THE “SELAT ARJUNA” AND “CONTSHIP SUCCESS”

[1998] 2 Lloyd's Rep. 488

QUEEN’S BENCH DIVISION(ADMIRALTY COURT)

Before Mr. Geoffrey Brice, Q.C. Sitting with Captain Tom Woodfield, O.B.E AND Commodore P. J. Melson, C.B.E. R.N., Nautical Assessors.

Collision - Liability - Vessels initially on starboard to starboard courses - Collision in Arabian Sea off Yemen - Courses steered by vessels - Slow alteration of course by defendants’ vessel - “In sight” rules applicable - Use of ARPA radar system - Sidelights not complying with Collision Regulations - Whether crossing rules applied - Liability for collision - Apportionment of liability.