INCORPORATED GENERAL INSURANCES LTD. v. A.R. SHOOTER T/A SHOOTER’S FISHERIES (THE “MORNING STAR”)

[1987] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 401

SOUTH AFRICASUPREME COURT(APPELLATE DIVISION)

Before Rabie, C.J., Jansen, Viljoen, Van Heerden, JJ.A. and Galgut A.J.A.

Insurance (Marine) - Hull and War risks insurance - South African fishing trawler arrested in Mozambique waters - Owners unable to pay fine - Vessel sold - Whether vessel a total and or constructive loss - Proper law of contract - Interpretation of risks clause - Whether loss of vessel caused by arrest - Whether insurers liable - South Africa.