Global Arbitration News

Swiss Arbitration Summit 2026
2026-01-14 08:00 - 2026-01-16 17:00 UTC | Geneva, Switzerland
The Swiss Arbitration Summit, now in its second year, aims to be more than just a conference. It is a 5-day event designed to shape the future of arbitration in collaboration with arbitration institutions and professionals from all over the world, attracting global practitioners to our beautiful country. The schedule includes three days at the Kongresshaus Zurich, followed by a two-day weekend in the Swiss Alps at the Mountain Plaza Hotel in Davos.

From Rules to Reality: ICC Expedited Arbitration in Practice
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:00 | Geneva, Switzerland
Now in its third year, the 2026 edition will be hosted at the Intercontinental Hotel in Geneva, offering a platform for insightful discussions, networking and thought leadership that will shape the future of dispute resolution. As part of the experience, attendees can also enjoy a weekend in the Swiss Alps, filled with fun, networking, and outdoor activities – an informal extension of the summit to foster connections in a relaxed, scenic setting

SIAC-Ciarb Debate 2026
2026-01-14 17:00 - 19:30 | Singapore, Singapore
The event SIAC-Ciarb Debate 2026 is organised by Singapore International Arbitration Centre on 14 January 2026.

Growing a Generation of Peacebuilders – Peer Mediation in Practice
2026-01-16 | Washington DC, USA
The event Growing a Generation of Peacebuilders – Peer Mediation in Practice is organised by the Mediators Beyond Boarders International on 16 January 2026.

Swiss Arbitration Summit 2026 - Valais
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-18 | Valais, Switzerland
The Swiss Arbitration Summit brings together global experts and professionals to explore the latest developments in arbitration. Now in its third year, the 2026 edition will be hosted at the Intercontinental Hotel in Geneva, offering a platform for insightful discussions, networking and thought leadership that will shape the future of dispute resolution. As part of the experience, attendees can also enjoy a weekend in the Swiss Alps, filled with fun, networking, and outdoor activities – an informal extension of the summit to foster connections in a relaxed, scenic setting.

SIAC-IADRC Event: A Practitioner’s Guide to the SIAC Rules 2025
2026-01-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Singapore, Singapore
The event SIAC-IADRC Event: A Practitioner’s Guide to the SIAC Rules 2025 is organised by Singapore International Arbitration Centre on 16 January 2026.

Litigation Network - Dispute Prevention & ADR Subcommittee Meeting
2026-01-20 - 2026-01-21 | Online, USA
This community is dedicated to advancing awareness and practical understanding of Dispute Prevention and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) strategies. As corporate counsel, we are uniquely positioned to influence how our organizations approach conflict, shifting from reactive litigation to proactive prevention and efficient resolution.

The Most Important Government Contract Cases of 2025
2026-01-21 | Online, USA
Join the PCL Contract Claims and Disputes Resolution Committee for an overview of the most notable government contract dispute decisions of 2025.

Women and Diversity Committee Meeting
2026-01-22 | Online, USA
Join the DR Section Women and Diversity Committee for an inspiring lunchtime conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership and forging your own path in the legal and dispute resolution fields. Instead of waiting for a seat at the table, our speakers have built their own from winemaking to executive coaching.

14th ITA-IEL-ICC Joint Conference on International Energy Arbitration - Houston
2026-01-22 - 2026-01-23 | Houston, USA
The 1½-day ITA-IEL-ICC Joint Conference is presented annually in Houston with the support of other leading regional and global arbitration organizations. The Joint Conference traditionally includes a year-in-review analysis of key developments in international energy arbitration practice during the preceding year, panels and debates concerning these developments, a Young Arbitrators Roundtable and a variety of social networking activities.

New Resources for Employment Dispute Resolution
2026-01-22 12:30 - 13:30 | Online, USA
In 2025, CPR published its new Employment Dispute Resolution Program Template and Model Employment Mediation and Arbitration Agreement. Join us for a discussion of these new resources and how employers can use them to create or update mediation and arbitration programs for employment disputes.

Review of Key Arbitration Developments and Decisions in 2025: Singapore and United Kingdom (Virtual Edition)
2026-01-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Singapore, Singapore
The event Review of Key Arbitration Developments and Decisions in 2025: Singapore and United Kingdom (Virtual Edition) is organised by Singapore International Arbitration Centre on 22 January 2026.

Keeping the Faith: the role of good and bad faith in IP disputes
2026-01-22 18:00 - 19:30 | London, United Kingdom
In this event we will discuss the wide and varies role of faith within IP law, which can be a basis for invalidation of trade mark rights (under Article 3(6) of the Trade Marks Act 1994, as considered by the Supreme Court in SkyKick v Sky [2024] UKSC 36); to avoid limitations on entitlement claims (EU Regulation 6/2002, Article 15(3); similarly in different language Patents Act 1977, s 37(9)); to continue acts under a patent (Patents Act 1977, ss64 and 20B(4)); to restrict relief for patent infringement (Patents Act 1977, ss62(3) and 63(2), which were before the court in Dyson v SharkNinja); and for an obligation to enter into an “interim licence” (ETSI IPR policy, clause 6.1).

ICC Advanced Arbitration Academy in Eastern Europe - Application - Workshop 3-4 - Bratislava, Slovakia
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-24 | Bratislava, Slovakia
The ICC Advanced Arbitration Academy is a comprehensive and practice-oriented professional training programme tailored for experienced arbitration practitioners who are interested in pursuing a career as an arbitrator.

