Post M&A disputes take centre stage: A 2024 snapshot of the SCC’s caseload
Post M&A disputes have always played a central role in the SCC’s caseload, and they have risen in 2024 to become the single most frequent type of new arbitration at the SCC.
SCC Spotlight: Filippa Exelin
In this SCC Spotlight Talk, Filippa Exelin, International Arbitration Partner at White & Case in Stockholm takes us through the landscape of construction disputes. With her extensive experience handling complex cases across energy, infrastructure, and construction, she offers insights into emerging trends, cost concerns, and effective dispute resolution strategies in construction arbitration.
Exciting new features in SCC Platform upgrade
The SCC Arbitration Institute's SCC Platform is set to receive a significant upgrade with the introduction of brand-new design and technical solutions designed to enhance user experience and streamline arbitration proceedings. This upgrade brings a host of new features and improvements that promise to make the SCC Platform more efficient and user-friendly. From simplified document management to seamless scheduling and improved communication, these updates are set to make a significant impact on the efficiency in SCC arbitrations.
SCC revises its Mediation Rules
The SCC Arbitration Institute (SCC) has introduced significant changes to its Mediation Rules, which came into force on 1 January 2025. These revisions aim to enhance procedural efficiency, predictability of costs, and the overall effectiveness of the mediation process.
SCC hosts event on public procurement disputes
On 28 March 2025, the SCC Arbitration Institute held an event titled "How Can Arbitration Ensure Quicker Resolution of Public Procurement Disputes?". The event featured speakers who shared their insights on the benefits of arbitration in public procurement contracts.
SCC Spotlight Talk: Carri Ginter
In this SCC Spotlight Talk we ask Carri Ginter, head of the Dispute Resolution & Risk Management practice at Sorainen and member of the SCC Arbitrators’ Council, to reflect on the current state and future of arbitration in Sweden and the Baltics.
SCC’s consultation responses to BKK’s proposed new standard agreements in the Swedish construction industry
The SCC Arbitration Institute (SCC) has submitted its consultation responses to the Swedish Construction Contracts Committee (Sw. Byggandets Kontraktskommitté (BKK)) regarding its proposals to update and improve the standard agreements used in the Swedish construction industry. The BKK has proposed two new standard agreements, AB 25 and ABPU 25. These proposals are intended to address current challenges and incorporate best practices to ensure that the agreements remain relevant and effective. The proposals include updates to various sections, including dispute resolution, to better align with modern construction practices and legal standards.
Relieve the Swedish courts – move commercial disputes to arbitration
As processing times in Swedish courts continue to rise, SCC Secretary General Caroline Falconer shares in the Swedish newspaper Advokaten why SCC arbitration offers a timely and effective alternative for resolving commercial disputes. In her guest column, Falconer highlights how arbitration at the SCC can ease the burden on the courts while providing businesses with a flexible, cost-efficient, and confidential process – often delivering quicker outcomes than traditional litigation. Read the key takeaways from her column and discover how parties can transfer ongoing disputes to SCC arbitration.
SCC Spotlight Talk: Mathias Steinø
What is the current state of play in the Danish arbitration scene? In this SCC Spotlight Talk, member of the SCC Arbitrators’ Council, Mathias Steinø, Hafnia Law Firm, shares insights on the Danish trends and the role of the SCC in facilitating dispute resolution in our Southern neighbour.