The Apportionment of Salvage

The apportionment of salvage refers to the process of dividing the rewards among parties involved in the successful rescue of a ship, cargo, or property from danger, such as a shipwreck. When a ship or its cargo is saved, the salvors (those who performed the rescue) are entitled to compensation based on the value of what was saved. This compensation is then shared among all involved parties, including the ship owners and salvage operators, based on their contributions and the degree of risk they took. The goal is to ensure a fair distribution of rewards for the rescue efforts.