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lay system
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A quick definition of lay system:
A lay system is a way of dividing the profits from a fishing trip among the crew members. After the fish are sold, the costs are paid and the shipowner is compensated, the remaining money is split up based on percentages that were agreed upon beforehand. This ensures that everyone on the crew gets a fair share of the profits.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: The lay system is a method used in maritime law where the catch of a fishing vessel is sold either by contract or at an auction. After the costs are paid and the shipowner is compensated, the remaining profits are divided among the crew members based on agreed-upon percentages.
Example: A fishing vessel catches 1000 pounds of fish, which are sold for $10,000. The costs of fuel, equipment, and other expenses are $3000. The shipowner is compensated $2000 for the use of the vessel. The remaining $5000 is divided among the crew members based on the agreed-upon percentages.
The lay system ensures that the crew members are fairly compensated for their work and incentivizes them to work harder to catch more fish. It also provides a way for shipowners to share the risks and rewards of fishing with their crew members.