Beluga Shipping GmbH v Suzlon Energy Ltd (No 4)

Beluga Shipping GmbH was engaged in a legal dispute with Suzlon Energy Ltd and others, with the case being heard by the Federal Court of Australia. The dispute involved the enforcement of a freezing order against Manning Limited, a Bahamian company, to prevent the dissipation of assets related to the litigation. The Suzlon Parties sought several orders, including permission to file a notice of motion, ex parte orders, and the addition of Manning Limited as a cross-defendant. The court granted these requests and issued a penal notice and freezing order against Manning Limited, prohibiting the disposal or diminution of assets up to AUD$26,000,000. The freezing order was set to expire on 5 February 2010, with a further hearing scheduled for that date. The court also allowed the Suzlon Parties to serve the necessary documents out of jurisdiction and directed that Manning Limited be provided with specific materials related to the motion. The order included provisions for compensation, disclosure, and the potential discharge of the freezing order under certain conditions. The costs of the application were reserved for determination at the next hearing.