129. Official log-book to be sent to Superintendent in case of transfer of ship or of loss
Feedback & supportWhere, by reason of transfer of ownership or change of employment of a ship, the official log-book ceases to be required in respect of the ship, the master or owner of the ship shall, if the ship is then in Singapore, within one month, and, if she is elsewhere, within 6 months, after the cessation, deliver or transmit to the Superintendent the official log-book, if any, duly made out to the time of the cessation.
owner
“owner”, used in relation to goods, means every person who is for the time being entitled, either as owner or agent for the owner, to the possession of the goods, subject in the case of a lien, if any, to that lien;
If a ship is lost or abandoned, the master or owner thereof shall, if practicable, and as soon as possible, deliver or transmit to the Superintendent the official log-book, if any, duly made out to the time of the loss or abandonment.
ship
“ship” includes every description of vessel used in navigation not propelled by oars;
Any master or owner of a ship who fails without reasonable cause to comply with this section shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction for each offence to a fine not exceeding $200.[144
master
“master” includes every person, except a pilot, having command or charge of any ship;