TIOXIDE EUROPE LTD v CGU INTERNATIONAL PLC

[2006] Lloyd's Rep IR 31

COURT OF APPEAL

Before Lord Justice Ward, Lord Justice Tuckey and Lord Justice Keene

Insurance (product liability) - Excess policies incorporating terms of first layer policy - Supply of pigment which caused “pinking” when used in pvc door and window frames - Excess policies containing loss notification option in respect of claims made against assured and notified to primary layer insurers - Notice to be given to excess layer insurers - Fax sent by assured to brokers - Whether loss notification option complied with.