THE "ASSUNZIONE."

[1953] 2 Lloyd's Rep. 716

COURT OF APPEAL.

Before Lord Justice Singleton, Lord Justice Birkett and Lord Justice Hodson.

Conflict of laws - Contract of affreightment - Proper law-Law of flag-Lex loci contractus -Charter-party on English form signed in Paris - Shipment by charterers (French Government agency) at French port in Italian vessel for delivery to Italian consignees at Italian port - Bills of lading in French language-Freight and demurrage to be paid in Italy in Italian currency - Claim by charterers in respect of damage and short delivery of cargo-Dispute as to law applicable -Presumed intention of parties-Matters to be taken into consideration.