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24 Sep 2026
A decade of DACH: The SCC publishes new report on disputes involving German, Austrian, and Swiss parties
A new report from the SCC examines a decade of disputes involving parties from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the ‘DACH’ region. The first in a planned series of deep dives into specific regions and jurisdictions, the report draws on ten years of caseload data to show how the SCC has become a trusted forum for DACH businesses navigating cross-border disputes, and features the perspectives of leading voices from the region
22 Sep 2026
SCC Guide: Administrative secretaries
This guide provides a practical overview of the role of administrative secretaries under the SCC Arbitration Rules and the SCC Expedited Arbitration Rules, covering the legal framework, the appointment process, the scope of permissible tasks, and relevant case law.
15 Sep 2026
SCC Spotlight Talk: Dorothee Schramm on administrative secretaries in arbitration
Dorothee Schramm is a Swiss-qualified lawyer and independent arbitrator with over 20 years of experience. In this SCC Spotlight Talk, she discusses the role of administrative secretaries in arbitration, how AI is changing the role, and why transparency, proper boundaries and professionalization matter.
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Business Breakfast Berlin: Resolving disputes efficiently: Insights into arbitration
30 September 2026
Berlin, Germany
General Counsel Forum Europe in Paris
The SCC Arbitration Institute is delighted to be represented at the General Counsel Forum Europe (GCFE), one of Europe’s foremost gatherings for senior in-house legal leaders.
30 September 2026–01 October 2026
Paris, France
ArbitralWomen & YAWP Go Behind the Scenes
Join SCC Specialist Counsel Jake Lowther for a joint session by ArbitralWomen and YAWP in connection with Copenhagen Arbitration Days 2026.
02 October 2026
Copenhagen, Denmark
How much does arbitration cost?
The costs consist of the fee to the arbitrators/mediator, the administrative fee of the SCC and any expenses incurred.
The SCC determines the costs based on the amount in dispute, which is the total value of all claims, counterclaims and set-offs. This means that the parties often can anticipate the arbitration costs. Use the calculator to estimate such costs.
When the amount in dispute exceeds EUR 100 000 000 the SCC Board determines the Advance on Costs based on a case by case analysis.
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| The fee to the arbitral tribunal (median) | |
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| Estimated Expenses | |
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| Advance on Costs (excl. VAT) | |
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The fee of the arbitrator and other costs are determined by the Board when the amount in dispute exceeds this amount. Contact us for cost estimates.
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The fee of the arbitrator and other costs are determined by the Board when the amount in dispute exceeds this amount. Contact us for cost estimates.
Settling disputes – step by step
An arbitration can only take place if there is an arbitration agreement between the parties. We recommend that a dispute resolution clause is included in any business agreement.
Commence arbitration
Arbitration is commenced by the claimant sending a request for arbitration to the SCC. At the same time, the claimant must also pay a registration fee. The request for arbitration must include…