Terms & Conditions

1. Scope of Logistics Services

DE-BLINGS Global Logistics provides international shipping, customs clearing, forwarding, export documentation assistance, and supply chain logistics management.

Every shipment handled by DE-BLINGS Global Logistics is subject to these Terms, as well as the specific parameters outlined in the corresponding Bill of Lading, Air Waybill, or official service invoice.

DE-BLINGS Global Logistics acts as an expert agent on behalf of the Client when dealing with customs authorities, shipping lines, airlines, and terminal operators.

2. Client Declarations & Documentation Accuracy

To maintain compliance with national and international maritime and aviation laws:

• The Maze of Documentation: The Client is solely responsible for providing complete, genuine, and 100% accurate information regarding cargo descriptions, commercial invoices, packing lists, and values required for customs clearance or export declarations.
• Prohibited Items: The Client strictly warrants that the cargo does not contain contraband, illegal substances, hazardous materials (unless explicitly declared and authorized), or items banned by the Nigerian Customs Service or destination countries.
• Indemnity for Misclassification: If a client provides false declarations, incorrect values, or incomplete documentation that results in customs fines, seizures, port storage fees (demurrage), or delays, the Client shall indemnify DE-BLINGS Global Logistics against all resulting financial liabilities.

3. Pricing, Market Volatility & Freight Rates

• Dynamic Quotations: Logistics pricing is heavily tied to fluctuating global factors. All quotes provided via https://deblingsglobal.com/ or our agents are based on real-time carrier rates, terminal charges, exchange rates, and fuel surcharges. Quotes are subject to change without notice until the booking is confirmed and paid.
• Unexpected Port Fees: The Client acknowledges that total shipping costs may scale if the shipment incurs unexpected statutory customs duties, physical inspection fees, terminal demurrage, or storage charges at the ports due to factors outside DE-BLINGS Global Logistics' immediate control.

4. Transit Timelines & Delays Disclaimer

• No Time-Guaranteed Delivery: While we pride ourselves on building a logistics experience that actually works, transit timelines provided by our team are strictly estimates.
• Port and Customs Bottlenecks: DE-BLINGS Global Logistics shall not be held liable for commercial losses, missed production schedules, or damages arising from delays caused by shipping line or airline schedule shifts, customs inspection delays, port congestion, weather conditions, border closures, or acts of government authorities.

5. Limitation of Liability & Cargo Insurance

• Carrier Restrictions: DE-BLINGS Global Logistics utilizes verified third-party shipping lines, airlines, and local haulage providers. Our liability for any cargo loss, theft, or physical damage during transit is strictly capped in accordance with standard international maritime (Hague-Visby Rules) and aviation (Warsaw/Montreal Conventions) protocols.
• Insurance Recommendation: We strongly advise all SME importers, manufacturers, and individual exporters to secure comprehensive marine or transit cargo insurance. DE-BLINGS Global Logistics can facilitate cargo insurance for the client upon written request and receipt of the premium payment prior to shipping.

6. Payment Terms & Lien on Cargo

All mobilization fees, clearing costs, or freight payments must be remitted according to the schedule on the invoice.

Right of Lien: DE-BLINGS Global Logistics reserves a contractual Right of Lien over any cargo in our possession or control. If a client fails to pay freight charges, duties, or clearing fees due to the company, we retain the right to withhold the cargo and, after giving due notice, dispose of or sell the goods to recover outstanding debts.

7. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any unresolved legal disputes arising directly from our shipping or clearing operations shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Federal High Court of Nigeria.