Accelerating arbitration: Expedited procedures and key changes in the new ICC Rules – Episode 2

07 July 2026
Litigation and dispute resolution

Join us for episode 2 of our arbitration podcast series, where Jack Hobbs, Associate at Clarkslegal, and Christopher Howitt, Barrister at Three Stone, discuss the key changes in the new ICC Arbitration Rules 2026. This episode explores how the latest expedited and highly expedited procedures are reshaping the landscape of dispute resolution.

Key topics discussed include:

A clear overview of expedited and highly expedited procedures
Insights into the new early determination mechanism
Practical implications for parties and practitioners
Expert commentary from leading arbitration professionals

Stay tuned for next episode, where we’ll focus on practical takeaways and actionable advice for practitioners navigating these new rules in their day-to-day work.

For more information or to discuss any of the topics from this episode, please contact Jack Hobbs or Christopher Howitt, who would be delighted to assist you.

ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 Podcast Series

Episode 1: Overview of the new ICC Arbitration Rules: Key changes
Episode 2: Accelerating arbitration: Expedited procedures and key changes in the new ICC Rules
Episode 3: ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 overhaul: The end of Terms of Reference and future trends

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Jack Hobbs

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Christopher Howitt

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Accelerating arbitration: Expedited procedures and key changes in the new ICC Rules – Episode 2
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Jack Hobbs
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Litigation and dispute resolution
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Christopher Howitt
Published

07 July 2026

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