A recent case (1) has thrown up some interesting comments from the Admiralty Registrar and serves as a reminder that the Court procedure in relation to admiralty claims can be a minefield. The facts of the case are not material save that the position was not helped by... Read more >
It’s not usual to see a cargo claim go all the way to the Supreme Court. Most cargo claims are settled well before they get to Court. However, from time to time, the facts giving rise to the claim raise important legal principles. One such case is Volcafe v CSAV(1)... Read more >
This question came up in a recent case before Knowles J.* Upon completion of loading, the Aconcagua Bay was unable to depart from the berth due to damage to a bridge and lock gates. The owners claimed damages for delay relying on the “always accessible” warranty in... Read more >
Those who regularly follow our blog will be aware of our article in March 2017 when we discussed the three biggest mistakes that Owners can make when they have a demurrage claim. Number one on that list was missing the time bar. The recent case of Lukoil Asia Pacific... Read more >
In the case of Rosgosstrakh Ltd v Yapi Kredi Finansal Kiralama AO & Another [2017] EWHC 3377 (Comm), the Court considered whether the claimant’s name could be amended in a claim form after expiry of the limitation period, pursuant to CPR 17.4 or CPR 19.5. In... Read more >