ABSTRACT
The 1954 Hague Convention makes provision for two types of transport. The first, as specified in Article 12 of the Convention, is governed by conditions which provide that the opposing Party is informed of all relevant details some time in advance of the transfer and international supervision ensured. In this case transport enjoys the same immunity as that afforded to cultural property under special protection. The conditions governing this land of transport are set out in the Regulations for the Execution of the Convention. The second type of transport, as specified in Article 13 of the Convention, covers situations in which it proves impossible to take the steps envisaged in Article 12 and where, for that reason, complete immunity cannot be provided. Both types of transport may, under certain conditions, be entitled to the protection of the distinctive emblem. In both cases, the property is protected against seizure, placing in prize or capture.
