Ordre du Mérite Maritime

The Ordre du Mérite Maritime (Order of Maritime Merit) is a French order established on 9 February 1930 for services rendered by the seafarers to distinguish the risks involved and the services rendered by seamen; stressed over the importance of the economic role of the Merchant Navy to the country. The order was reorganized in 1948, and again by decree on 17 January 2002.

Categories

 * Merchant marine crew, civilian administrators, and the crews of lifeboats and rescues
 * Naval military personnel
 * Individuals who have distinguished themselves in maritime field