Our Privacy Commitments
This Privacy Policy outlines the information we may collect from you during your interactions with our websites, events, related publications, and services (collectively referred to as “personal data”). It also describes how we may utilize that personal data, including the methods by which we and our service providers may monitor your online behavior, subject to necessary consents, to deliver customized advertisements, marketing materials, and other tailored services. Additionally, this Privacy Policy informs you about how you can verify the accuracy of your personal data and how you can request updates or deletions of that data.
This Privacy Policy is applicable to all websites operated by Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd, as indicated on the respective website.
This statement does not encompass the activities of third parties. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those third-party sites to understand how they handle your data.
For any questions regarding this Policy and our privacy practices, please contact us via email at privacy@gtreview.com, or write to our Data Protection Officer at Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd, 4 Hillgate Place, London, SW12 9ER, United Kingdom. You may also reach our London headquarters by telephone at +44 (0) 20 8673 9666.
Who Are We?
Founded in 2002 with offices in London and Singapore, Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd is a leading global media company specializing in trade and trade finance. We provide information, news, events, and services for companies and individuals engaged in global trade.
Our core business activities include:
- Business-to-Business financial publishing, offering a variety of products and services focused on international commodities, export, supply chain, and trade finance markets, including magazines, newsletters, and electronic information and data.
- Organizing seminars, conferences, training courses, and exhibitions for the finance industry.
Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd is a registered company in the United Kingdom, with company number 4407327 and VAT Registration: 799 1585 59.
Data Protection Policy
This Data Protection Policy elucidates when and why we collect personal information from individuals visiting our website, how we utilize that information, the circumstances under which we may disclose it to others, and the measures we take to ensure its security.
Why do we collect information from you?
Our primary objective in collecting personal data is to provide you with a customized and enjoyable experience while ensuring that our services and features meet your needs. We collect certain personal data that you provide when using our site and/or registering or subscribing for our products and services. However, we also offer the option to access our site’s home pages without the need for registration or disclosure of personal data.
Additionally, we may collect personal data from other group companies where you have provided your information through their websites, including Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd and its subsidiaries. If we discover such personal data has been delivered to any of our sites, we will promptly remove that information.
Why This Policy Exists
This Data Protection Policy ensures that Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd:
- Complies with data protection laws and adheres to good practices.
- Protects the rights of our staff, customers, and partners.
- Maintains transparency regarding the storage and processing of individuals’ data.
- Protects itself from the risk of data breaches.
We may update this Policy periodically, so we encourage you to check this page occasionally to ensure you are satisfied with any changes. By using our website, you agree to be bound by this Policy.
Data Protection Law
The Data Protection Act 1998 outlines how organizations, including Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd, are required to collect, handle, and store personal information. These rules apply irrespective of whether data is stored electronically, on paper, or through other means. To comply with the law, personal information must be stored securely, not disclosed unlawfully, and used fairly.
The Data Protection Act is based on eight key principles, which state that personal data must:
- Be processed fairly and lawfully.
- Be collected for specific, lawful purposes.
- Be adequate, relevant, and not excessive.
- Be accurate and kept up to date.
- Not be retained for longer than necessary.
- Be processed in accordance with the rights of data subjects.
- Be protected by appropriate security measures.
- Not be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA) without adequate protection.
How We Collect Information From You
We obtain information about you when you use our website, for instance, when you contact us regarding our products and services, register for an event, or subscribe to receive newsletters or trial access to our GTR magazine/website.
Types of Personal Data Held and Its Use
1. Customer Services and Administration
On certain sites, Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd collects personal data such as your name, job title, department, company, email, phone number, and work or home address to register you for access to specific content, subscriptions, and events. We may also store information like IP addresses and page analytics, including details on which pages are accessed, by whom, and when.
This information is utilized to administer and deliver the products and/or services you have requested, enhance the efficiency of our sites, and maintain records of our business transactions and communications. By using our sites and submitting personal information through the registration process, you consent to our collection, processing, and use of your information for the purposes detailed herein.
2. Monitoring Use of Our Sites
If you post information or materials on our site, we may monitor any content you upload or input, including in password-protected sections. With your consent, we may also track the various sites you visit and actions taken on those sites, such as content viewed or searched for. When you log in as a registered user (e.g., subscriber or trial user), a cookie is placed on your machine to facilitate access to non-public content and services. The actions you undertake while logged in, such as viewing an article, are recorded, subject to necessary consents. This data may be used for several purposes, including:
- Fulfilling our obligations to you;
- Enhancing the efficiency, quality, and design of our sites and services;
- Identifying the most accessed articles, features, and services;
- Ensuring compliance with our terms and conditions of use;
- Marketing purposes (subject to your right to opt-in and opt-out);
- Advertising purposes, where the information used does not identify you personally;
- Protecting or complying with our legal rights and obligations;
- Enabling our journalists to interact with you online regarding any content you may post on our sites.
For more information on cookies and similar technologies, including how to enable or disable them, please refer to the relevant section below.
