The English High Court in Destin Trading v Saipem SA refused the defendant’s application for a stay of proceedings under Section 9 of the Arbitration Act 1996 on the basis that an exclusive dispute resolution clause in favour...more
The long-awaited Arbitration Act 2025 received royal assent on 24 February 2025, marking the culmination of a multi-year review process led by the Law Commission of England and Wales. The act introduces changes aimed at...more
Following a consultation, the UK government announced it will sign the Singapore Convention, thereby renewing its commitment to international commercial mediation and the United Kingdom’s position as a world-leading center...more
When considering a proper dispute resolution forum for a contractual arrangement between the parties incorporated or operating in different jurisdictions, the parties often tend to prefer international arbitration over...more
The UK Law Commission has announced that it will carry out a review of the Arbitration Act 1996, the principal legislation governing arbitrations in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The Law Commission has stated that its...more