Article 2Scope

F11

This Directive applies to the seafarers mentioned in this Directive serving on board seagoing ships flying the flag of a Member State with the exception of:

a

warships, naval auxiliaries or other ships owned or operated by a Member State and engaged only on government non-commercial service;

b

fishing vessels;

c

pleasure yachts not engaged in trade;

d

wooden ships of primitive build.

F22

Article 5b applies to seafarers who hold a certificate issued by a Member State, regardless of their nationality.