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The "Hyundai Fortune" [2004] SGHC 45
The court refused to stay proceedings in favour of a foreign jurisdiction clause because the claimant demonstrated strong cause, including the lack of an arguable defence by the defendants and the strong connection of the dispute to Singapore.
The "Sunrise Crane" [2003] SGHC 291
This case establishes that vessel owners transporting dangerous goods owe a duty of care to third parties. Owners must provide reasonable warnings regarding the nature of the cargo, especially when the risks are not obvious to those coming into contact with it.
The "Antares V" [2001] SGHC 198
The court held that the renewal of an admiralty writ may be granted where there is a good reason, and that ongoing negotiations between parties can constitute such a reason, with the overriding consideration being the balance of justice between the parties.
PT GE Astra Finance v The Owners of the Ship or Vessel "Pioneer Glory" [2001] SGHC 156
The court affirmed that damages for wrongful detention of goods should aim at restitutio in integrum, compensating the claimant for losses that are reasonably foreseeable, including interest on loans necessitated by the detention.
Toptip Holding Pte Ltd v Mercuria Energy Trading Pte Ltd [2016] SGHC 173
The court held that the 'Subject Review' clause in the charterparty negotiations was a condition precedent to the formation of a binding contract, and that the defendant had not waived this right of review.