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ARTICLE · 14 AUGUST 2013

Failure To File Sea Protest Correctly Can Scupper Your Case

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An article which discusses the "Sea Protest" and its proper form for validity in Malta.

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Adrian Attard
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The following article by Adrian Attard of the Marine Litigation department discusses the "Sea Protest" and its proper form for validity in Malta. The article was carried by the ILO Shipping and Transport newsletter in July 2013. 

Failure to file sea protest correctly can scupper your case

The Maltese flag has established itself as a flag of confidence and a popular choice for many well-reputed shipowners. This is clearly evidenced by the fact that the Maltese registry boasts tonnage of more than 45.6 million gross tons, making it the eighth largest flag in the world and the second largest in Europe. The Maltese flag is flown aboard vessels worldwide. In light of these figures, and bearing in mind that ships at sea will always remain vulnerable to a number of risks, it is probable that Maltese-flagged vessels may become a casualty of some sort from time to time.

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