Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Sep 2025

Exam Question

What is Maritime Lien? How does this lien travel with property? Explain the associated terms “In Rem” and “in personam”. Which convention deals with maritime lien? Give the order of settlement of various debtor’s claims after legal action as per this convention.

Reference Answer

### 1. Definition of Maritime Lien
A Maritime Lien is a privileged legal claim upon maritime property (known as the *res*) to secure a debt or claim arising from a maritime contract or tort. It is a substantive right that is distinct from a mere right to sue.
- **Nature of the Claim**: It is a charge upon the property which is not dependent on possession. The lien is secret, non-registrable, and exists from the moment the event giving rise to the claim occurs.
- **Maritime Res**: The property to which the lien attaches. This can include the vessel itself, its appurtenances (tackle, equipment), cargo, and freight (the earnings from carrying the cargo).

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