THE “SELAT ARJUNA” AND “CONTSHIP SUCCESS”

[2000] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 627

COURT OF APPEAL

Before Lord Justice Roch, Lord Justice Clarke and Sir Christopher Slade Sitting with Captain P.G.J. Murison R.N. and Captain P.D.F. Cruickshank, 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.