Last updated: September 11, 2025
These terms of service govern your use of our website and specialized engineering services provided by MBDH.
Service Engagement Requirement
IMPORTANT: We operate a professional consulting business that requires direct client communication. We do not provide services without prior contact and consultation.
To engage our services, you must:
- Contact us directly via email at [email protected]
- Provide clear project requirements and scope
- Participate in initial consultation (phone/video call)
- Execute formal service agreements before work begins
Without your direct contact, we have no way to know about your project needs or provide our services.
1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our services.
These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services.
2. About Our Services
Service Overview
MBDH provides specialized engineering and consulting services in critical technology sectors, including but not limited to:
- Autonomous Systems: Development and integration of unmanned and semi-autonomous systems for complex applications
- Civil Protection & Defense: Specialized engineering services for security, protection and defense applications
- Concept Development: Feasibility studies, assessments and comprehensive construction solutions
- Software Development: Custom software solutions for technical and industrial applications
- Consulting & Analysis: Comprehensive engineering and consulting services for strategic decisions
- Training & Presentations: Knowledge transfer through professional presentations and specialized courses
Note: Our services often involve sensitive technical information and may require security clearances or confidentiality agreements depending on the project nature.
3. Service Terms and Conditions
3.1 Project Engagement
- Initial Contact Required: You must contact us directly via email to discuss your project needs
- Consultation Process: Initial consultation (phone/video call) is mandatory before any engagement
- Written Agreements: All projects require a written agreement or contract before work begins
- Clear Scope Definition: Project scope, timeline, and deliverables will be clearly defined and agreed upon
- Change Management: Changes to project scope may result in additional costs and timeline adjustments
- Client Cooperation: Active client participation and timely provision of required information is essential
- Confidentiality: Confidentiality agreements may be required for sensitive projects
- Security Clearances: Some defense or civil protection projects may require appropriate security clearances
3.2 Payment Terms
- Invoices are payable within 30 days unless otherwise agreed
- Late payments may incur interest charges as permitted by law
- All prices are quoted in EUR and exclude applicable taxes unless stated otherwise
- Payment terms for specific projects will be detailed in individual contracts
3.3 Intellectual Property & Confidentiality
- Client Ownership: Client retains ownership of their proprietary information and materials
- Deliverables: Custom deliverables created specifically for the client become client property upon full payment
- Our IP: We retain rights to our general methodologies, know-how, and pre-existing intellectual property
- Strict Confidentiality: All confidential information will be protected according to applicable confidentiality agreements
- Defense/Security Projects: Special handling procedures apply for classified or sensitive information
- Technical Knowledge: General engineering knowledge and methodologies learned remain our intellectual property
3.4 Professional Standards
- Engineering Standards: All work performed according to applicable engineering standards and best practices
- Quality Assurance: Comprehensive review and testing procedures for all deliverables
- Professional Ethics: Services provided according to professional engineering ethics and codes
- Compliance: Adherence to relevant regulations, especially for defense and civil protection projects
4. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Maintain confidentiality of any login credentials
- Use our services only for lawful purposes
- Respect intellectual property rights
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
5. Prohibited Uses
You may not use our services to:
- Violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
- Transmit harmful, threatening, or offensive content
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
- Collect or harvest personal information from other users
- Use our services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
6. Limitation of Liability
Important Legal Notice:
Service Limitation: Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We strive for accuracy and quality but cannot guarantee that our services will be error-free or uninterrupted.
Liability Cap: Our total liability for any claims arising from our services shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for the specific service giving rise to the claim.
Excluded Damages: We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits or data.
Professional Standards: Our services are performed according to generally accepted professional engineering standards and practices.
7. Confidentiality
Mutual Confidentiality
We understand that our work may involve confidential and proprietary information. We commit to:
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all client information
- Use confidential information only for the intended project purposes
- Implement appropriate security measures to protect sensitive data
- Not disclose confidential information to unauthorized third parties
- Return or destroy confidential materials upon project completion
8. Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, government actions, or technical failures of third-party services.
9. Termination
9.1 Termination by Either Party
- Either party may terminate ongoing services with reasonable notice
- Termination does not affect obligations that have already accrued
- All outstanding invoices remain due and payable
- Confidentiality obligations survive termination
9.2 Immediate Termination
We may immediately terminate or suspend access to our services if you breach these terms or engage in prohibited activities.
10. Governing Law and Disputes
German Law Applies
These terms are governed by German law. Any disputes arising from or relating to these terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Berlin, Germany.
Alternative Dispute Resolution: We encourage resolving disputes through direct communication. If needed, we are open to mediation or arbitration as alternatives to litigation.
11. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.
Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. For ongoing projects, existing contracts will govern until completion unless otherwise agreed.
12. Severability
If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. Invalid provisions will be replaced with valid provisions that achieve the same economic purpose.
13. Contact Information
Questions about these terms? Please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address:
MBDH UG (haftungsbeschränkt)Friedenstraße 12
16341 Panketal
Germany