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Marine Insurance Act 1909
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In this Act, unless the contrary intention appears.
Action includes counterclaim and set‑off.
Freight includes the profit derivable by a ship‑owner from the employment of his or her ship to carry his or her own goods or movables, as well as freight payable by a third party, but does not include passage money.
Movables means any movable tangible property, other than the ship, and includes money, valuable securities, and other documents.
Policy means a marine policy.