Streamlining Dispute Resolution through Artificial Intelligence
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, USA
In today’s “big data” landscape, one of the biggest challenges in conducting efficient investigations or resolving disputes is the sheer volume of potentially relevant electronic documents. In many matters, collecting, processing, and reviewing this data can account for 60%–70% of a company’s total legal spend. Adding to the complexity, a meaningful assessment of the merits often isn’t possible until document discovery is complete.

ICC Art & Arbitration
2026-01-23 13:30 - 16:00 | Singapore, Singapore
ICC Art & Arbitration event takes place during the week of the Art SG 2026 and aims to bring together art lovers and enthusiasts amongst legal community in Singapore and the wider Asia Pacific region. Taking place at the atmospheric Whitestone Gallery, a panel discussion featuring esteemed Speakers in both art and dispute resolution fields will touch upon different types of legal issues which may arise in the art industry and how these are best resolved. A teatime networking round to (re-)connect with peers and colleagues across art and legal industries in the new year within artistic surroundings will follow the panel discussion.

"Meet the Committees" Webinar Series: Business and Corporate Litigation Committee
2026-01-26 | Online, USA
Join us for the next installment of our “Meet the Committees” webinar series, spotlighting the Business and Corporate Litigation Committee. This 60-minute session, led by the Law Student Committee, is designed for law students and young lawyers interested in learning what it’s really like to practice business and corporate litigation.

DIS Frankfurt: Enforcement, Declaration of Enforceability and Annulment of Arbitral Awards
2026-01-26 | Frankfurt am Main, Germany
We cordially invite you to the fifth meeting of the DIS Frankfurt Regional Group on January 26, 2026. Under the theme ” Enforcement, Declaration of Enforceability and Setting Away Arbitral Awards, ” we will discuss current issues in case law and practice.

Oral advocacy, cross examination and the emergence of AI in dispute resolution
2026-01-26 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The event Oral advocacy, cross examination and the emergence of AI in dispute resolution is organised by International Bar Association on 26 January 2026.

14th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-27 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The event 14th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration is organised by International Chamber of Commerce from 26 – 27 January 2026.

Forum on Complex International Disputes Involving CEE and Central Asia
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-27 | London, United Kingdom
Join top-tier solicitors, barristers, corporate counsel, arbitrators and members of the bench for a dynamic, results-driven two-day conference that stands apart from the rest.

2026 ILS Americas Conference
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-28 | Mexico City, Mexico
The Americas Conference in Mexico City will bring together ABA International Law Section members and distinguished guests at the Hyatt Regency Mexico City Hotel in the beautiful neighborhood of Polanco.

Litigation Strategy: Basics & Hot Topics
2026-01-27 11:30 - 13:30 | Online, USA
The event Litigation Strategy: Basics & Hot Topics is organised by the Association of Corporate Counsel on 27 January 2026.

Webinar 7 - Developments in the Arbitration Landscape: The Iberian perspective
2026-01-27 15:30 - 16:30 | United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Join Ciarb’s European Branch for a series of virtual seminars delivered by experienced international arbitration experts. These professionals will lead you through specific procedural and substantive challenges from a comparative viewpoint of our three Iberian countries (Portugal, Andorra and Spain), providing valuable insights and techniques.

Campaign for Greener Arbitrations - Arbitrator Roundtable
2026-01-28 | Online, USA
The Campaign for Greener Arbitrations: The Green Pledge and its North America Committee are dedicated to promoting environmentally-friendly practices in the arbitration industry.

IBA Arb40 Symposium: Navigating new frontiers: Technology, geopolitics and enforcement in arbitration
2026-01-28 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The event IBA Arb40 Symposium: Navigating new frontiers: Technology, geopolitics and enforcement in arbitration is organised by International Bar Association on 28 January 2026.

27th Annual IBA Arbitration Day Conference: “New Horizons”: focusing on the influence of new technologies, sectors and geographies on the future of human living and the evolution of International Arbitration
2026-01-28 - 2026-01-29 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The event 27th Annual IBA Arbitration Day Conference: “New Horizons”: focusing on the influence of new technologies, sectors and geographies on the future of human living and the evolution of International Arbitration is organised by International Bar Association on 28 – 29 January 2026.

DIS40 Stuttgart Pre-Moot 2026
2026-01-29 | Stuttgart, Germany
The DIS40 Stuttgart regional group will again be organizing its traditional practice moot court sessions in 2026 to prepare for the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. We are looking for interested individuals to participate as referees in the DIS40 Stuttgart Pre-Moot, mentoring young professionals within our network.

What are the dispute resolution methods?
2026-01-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Stockholm, Sweden
The question of the choice of form of dispute resolution arises long before a dispute arises. The choice of dispute resolution form should be handled already when the agreement is negotiated and the parties should agree on a well-thought-out strategy for resolving any future disputes. Today, unfortunately, we often see agreements that completely lack a regulation of how disputes are to be resolved, but also agreements that only have a standardized dispute resolution clause, which at most refers a dispute to a general court or arbitration.

ICC YAAF: Triple Threat: Best Practices for Secretaries, Arbitrators, and Counsel
2026-01-29 08:30 - 10:30 | Santa Cruz, Bolivia
The session will also emphasize the importance of procedural efficiency, effective case management techniques, and the promotion of best practices in arbitration under ICC standards, all of which are essential skills for professionals seeking to strengthen their profile in international dispute resolution.
