Merchant Shipping Act, 1894

Part IX.

Wreck and Salvage.

Vessels in Distress.

Definition of “wreck” and “salvage.”

510. In this Part of this Act, unless the context otherwise requires—

(1) The expression “wreck” includes jetsam, flotsam, lagan, and derelict found in or on the shores of the sea or any tidal water:

(2) The expression “salvage” includes all expenses, properly incurred by the salvor in the performance of the salvage services.