Energy arbitration

Energy arbitration

This Overview provides links to practical guidance content on arbitration of disputes in the energy sector. Note that this subtopic does not contain all content relevant to the resolution of energy disputes or energy arbitration, which can be found in the wider content set in the Arbitration and Energy modules.

An introduction to arbitration in the energy sector

This Practice Note provides an introduction to the use of arbitration in the energy sector. It considers: why arbitration is generally the preferred method to resolve disputes in this sector; the types of arbitration typically used to resolve energy disputes; and, some of the notable features of energy arbitrations. For further information, see Practice Note: Arbitration in the energy sector—an introduction.

Starting a claim in an energy dispute—a practical guide

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DIS announces changes to Appointing Committee membership

The German Institution of Arbitration (DIS) has announced changes to its Appointing Committee, effective 1 October 2025. Three members—Moritz Keller, Andrea Meier and Patricia Nacimiento—are stepping down in line with statutory rotation requirements. The DIS has appointed three new full members: Emmanuelle Cabrol, Johannes Koepp and Michael Rohls. Additionally, three new substitute members have been appointed: Sebastian D. Müller, Friederike Schäfer and Urs Weber-Stecher. The Appointing Committee oversees the independent appointment of arbitrators within the DIS framework.

Baku Arbitration Centre announces Azerbaijan Arbitration Days 2025

The Baku Arbitration Centre (BAC) has announced that the Azerbaijan Arbitration Days 2025 will take place in Baku from 24–25 October 2025, coinciding with the official inauguration of the BAC.

IBA launches survey to update 2016 report on arbitration soft law products

The International Bar Association (IBA) Arbitration Committee has launched a comprehensive survey to update its 2016 report on the reception of IBA soft law products, with the revised report scheduled for publication in 2026. This initiative is part of TERES' mission to simplify arbitration experiences and is being led by a Task Force co-chaired by María Inés Corrá, Galina Zukova, and Joseph Chedrawe KC. The survey is designed to collect practitioners' experiences with IBA soft law instruments, including questions about usage statistics and the practical applications of these tools. Recognising that not all practitioners maintain detailed records, the survey permits estimates based on participants' best recollections. Responses to the survey will be accepted until 25 October 2025.

Saudi Arabia publishes draft arbitration law for public consultation

The National Competitiveness Center has published a draft arbitration law for public consultation, with submissions due by 24 October 2025. The proposed legislation aims to update Saudi Arabia's legal framework for arbitration to align with global trends and strengthen dispute resolution infrastructure, particularly for commercial disputes. The draft law comprises nine chapters covering arbitration provisions, agreements, tribunals, jurisdiction, procedures, awards, appeals, enforcement and final provisions. The consultation, which began on 24 September 2025, has already received 117 comments and forms part of efforts to improve the Kingdom's international arbitration indicators.