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The Freccia del Nord
[1989] 1 Lloyd's Rep 388
Key Principle
Admiralty in rem jurisdiction depends on the presence of the ship (or a sister ship) within the jurisdiction; the court cannot assume jurisdiction over a ship not within territorial waters.
Area of Law
Admiralty — in rem jurisdiction
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