THE OWNERS OF THE VESSEL “SAKIZAYA KALON” v THE OWNERS OF THE VESSEL “PANAMAX ALEXANDER”

[2021] Lloyd's Rep Plus 45

QUEEN’S BENCH DIVISION (ADMIRALTY COURT)

Before Mr Justice Teare (sitting with Captain Nigel Hope and Commodore William Walworth, Elder Brethren of Trinity House, as Nautical Assessors)

Collision action – Convoy of eight vessels transiting Suez Canal – First vessel suffering engine problem and anchoring – Following vessels taking steps to moor – Eighth vessel colliding with anchored seventh vessel – Both vessels subsequently colliding with anchored and moored sixth vessel – Liability for collisions.