# arbitration clause

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> An arbitration clause is a contractual provision committing the parties to resolve disputes through an arbitral tribunal rather than the courts.

An arbitration clause is a contractual provision committing the parties to resolve disputes through an arbitral tribunal rather than the courts. It typically specifies the seat of arbitration, the language of proceedings, the governing law, and the administering institution – with the ICC, LCIA, and UNCITRAL rules among the most common choices in international trade and transport. In cross-border freight contracts, charter parties, and logistics framework agreements, arbitration clauses are widely standard, offering neutrality, confidentiality, and international enforceability of awards under the New York Convention. Not to be confused with a jurisdiction clause, which designates a competent state court without excluding litigation.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arbitration_clause](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arbitration_clause)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | arbitration clause |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 102 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arbitration_clause |

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