Provides an authoritative discussion of the ICC rules and their application. This guide contains an article-by-article analysis of the arbitration rules, including a comparison with the text of the relevant section of the 1975 rules, along with comprehensive indexes for tracking the rules of the court, and advice for arbitrators.

This indispensable volume provides a complete and authoritative discussion of the ICC rules and their application. Organized by arbitration rules, it contains an article-by-article analysis of the rules, including a comparison with the text of the relevant section of the 1975 rules, along with comprehensive indexes for tracking the rules of the court, and advice for arbitrators. Each annotation contains an explanation of the rationale that drove the revision or incorporation, as well as the expected effect on ICC arbitration practice. Where the rules are influenced by other established arbitration rules, appropriate cross-references appear. Contents summary: - Overview of the 1998 rules - Annotated text with commentary - Arbitral tribunal and proceedings - Awards - Costs - Conversion tables - Appendices to the 1998 rules - Index

The annotations provided are concise and clear ... Important for those who have become accustomed to the prior rules and need a ready reference to make certain that changes in the rules do not mandate practice changes on their part.