Syria – Private Ship Agents

Until recently Shipco had a monopoly for ship agency in Syria. However, this monopoly has now been relaxed and the establishment of private agencies is, subject to certain conditions, now allowed. Subject to what is stated below, Owners may appoint their own agents for their vessels’ calls and, where they do so, Owners and their Clubs are no longer required to deal through Shipco for resolution of their problems locally. (Previously, as a result of the monopoly, any steps to be taken on behalf of foreign Owners had to be done through Shipco.)

Entitlement and Method of Establishment

Establishing and Manning Private Agencies

Advantages / Disadvantages / Difficulties

Negotiating Individual Terms

Security of Funds

Customs Fines

Arrest

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