3. Marketing
Some personal data collected may be utilized to contact you via email, telephone, or post for sending promotional material concerning our products and services, including those of our group companies. We provide you with an option to opt-out of receiving marketing communications, with further details available on the relevant site and in the footer of each marketing communication sent by us or our service providers. We do not share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Profiling
We may analyze your personal information to develop a profile of your interests and preferences, enabling us to contact you with relevant information.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
All our sites use cookies and similar technical tools to gather information about your access to the site and our services.
What is a Cookie?
Cookies are text files issued to your computer when you visit certain sites. They identify your computer to servers without revealing individual user details. Many sites use cookies to track traffic flow and areas visited, allowing for improved site performance.
Users can configure their computers to accept all cookies, notify them when a cookie is issued, or reject cookies entirely. However, opting out may prevent access to certain personalized services offered by Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
- Log In: Cookies are created upon login and remain active during the session to verify authorization.
- Analytics: Cookies help us track website traffic, distinguishing between new and returning visitors for accurate usage statistics.
Find and Control Your Cookies
Major browser providers offer guidance on managing privacy and security features. For specific browser support, visit the relevant provider’s site.
We May Use Cookies To:
- Recognize repeat visitors, enabling us to assess site capacity and performance.
- Maintain your login session while navigating the site.
- Store preferences or credentials for ease of access during subsequent visits.
- Customize page layouts and content based on user preferences.
- Record site activity to tailor content and services to user needs.
- Gather statistical data for site improvement.
- Collect information about your visits to our site and other sites to place you in a market segment.
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can adjust settings to block or alert you about cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain functionalities of our site.
6. Email Tracking
Email tracking allows us to monitor the delivery and engagement of marketing emails sent to subscribers who have opted-in to receive communications from GTR and its associated publications.
Why Do We Track Emails?
This tracking helps us understand user engagement and preferences, allowing us to refine our content based on metrics such as open rates and click-through rates. The details of your email engagement will be kept confidential and not used for purposes beyond those stated without your consent.
7. Consents and Opt-Outs
You can provide consent to opt-out of specific uses of your data as indicated by:
- Indicating preferences at the point of data collection on the relevant site.
- Contacting us via email, post, or phone.
- Updating your preferences on the applicable site or email newsletter.
For cookie management, please refer to the information in the cookies section above. For inquiries regarding consents and opt-outs, contact us at privacy@gtreview.com or reach our Data Protection Officer at Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd, 4 Hillgate Place, London, SW12 9ER, United Kingdom.
8. Disclosures
Information collected on one site may be shared among Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd and other group companies for the purposes outlined above. We may transfer, sell, or assign any of the information described in this policy due to a sale, merger, consolidation, or reorganization of our business.
9. Public Forums, Message Boards, and Blogs
Some sites may offer message boards, blogs, or other user-generated content facilities. Information disclosed in these areas becomes public, and we advise exercising caution when sharing personal information.
10. Data Outside the EEA
Our internet services are globally accessible, which means that the collection and transmission of personal data may occur across different countries. Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd may transfer your personal data to third parties located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure that necessary steps are taken to handle your data securely in accordance with this Privacy Statement.
Who Has Access to Your Information?
Confidentiality and Security of Your Personal Data
We are committed to safeguarding your data and will take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or alteration. However, please note that the transmission of information via the internet is not entirely secure, and while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its security.
We have implemented security policies, rules, and technical measures to protect the personal data we control from unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, unauthorized modification, and accidental loss.
All employees, contractors, and data processors with access to your personal data are required to maintain confidentiality and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than the services they perform on our behalf.
Responsibilities
All personnel working for or with Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd share responsibility for ensuring that data is collected, stored, and handled appropriately. Each team managing personal data must adhere to this policy and data protection principles. The board of directors holds ultimate responsibility for ensuring compliance with legal obligations.
Name of Data Controller
The Data Controller is Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd, which is registered in the UK under the Information Commissioner’s Office and subject to the UK Data Protection Act 1998.
How to Access, Update, and Erase Your Personal Information
If you wish to know whether we hold personal data about you or have inquiries regarding our privacy policy, please contact the Data Protection Officer via:
- Writing to: Data Protection Officer, Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd, 4 Hillgate Place, London, SW12 9ER, UK
- Phone: +44 (0) 20 8673 9666
- Email: privacy@gtreview.com
Upon request, we will provide a readable copy of your personal data. We may require proof of identity and may charge a nominal fee to cover administrative costs.
Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd allows you to challenge the data we hold about you, and where applicable under laws, you have the right to:
- Erase your data;
- Rectify or amend your information;
- Complete any incomplete data.
Disclosing Data for Other Reasons
Under certain circumstances, the Data Protection Act permits the disclosure of personal data to law enforcement agencies without the consent of the data subject. In such cases, Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd will ensure that the request is legitimate, seeking guidance from the board and legal advisors when necessary.
Changes to This Privacy Statement
We may occasionally update this Privacy Statement to reflect new legislation, industry practices, organizational changes, or customer feedback. We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Statement to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.
Providing Information
Exporta Publishing & Events Ltd aims to ensure that individuals are aware of how their data is being processed and understand their rights regarding that data. To this end, we have a privacy statement available upon request and on our website.
Review of This Policy
This Policy is subject to regular review. The last update to this Privacy Statement was made in April 2018.