THE "LOWDOCK" v. EDWARDS. (THE "LADY PHILOMENA.")

(1941) 70 Ll L Rep 133

ADMIRALTY DIVISION.

Before Mr. Justice Hodson, sitting with Captain W. E. Crumplin and Captain R. L. F. Hubbard (Elder Brethren of Trinity House).

Collision-Steering and sailing rules- Vessels in position to pass in safety - Alterations of course - Collision between steam trawler Lowdock and H.M. trawler Lady Philomena in North Sea-Lowdock sunk-Loss of 11 of crew of 12-Whether vessels meeting end on or in position to pass in safety green to green - Starboarding by Lowdock-Porting by Lady Philomena followed subsequently by "full astern" on engines-Contact between stem of Lady Philomena and port side aft of Lowdock-Manoeuvres by Lady Philomena-Agony of collision -Discussion on apportionment of costs.