Definitions for "Maritime lien"
Keywords:  privilege, salvor, ship, bunkers, buoys
A claim by one person on the boat of another for payment of a debt. Maritime liens do not need to be written and filed to be legal and are effective immediately upon completion of work by a mechanic, salvor, or other service provider.
The claim a master and crew has on the vessel for the payment of wages due.
ee " General Average Security" and " Lien." Marks Indications on a lead line showing the depth of the water. Buoys or other navigation aids marking a channel or obstruction. Letters, numbers or symbols placed on packages for identification.