This policy covers the website intel.forthimpex.co.uk and explains how Forth Import Export Ltd collects, uses, and protects your personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Who We Are
The data controller is Forth Import Export Ltd, a company registered in Scotland (Company No. SC880666), with its registered office at Stirling Enterprise Park, John Player Building, Stirling FK7 7RP.
Forth Trading Intelligence is a trading division of Forth Import Export Ltd. For any data-related enquiries, contact us at intel@forthimpex.co.uk.
What Data We Collect
We collect personal data only when you actively provide it to us through one of the following:
Newsletter Subscription
When you subscribe to the Forth Briefing, we collect your name and email address.
Contact & Research Enquiries
When you submit an enquiry via our contact form, we collect your name, email address, the nature of your enquiry, and your message.
We do not collect sensitive personal data, payment information, or data from minors.
How We Use Your Data
- Newsletter delivery — to send you the Forth Briefing and related market analysis you subscribed to receive
- Responding to enquiries — to reply to research or advisory enquiries you submit via the contact form
- List management — subscriber data is stored in Brevo to manage newsletter delivery
Lawful basis for newsletter data: consent. Lawful basis for enquiry data: legitimate interests. We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.
Third Parties We Share Data With
Formspree
Enquiry form submissions are processed by Formspree Inc. (USA), which transmits your submission to us by email. Formspree is GDPR-compliant and operates under standard contractual clauses. Formspree Privacy Policy ↗
Brevo
Newsletter subscriber data is stored and managed by Brevo SAS (France), a GDPR-compliant provider processing data within the EU. Brevo Privacy Policy ↗
Google Fonts
This site loads fonts from Google Fonts, which may log your IP address. Google Privacy Policy ↗
Substack
Articles displayed on this site are fetched via Substack's RSS feed. No personal data is shared with Substack through this integration.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with any third party for marketing purposes.
How Long We Keep Your Data
- Newsletter subscribers — retained until you unsubscribe via the link in any email we send
- Enquiry submissions — retained for up to 12 months from submission, or until the matter is resolved
Your Rights
Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or port your personal data, and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise any right, contact intel@forthimpex.co.uk. We will respond within 30 days.
You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.
Cookie Policy
This website does not set first-party cookies. The following third-party services may set cookies when you visit:
| Service | Purpose | Type | Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Fonts | Caches font files for faster loading | Functional | |
| Formspree | Session cookie to prevent spam on the contact form | Functional | Formspree |
| Brevo | May set tracking cookies via email links | Analytics | Brevo |
| Substack | RSS feed fetch — no cookies set on your device | None | Substack |
To block or delete cookies, configure your browser settings. This may affect contact form functionality.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The "last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes.
Contact Us
- Email: intel@forthimpex.co.uk
- Post: Forth Import Export Ltd, Stirling Enterprise Park, John Player Building, Stirling FK7 7RP
- Company No.: SC880666 (Registered in Scotland)