(1) Where collision occurs between seagoing ships or between a seagoing ship and a ship of inland navigation, the provisions of this Section shall apply to compensation for damage in relation to a ship, or goods, or persons on board, on whatever waters the collision takes place.
(2) The term "collision of ships" in this Section means that two or more ships in their operation, by an act of commission or omission, cause damage to ships involved, to another ship, or persons or goods on board, and shall not inquire whether a direct contact has arisen.[This Article Wholly Amended by Act No. 8581, Aug. 3, 2007]