Effective date: December 16, 2025
Mer et Design (“Mer et Design,” “we,” “our,” or “the Company”) is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting the confidentiality, security, and integrity of any personal data you provide when using our website, contacting us, or interacting with us in any way.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. It explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal data.
1. Who we are
Mer et Design is a naval architecture and engineering firm, specialized in designing custom professional vessels.
Mer et Design
1240, route des Dolines – BUROPOLIS
06560 Valbonne, France
📧 contact@meretdesign.fr
📞 +33 (0)4 92 96 06 09
2. What personal data we collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect the following types of personal data:
- Full name, email address, and phone number
- Information about your company or project (type, location, scope)
- Content of your messages and attachments submitted via our contact form
- Job application details: CV, cover letter, photo, diplomas, etc.
- Technical data via cookies (see section on Cookies)
- Your consent preferences for marketing communications
This information is collected directly from you through our contact form, email exchanges, phone calls, or job applications.
3. Why we process your data
We only use your personal data when necessary, and for the following purposes:
- Responding to your inquiries or requests for quotations
- Delivering our naval engineering services
- Managing client and partner relationships
- Assessing job applications
- Sending updates or communications (with your consent)
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
The legal basis for processing may be your consent, a contract, a legal obligation, or our legitimate interest in improving customer service and business operations.
4. Who has access to your data
Your personal data may be shared with:
- Our internal team (project managers, support, HR)
- Authorized technical providers (hosting, email, security)
- Public authorities, where required by law
- Our industrial group entities (e.g., CNOI), where necessary for project execution
We ensure that all third parties comply with strict confidentiality and security obligations.
5. Data hosting and international transfers
Our website is hosted on servers located in France. Some data (such as emails or cloud documents) may be stored using secure cloud providers based in the European Union.
All transfers are protected with appropriate safeguards in accordance with GDPR and European data protection standards.
6. Marketing communications
We will only send you promotional content, updates, or event invitations if you have given us explicit consent.
Vous pouvez à tout moment vous désabonner de nos emails via le lien présent dans chaque communication ou en nous contactant à l’adresse suivante :
📧 contact@meretdesign.fr
7. Data retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected:
- Contact or quote requests: 12 months after your last interaction
- Client/prospect data: up to 3 years after last activity
- Unsuccessful job applications: 12 months (unless you agree to longer retention)
- Legal/accounting data: as required by applicable regulations
8. Data security
We have implemented both technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from loss, unauthorized access, or misuse.
However, no digital system is entirely secure. While we strive to protect your information, Mer et Design cannot be held liable for breaches outside of our reasonable control.
9. Your rights
In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request corrections or deletion
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Object to or restrict processing
- Request a portable copy of your data (when applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@meretdesign.fr. A valid ID may be requested for verification.
10. Data about minors
Our services are not intended for minors under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect their data. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to us, please contact us so we can delete it.
11. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience, track usage, and remember your preferences. You can manage your preferences in your browser settings.
For more information, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].
12. Third-party websites
Our website may contain links to external websites (e.g., partner shipyards, LinkedIn, Facebook). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please consult their respective privacy policies before sharing your personal data.
13. Updates to this policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated at any time. All changes will be posted on our website with the new effective date. If material changes are made, we will make reasonable efforts to inform you. Continued use of our services implies your acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we process your data, please contact:
Mer et Design
1240, route des Dolines – BUROPOLIS
06560 Valbonne, France
📧 contact@meretdesign.fr
📞 +33 (0)4 92 96 06 09