THE "ATLANTIC STAR"

[1972] 2 Lloyd's Rep. 446

COURT OF APPEAL

Before Lord Dening, M.R., Lord Justice Phillimore and Lord Justice Cairns

Admiralty practice - Stay of proceedings - Lis alibi pendens - Collision in Belgium - Five actions arising out of collision pending against defendants in Antwerp Court - Whether action in rem commenced in England should be stayed - Balance of convenience - Whether action oppressive or vexatious - Whether plaintiff prejudiced or injustice to defendants-International comity-Principles on which discretion should be exercised.