Why EMAC for Arbitration or Mediation? Applies trusted international standards Rules modelled according to the UNCITRAL arbitration rules Mediation rules applies international best practices
Cost Efficiency Hybrid-form (ad-hoc/institutional) with light touch case management Sole arbitrator as the default mechanism Competitive administration and registration fees, with the goal of supporting value for money **
Offers a full range of administered services
due to the proximity to the industry
Highly skilled Case Managers ensure a streamlined process according to the rules
Awards
Offers sound proof, secure hearing facilities, hot desks, transcription services, etc.
Arbitration awards rendered within 90 days from date of conclusion of final hearing
Governance & Expertise
Emergency relief
EMAC is overseen by a 14-member board of trustees, all of whom are senior executives from major maritime concerns in the region
In case of immediate urgency, a party seeking urgent relief may request EMAC to appoint an emergency arbitrator
The secretariat is comprised of 3 lawyers, a commercial shipping executive and qualified accountant EMAC’s arbitrators and mediators are highly-experienced and independently vetted, to ensure that parties receive the right resolution to the disputes so that they can get back to business as usual faster.
The only maritime arbitration Centre in the Middle East region Easily accessible for closed hearings
Fast-track Procedures designed to support smaller claims of under USD1.9 million Saves on time and cost Time limits reduced
Ad-hoc arbitration When parties do not require EMAC administrative support, parties are free to choose the ad-hoc processes procedure
DIFC Default Seat Unless otherwise agreed by parties, DIFC procedural arbitration law applies Ideal for parties seeking to seat their arbitration in a jurisdiction neutral to their own - based common law in English
Dubai International Financial Centre Level 3, Precinct Building 5 (South) Dubai, UAE
800 EMACAE (800 362223)
**Arbitrator’s fees and expenses are calculated separately and are as per agreement between the respective disputing parties and the arbitrators
Info@emac.org.ae
www.emac.org.ae