Madras High Court Decrees Recovery of Port Charges in Favor of Chennai Port Trust Against Vessel Owner for Unpaid Berth Hire and Port Dues Under Major Port Trusts Act, 1963. The court held that the statutory charge under Section 64 of the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963 attaches to the vessel and the purchaser is liable for pre-existing dues, and waiver granted to previous owner is not binding on the plaintiff.
23 Jan 2026The plaintiff, Board of Trustees of the Port of Chennai, filed a suit for recovery of Rs.1,08,84,931/- with interest at 15% per annum from the defenda...
