Brussels, 13/06/2007 (Agence Europe) - On 13 June, the European Commission agreed to the extension of Belgian exemptions from social security contributions, introduced at the start of 2000 and extended in 2003, in the maritime transport and dredging sectors. This extension will allow Belgian shipowners to cope better with competition from vessels registered under flags of convenience. The Commission takes the view that the aid in question is compatible with Community guidelines on state aid...