Maritime Commerce
/ˈmærɪtaɪm ˈkɒmɜːrs/
Definitions
- (n.) Commercial activities and trade conducted on navigable waters, including shipping, navigation, and the transport of goods and passengers by sea.
Maritime commerce is regulated to ensure the safety and security of international shipping.
Forms
- maritime commerce
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Commentary
Maritime commerce encompasses a wide range of activities governed primarily by admiralty law; drafting should clearly distinguish between commercial transactions and regulatory compliance aspects.
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