EASE FAITH LTD v LEONIS MARINE MANAGEMENT LTD

[2006] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 673

QUEEN’S BENCH DIVISION (COMMERCIAL COURT)

Before Mr Justice Andrew Smith

Towage - Claimant appointing defendant tug owner to tow vessel from Balboa to China - Defendant entering into agreement with Part 20 defendant tug owner - Vessel delayed in reaching China - Whether defendant in breach of obligation to carry out contract with proper despatch - Defendant denying liability and bringing Part 20 proceedings - Whether claim succeeded - Whether Part 20 defendant liable to defendant.