- Define flag of convenience with reference to principle of “genuine link”?
- “The trade unions that represent seafarers are correct when they say that shipowners who choose to register on flags of convenience are putting seafarers at risk”.
Critically discuss this statement.
- “The practice of shipowners choosing to register their vessels in countries other than the country where the owner is based is so widespread that it clearly has no adverse effects upon anyone.” Critically discuss this statement
- Can the ship be unregistered and what would be consequences? Explain this with reference to case law.
- “Ship registration is not even an absolute requirement so if you really want a flag to fly from the back of your ship then just choose a country that has one with pretty colours on it.” Critically discuss this statement.