GLENCORE INTERNATIONAL A.G. v. RYAN (THE “BEURSGRACHT”) [2001] EWCA Civ 2051

[2002] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 574

COURT OF APPEAL

Before Lord Justice Tuckey and Lord Justice Jonathan Parker

Insurance (Marine) - Charterer’s liability - Declaration - Open cover - Insured claimed in respect of accident which occurred on vessel - Underwriters alleged no timely declaration made in respect of vessel - Whether contract of liability insurance came into effect when vessel chartered by insured.