Last updated: 16 April 2026
1. What this policy covers
This Cookie Policy explains how Force Dredging Systems U.K. Limited uses cookies and similar technologies on fdsukltd.co.uk.
2. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work properly and can also be used to remember preferences, improve performance, and collect information about how visitors use a site. The ICO describes cookies this way and says organisations must give clear information and obtain consent for non-essential cookies.
3. Types of cookies we may use
We may use the following categories of cookies:
Strictly necessary cookies
These are required for the website to function properly. They may be used for core features such as page navigation, security, form handling, load balancing, and cookie preference storage. These cookies do not usually require consent where they are genuinely necessary for the service.
Performance and analytics cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users encounter errors. These cookies are only used where appropriate consent has been given. UK guidance says analytics cookies are not generally treated as strictly necessary.
Functionality cookies
These remember choices you make, such as language or region, and help improve your experience.
Third-party cookies
Some content or tools on the website may come from third parties, such as embedded media, maps, analytics providers, or social media tools. These services may set their own cookies if enabled on the site.
4. Legal basis for using cookies
We rely on:
- legitimate interests for strictly necessary cookies where they are needed to run the website properly
- consent for non-essential cookies, including analytics, functionality, advertising, and other optional third-party cookies
5. How we get consent
Where non-essential cookies are used, they should only be placed after you have given consent through the website’s cookie banner or preference tool. CookieYes provides tools to scan cookies, categorise them, and publish a cookie policy that can be updated as the site changes.
6. How to manage cookies
You can usually manage cookies in the following ways:
- by using the cookie banner or preference centre on our website
- by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
- by changing your consent choices at any time
Please note that blocking some cookies may affect how the website works.
7. Cookie categories table
Use this table on the live page. Once you run CookieYes, replace the examples below with the exact cookies detected on the site.
Strictly necessary cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieyes-consent | fdsukltd.co.uk | Stores the user’s cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| csrf/session cookies | fdsukltd.co.uk | Helps protect forms and core website functions | Session |
Analytics cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics reporting | 2 years |
| ga* | Google Analytics | Persists session state for analytics | Up to 2 years |
Functionality cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| preference cookies | fdsukltd.co.uk or third party | Remembers user choices and settings | Varies |
Third-party cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| embedded content cookies | relevant provider | Supports third-party content such as maps, video or media embeds | Varies |
8. Third-party services
If we use third-party services on this website, those providers may place cookies on your device and process personal data under their own privacy policies. This can apply to services such as:
- analytics platforms
- video or media embeds
- maps
- spam protection tools
- social media widgets
- consent management tools
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the website, the cookies we use, or legal requirements. The latest version will always be published on this page.