disposal, leakage, contamination, or environmental damage resulting from undeclared cargo shall remain the customer’s responsibility.

Health and safety are paramount within GPS facilities.

All persons entering our premises must:

• Follow site induction procedures where required.
  
• Wear appropriate protective equipment.
  
• Comply with all safety signage and staff instructions.
  

GPS reserves the right to suspend operations where safety is compromised.

GPS reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be published on our website and will apply to services provided after the effective date of publication.

Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.