the Salvor's lien

A salvor's lien is a legal right that allows a person or company (the salvor) who saves a ship or its cargo from danger to claim a payment. When a salvor successfully helps rescue a vessel or its goods in distress, they can hold a lien, which is a sort of claim, against that property until they are compensated for their efforts. This means the salvor can take possession of the ship or goods until they receive the agreed-upon payment for their services, ensuring they are rewarded for their assistance in emergencies.