Would the Court seize jurisdiction of the substantive action on the basis of sister ship arrest?
Yes, in cases where sister ship arrest is allowed. Q4. Has the International Convention on Collision Liability 1910 been Ratified? Are there are any other applicable laws or conventions which may affect how limitation applies? No, the Philippines is not a signatory to the said convention. Under Philippine law, the liability of the vessel owner is limited to the value of the vessel and the freightage earned during the voyage. Hence, where the vessel is lost, the liability of the shipowner is extinguished, and no damages could be recovered from him. However, damages may be recovered to the extent of the salvage, or of the freightage received. Further, if the vessel is insured, the amount of the insurance substitutes for the value of the ship and should be applied to the payment of damages. Please note however that the Shipowner cannot limit its liability in the following circumstances: a) if the death, personal injury or loss is due to the shipowner’s fault or negligence, b) where the ve
