Interpretation and application

(1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires, “Harbour Master” means the person performing the duties of Harbour Master under the Harbours and Merchant Shipping Act, Cap. 234; “Port Authority” means the Belize Port Authority established under the Belize Port Authority Act, Cap. 233; “Receiver” means a Receiver of wrecks appointed under section 3; “ship” includes every description of vessel used in navigation not propelled by oars only; “wreck” includes jetsam, flotsam, lagan and derelict found in or on the shore of the sea of any tidal water. (2) This Act shall not apply to any abandoned wreck as defined in the Abandoned Wreck Act, Cap. 235. 6