The 2024 case statistics of the German Arbitration Institute (DIS) highlight a stable caseload, an increasing number of high-value disputes, and a strong international component. These figures confirm the continued trust placed in DIS arbitration as an efficient dispute resolution forum.
In 2024, 158 new cases were submitted to the DIS, demonstrating sustained demand for arbitration and ADR mechanisms. They broke down as follows:
Among the 134 arbitrations conducted under the DIS Arbitration Rules of 2018:
The total value of disputes in DIS arbitration reached €4 billion, marking a substantial increase from €2.8 billion in 2022/2023. This confirms that DIS arbitration is increasingly being used for high-value, complex disputes, reinforcing its position as a trusted venue for sophisticated commercial conflicts.
As arbitration continues to be a preferred mechanism for cross-border disputes, the international reach of DIS cases remains strong:
This corresponds to the language of the proceedings
DIS’ procedural flexibility, particularly its provisions for joinder and consolidation, provides a robust framework for efficiently resolving disputes involving multiple stakeholders.
DIS arbitration is utilized across a broad spectrum of industries, reflecting its adaptability to various commercial needs. The top three sectors in 2024 were:
The most common subject matters in 2024 were:
These trends confirm that DIS remains the preferred choice for complex, high-value disputes across diverse industries.
Diversity in arbitrator appointments continues to be an important focus for the arbitration community.
Overall, 21.73% of arbitrators in DIS proceedings were female — a figure that, while showing progress, underscores the need for continued efforts to promote gender diversity in arbitration.
The full DIS 2024 Statistics Report will be published on our website soon.
Ramona Schardt