Malaysia legislation
Section 85
Seksyen 85
(2)
If the seafarer employment contract has been made for a specified period of time, the contract is terminated when the time has expired unless otherwise terminated in accordance with this Part.
(3)
If the seafarer employment contract has been made for an indefinite period, the notice for early termination of a seafarer employment contract shall be given by the seafarer or the owner not less than fourteen days from the date on which such termination will take effect.
(4)
Notwithstanding subsection (3), a notice of less than fourteen days may be given, without penalty, for compassionate or urgent reasons or in other circumstances as may be determined by the
Director of Marine.
Ordinan Perkapalan Saudagar (Pindaan)
(5)
If the seafarer employment contract has been made for a voyage, the contract shall include—
(a)
the port of destination; and
(b)
the time of expiry after arrival before the seafarer should be discharged.
Termination of contract without notice.