Arbitration
Why arbitrate in ADGM?
Neutral venue:
A neutral and independent venue which adopts international best-practice standards
Location:
Strategically located between the east and west and trade corridors providing a centrepoint for geographical spread locations
World class hearing facilities:
State-of-the-art, fully digitised services
Progressive arbitration framework:
Based on the UNCITRAL Model Law, with innovative enhancements, including the use of technology to increase efficiency and reduce cost
Enforcement:
ADGM arbitral awards are enforceable under the New York Convention in more than 150 countries; multi-lateral and bilateral treaties with certain countries; and MOUs with leading international common law jurisdictions
Pro-arbitration judiciary:
ADGM Courts’ Judges are from jurisdictions that have an established track record of strongly supporting the arbitral process, including England & Wales, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand
ICC Case Management Office:
Fully operational from 1 April 2021; no restriction on parties choosing another arbitral institution to administer their arbitration
Flexibility:
A regulatory framework that reflects the consensual nature of arbitration and allows parties’ choice in their arbitral rules
Business-oriented infrastructure:
The Centre is located on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi, closeby to international hotels, eateries, a mall and lifestyle amenities. For more information please see our panel of arbitrators and our arbitration guidelines
What makes ADGM a “safe seat”?
- Strong framework
- Competent legal profession
- Accessible
- Diversity and ethics
- Functional facilities
- Arbitrator immunity
- Supportive judiciary
- Choice of legal representation
- Training
- Functional facilities
- Adherence to international treaties
* Chartered Institute of Arbitrators “London Principles”
Awarded
‘jurisdiction that has made great progress’ by the gar awards 2020
