SCC Arbitration Institute

Roundtable Discussion: How Can Arbitration Ensure Quicker Resolution of Public Procurement Disputes?

With SEK 900 billion in public procurement contracts at stake annually, delays in resolving disputes risk halting critical projects in infrastructure and welfare services. A new report from the SCC Arbitration Institute reveals that arbitration resolves these disputes nearly a year faster than court proceedings, offering a vital solution to safeguard public investments.

Date: 28 March 2025

Time: 08.00–10.00

Location: Regeringsgatan 29, Stockholm

Join the SCC and leading experts for a roundtable discussion on practical strategies to improve dispute resolution in public procurement contracts, ensuring timely delivery of essential projects and promoting economic growth. 

Key Topics: 

  • Arbitration as a Time-Efficient Alternative to Litigation: How arbitration accelerates dispute resolution compared to court proceedings. 
  • Choosing the Right Method: When certain dispute resolution methods are better suited to specific public procurement contracts. 
  • Managing Public Access Demands: How to adapt the arbitration to the transparency requirements for the public sector.  
  • Lessons from Practice: Insights and examples from public procurement disputes in Sweden. 

Speakers: 

  • Olof Larsberger, Partner, Kastell Advokatbyrå 
  • Sara Catoni, General Counsel, SKR (Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions) 

Moderator: 

  • Madeleine Thörn, Deputy Secretary General, SCC Arbitration Institute 

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how arbitration can drive efficiency and help shape the future of public procurement dispute resolution. 

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