Tropical Product Sales, SA v. Suisse-Outremer Reederei, AG (The “Liberty”) – SMA No. 3382, 18 Aug 1997

VEGOILVOY -- PORT -- CARGO -- CUSTOMS -- SHORE TANK -- CUSTOMS -- Owner Award As is customary discharge procedure for the port, the Owners discharged cargo under customs control. However, the Charterers found the shore tank empty and demanded reimbursement for the improper discharge of cargo to customs officials.