Case Note: On exclusivity: English Jurisdiction Clause in Bill of Lading Hin-Pro International Logistics Ltd v Compania Sud Americana de Vapores SA [2015] EWCA Civ 401

The claimant, was a Chilean incorporated company Compania Sud Americana de Vapores SA (CSAV). The defendant was a freight forwarder registered in Hong Kong: Hin-Pro International Logistics Ltd (Hi-Pro). A dispute had risen between the parties as to whether or not bills of lading were subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.