Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 8 August 2025

1. Introduction

These Terms & Conditions govern your use of this website, esaphilab.nl (“the Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, you should not use the Site.

2. Purpose of the Site

The Site is provided for the purpose of:

Submitting proposals or information in relation to ESA-affiliated projects or initiatives.
Providing information about our activities, events, and services.
Allowing visitors to contact us via email or web forms.

3. User Responsibilities

When using the Site, you agree to:

Provide accurate and complete information in all forms and submissions.
Not use the Site for unlawful purposes, including transmitting harmful or illegal content.
Not attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site, its servers, or related systems.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on the Site (including text, graphics, logos, and layout) is owned by or licensed to ESA Phi-Lab and is protected by applicable copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or adapt any content without prior written permission.

5. Submitted Content

By submitting information or documents via the Site:

You remain the owner of your submitted content.
You grant us the right to process the information for the purposes stated in our Privacy Policy.
You confirm that your submission does not infringe the rights of third parties.

You acknowledge that evaluation decisions are final and non-negotiable, except in cases of verifiable unfair treatment, conflict of interest, or procedural breach. This clause reflects ESA’s standard rules for competitive tenders and open calls, where decisions are not subject to appeal unless clear irregularities are shown.

6. Privacy & Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, including the use of Google Analytics and cookies. By using the Site, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

7. Disclaimer of Liability

We make every effort to ensure that the information on the Site is accurate and up to date, but we make no guarantees. We are not liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from your use of the Site, including technical issues, downtime, or data loss.

8. External Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those external sites.

9. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

10. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Netherlands. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Netherlands.

Contact Information
ESA Phi-Lab
Kapteynstraat 1, 2201 BB Noordwijk, The Netherlands
Email: r.vanderpoel@sbicnoordwijk.nl
Phone: +31 712020307