- A dispute arose from a contract for the sale of ships between Hapag-Lloyd (Respondent) and Damon Compania Naviera S.A. (Appellant). Raftopoulos Brothers were involved in negotiating the sale. - The arbitrator found a binding contract was formed on July 8th when sale terms were agreed. However, Appellant argued no contract as no memorandum was signed and deposit not paid. - The court rejected these arguments and found a valid contract. It also found the contract was binding on Appellant through novation when Brothers nominated them. - Respondent was entitled to damages for unpaid deposit under the contract terms. This right was not affected when