AGREEMENT FOR USE OF FISH PROCESSING UNIT

 

AGREEMENT FOR USE OF FISH PROCESSING UNIT

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This Agreement is made on this [___] day of [Month], [Year],

Between:

[Owner’s Name / Company],
Registered Address: [Address],
Contact: [Phone, Email],
(hereinafter referred to as the “Owner”)

AND

[User’s Name / Company],
Registered Address: [Address],
Contact: [Phone, Email],
(hereinafter referred to as the “User”)

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1. Purpose

The Owner agrees to grant the User access to and use of the fish processing unit located at [Address / Location], solely for processing fish and related seafood products, subject to the terms and conditions below.

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2. Term of Agreement

This Agreement shall be valid from [Start Date] to [End Date], unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement.

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3. Scope of Use

• The User shall use the fish processing unit exclusively for [describe permitted activities, e.g., cleaning, cutting, freezing, packaging of fish].

• The User shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including food safety (FSSAI, HACCP), environmental, and labor laws.

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4. Access and Operation Hours

• Access to the unit will be granted during [Days and Hours, e.g., Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM].

• Any use outside these hours requires prior written permission from the Owner.

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5. Fees and Payment

• The User shall pay the Owner a usage fee of [Amount] per [day/month/production cycle].

• Payment terms: [e.g., monthly in advance / within 15 days of invoice].

• Additional costs such as utilities, consumables, maintenance charges (if any) shall be borne by [specify party].

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6. Maintenance and Repairs

• The Owner is responsible for routine maintenance of machinery and facility infrastructure.

• The User shall immediately report any damage or malfunction and shall be liable for damage caused by negligence or misuse.

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7. Quality and Compliance

• The User must maintain hygiene and safety standards and ensure all processed fish meet applicable regulatory standards.

• The User shall keep all records necessary for regulatory inspections and provide access to Owner upon request.

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8. Liability and Indemnity

• The User agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Owner against any claims, damages, or losses arising from the User’s use of the facility.

• The Owner shall not be liable for any loss of product, profit, or other damages incurred by the User.

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9. Termination

• Either party may terminate this Agreement by giving [30/60] days written notice.

• Immediate termination is allowed if either party breaches material terms or violates laws.

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10. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to keep confidential any business information or trade secrets accessed or shared during the term of this Agreement.

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11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [State/Country].

• Disputes shall be resolved by mutual negotiation, failing which they shall be referred to arbitration under [Specify Arbitration Rules].

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12. Miscellaneous

• This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between parties regarding the use of the fish processing unit.

• Amendments must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

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Signatures

Owner:

Name: ____________________
Designation: _______________
Signature: _________________
Date: _____________________

User:

Name: ____________________
Designation: _______________
Signature: _________________
Date: _____________________