Sri Lanka National Arbitration Centre SLNAC

Sri Lanka National Arbitration Centre SLNAC The Sri Lanka National Arbitration Centre-(SLNAC) having been established and thereafter incorporate

A noteworthy attribute of the Centre is that, it ensures the timely dispatch of records of proceedings to the Arbitrators, Counsel and the parties concerned. This task will be completed within a week of the date of the sitting, therefore, delivering an accurate, trustworthy and speedy service as per the stipulated directions and instructions. Complete confidentiality of documentation of the arbitr

al hearing is guaranteed and maintained by the Registrar. Certified copies of same will be produced before Court and for other instances. The Centre also facilitates hotel accommodation during instances where international arbitration hearings are scheduled. The SLNAC comprises a state of the art Secretariat which is managed by the Registrar and Support Staff which undertakes all correspondences and accounts.

Time-Bound. Fair. Effective.Under the SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules, the process is designed around a clear time fra...
25/08/2026

Time-Bound. Fair. Effective.

Under the SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules, the process is designed around a clear time framework:

⏱️ 12-Month Rule
The Arbitral Award to be rendered within 12 months of the Tribunal’s constitution.

⚖️ Controlled Extensions
An extension up to 15 months may be granted only in exceptional circumstances.

🏛️ Institutional Oversight
Any further extension requires formal justification and approval by the SLNAC Board of Governors.

🔄 Procedural Flexibility
Where parties do not agree to further extensions, the proceedings can transition to standard arbitration under the Arbitration Act of Sri Lanka.

Forum on SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules and UNCITRAL Arbitration RulesThe SLNAC’s Forum on SLNAC Expedited Arbitratio...
23/07/2026

Forum on SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules and UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules

The SLNAC’s Forum on SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules and UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules for corporate clients was held on the 6th of July 2026 at Jetwing Colombo 7.

The Chairman of SLNAC, Mr. Hiran de Alwis, highlighted the adoption of the SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules as a time- and cost-effective mechanism to resolve commercial disputes expeditiously. Furthermore, he stated that enforcement should be expedited.

The Chief Executive of SLNAC, Mrs. Karnika Jayatilake, delivered the welcome speech, where she emphasised the importance of incorporating properly drafted, appropriate dispute resolution clauses into commercial contracts.

The Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Shanalie Suraweera, concluded the forum by delivering the vote of thanks.

Disputing parties can fast-track their resolution through these Expedited Rules regardless of whether a pre-existing con...
28/05/2026

Disputing parties can fast-track their resolution through these Expedited Rules regardless of whether a pre-existing contractual relationship exists—all it takes is mutual consent.

On 29 April 2026, SLNAC organized a Forum on the SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules and UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules.The SL...
19/05/2026

On 29 April 2026, SLNAC organized a Forum on the SLNAC Expedited Arbitration Rules and UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules.
The SLNAC Chairman, Mr. Hiran de Alwis, emphasized that UNCITRAL aligned expedited Arbitration Rules of SLNAC provides a mechanism for the expeditious resolution of commercial disputes by consent of parties in a cost- and time-effective manner.
The Chief Executive, Mrs. Karnika Jayatilake, welcomed the distinguished invitees and informed the gathering that SLNAC is embarking on a transformative phase to deliver better and more efficient services.
Mrs. Shanalie Suraweera, the Registrar of SLNAC delivered the vote of thanks.

Resolving disputes through the courts can be time-consuming and costly. Arbitration provides a faster, more efficient, a...
16/01/2026

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09/01/2026

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