Anggraeni & Partners Hosts SCMA Executive Director for Strategic Maritime Arbitration Discussion

Following the successful SCMA Jakarta Conference on May 16, 2025, Anggraeni & Partners welcomed Bernice Yeoh, Executive Director of the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA), along with Nicholas Tan, Head of Marketing & Business Development, and Sarah Edward to its Jakarta office for discussions on maritime dispute resolution and regional collaboration opportunities.

The firm’s participation in the SCMA Jakarta Conference proved fruitful, with our team Reynalda Basya Ilyas and Tiyana Sigi Pertiwi gaining insights into Singapore’s position as a maritime arbitration hub. The conference covered key topics including the MSC Flaminia case implications, ship finance trends, and the advantages of Singapore as a preferred seat for maritime arbitration.

ICMA XXIII Singapore: A Platform for Global Maritime Arbitration
During the meeting, Bernice Yeoh highlighted a significant opportunity for Indonesian maritime lawyers – the call for papers for the 23rd International Congress of Maritime Arbitrators (ICMA XXIII) in Singapore, scheduled for March 22-27, 2026.

The congress covers diverse topics including:

1. Contemporary shipping issues including new technologies and regulations
2. Procedural maritime arbitration matters
3. Contractual and charterparty disputes
4. Bill of lading and cargo issues
5. Ship sale and purchase, related finance, and shipbuilding matters
6. Offshore contracts and insurance issues

The event expects to attract 300-400 maritime arbitrators, industry players, lawyers, and professionals from around the world to Singapore. This represents a platform for Indonesian maritime lawyers to contribute to global discussions on arbitration practices and emerging challenges in the industry.

Key Submission Timeline
For practitioners interested in participating:

Summary paper submission deadline: July 18, 2025
Notification of acceptance: September 30, 2025
Final paper submission: December 31, 2025

Accepted speakers will present during plenary or parallel sessions, with approximately 15 minutes allocated for each presentation followed by interactive discussion.

About SCMA
The Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration provides specialized dispute resolution services for maritime industry stakeholders. SCMA offers cost-effective arbitration with no filing fees, expedited procedures for smaller claims, and access to a panel of experienced maritime arbitrators from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.

This collaboration reflects Anggraeni & Partners’ commitment to staying at the forefront of maritime legal developments while maintaining strong relationships with key regional institutions.

Get Involved
Interested in participating in ICMA XXIII Singapore? Check the submission guidelines or scan the QR code for more information about paper submission requirements and congress details.

For more information about maritime arbitration services or to discuss your maritime legal needs, contact Anggraeni & Partners.