Questione giuridica chiave
Who bears the costs of the interim-measures proceedings when the applicant does not prosecute the main action and the measures lapse?
Decisione estratta
The costs of the interim-measures proceedings may be charged to the respondent even if the main action is not brought and the interim measures lapse.
Motivazione estratta
The court held that the interim-measures proceeding is a separate proceeding ending in a final decision. The applicant had achieved its practical aim through the interim relief, the respondent’s offer had been removed, and there was no reason to force a main action merely for costs purposes. Article 104(3) CPC allows a different final cost allocation, and the result of the proceedings justified placing the costs on the respondent.