Demurrage

Alphapoint Shipping Ltd v Rotem Amfert Negev Ltd (The Agios Dimitrios) [2004] EWHC 2232 (Comm)

Vessel commenced discharging after notice of readiness accepted following superficial inspection – Holds subsequently found to be contaminated by previous cargo residues – Owners claiming demurrage – Whether owners in breach of charter – Whether charterers estopped from asserting breach – Arbitration – Whether arbitrators’ award should be remitted for serious irregularity