THE "ATLANTIC STAR"

[1972] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 534

QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION(ADMIRALTY COURT)

Before Mr. Justice Brandon

Admiralty practice - Stay of proceedings - Lis alibi pendens - Collision in Belgium - Five actions arising out of collision pending against defendants in Antwerp Court - Whether action in rem commenced in England should be stayed - Balance of convenience - Whether action oppressive or vexatious - Whether plaintiff prejudiced or injustice to defendants - Principles on which discretion should be exercised summarized.