BluePalm Global
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BluePalm Global – Privacy & GDPR Compliance

Effective Date: 01/01/2023

BluePalm Global (“BPG”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors, clients, partners, and counterparties who provide personal or business information in connection with our operations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Data We Collect

We collect information necessary to evaluate commercial enquiries, support transaction coordination, and conduct compliance review across commodity markets. This may include:

  • Personal Identification: Name, title, contact information (email, phone, address).
  • Business Information: Company name, registration details, financial information, and legal documentation.
  • Transaction Details: Product specifications, quantity requirements, delivery locations, and other commercially relevant details.
  • Technical Data: IP address, device information, and cookies when interacting with our website.

We only collect data that is relevant and necessary for the purpose of commercial evaluation, compliance screening, and transaction execution.

2. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used exclusively for the following purposes:

  • Supporting communication relating to commercial enquiries, buy/sell requests, transaction coordination, and market engagement opportunities.
  • Conducting due diligence and compliance checks in accordance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
  • Processing transactions, issuing quotations, and completing contractual agreements.
  • Maintaining records for legal, regulatory, and audit purposes.
  • Improving our website, services, and customer experience.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: You have explicitly consented to the processing of your personal data for one or more specific purposes.
  • Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to perform or initiate a commercial transaction or contract.
  • Legal Obligation: We are required to process certain data to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and financial reporting obligations.
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary to maintain and improve our services, protect against fraud, and ensure secure and compliant trading operations.

4. Data Sharing

Your data may be shared with:

  • Verified counterparties, suppliers, service providers, and logistics partners solely for the purpose of commercial coordination and transaction execution.
  • Regulatory, auditing, and law enforcement authorities where required by law.
  • Third-party service providers who support our operations, under strict contractual and confidentiality obligations.

All recipients of your data are bound to use the information solely for the intended purpose and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal and business data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Complete and document commercial transactions.
  • Comply with legal, regulatory, and tax obligations.
  • Resolve disputes or enforce agreements.

Once the data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights under GDPR:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request erasure of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
  • Restriction: Request restrictions on processing under certain circumstances.
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing purposes.

To exercise your rights, please contact webcontact@bluepalmglobal.com.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. Access is restricted to employees, representatives, and authorised third parties who require the information to perform their duties.

8. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies for:

  • Functional purposes (e.g., session management)
  • Analytical purposes (e.g., understanding website performance)

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. International Data Transfers

BPG operates globally, and your data may be transferred to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for processing. We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as contractual clauses or other approved transfer mechanisms, are in place to protect your data.

10. Updates to This Policy

BPG may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The Effective Date at the top of this page indicates the latest revision. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

For any privacy-related enquiries, please contact:

Contact Trading Desk