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History<\/h1>\n

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The Vienna International Arbitral Centre (VIAC) was established in 1975 under the auspices of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber. VIAC is one of the leading arbitration and mediation centres in the CEE and SEE region. We offer high-quality services that are tailored to parties from all around the world. Since its foundation, VIAC has already celebrated several key moments and has continued to develop steadily.<\/p>\n

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Foundation of the International Arbitral Centre of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (VIAC) as a central contact point for international arbitration proceedings<\/p>\n

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The first Vienna Rules are adopted<\/p>\n

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The first VIAC arbitration award is rendered<\/p>\n

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VIAC establishes itself on the international stage and becomes the leading arbitration institution in the CEE\/SEE region.<\/p>\n

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The first revision of the rules takes place<\/p>\n

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The Vienna Rules are revised once again<\/p>\n

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The Vienna Rules 1997 come into force.<\/p>\n

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A new version of the Vienna Rules enter into force in 2001.<\/p>\n

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The Vienna Rules are amended once again.<\/p>\n

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The first meeting of the International Advisory Board takes place.<\/p>\n

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The Vienna Rules are amended once again. The VIAC Mediation Rules are added to offer a broader range of conflict resolution mechanisms and emphasise the importance of mediation in international dispute resolution. <\/p>\n

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VIAC celebrates its 40th anniversary with a series of events and publications highlighting the successes and development of the institution.<\/p>\n

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VIAC signs the ERA Pledge<\/p>\n

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VIAC may now also administer purely domestic cases.<\/p>\n

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The Vienna Rules are amended. The new VIAC Arbitration and Mediation Rules aim for transparency, efficiency and user-friendliness.<\/p>\n

VIAC receives a %22GAR Guide to Regional Arbitration award for arbitral institution that impressed%22.<\/p>\n

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The inaugural meeting of the National Advisory Board takes place.<\/p>\n

The Mediation Advisory Board is established.<\/p>\n

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A digital case management platform will be introduced to simplify the process for all parties involved and pave the way for modern and efficient management of arbitration proceedings.<\/p>\n

VIAC publishes %22The Vienna Protocol – A Practical Checklist for Remote Hearings%22<\/p>\n

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The VIAC Arbitration and Mediation Rules are amended to further increase efficient proceedings, guarantee transparency and more digitalisation.<\/p>\n

Introduction of the VIAC Investment Arbitration and Mediation Rules<\/p>\n

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The VIAC Community Ambassador Network (VIAC CAN) was founded. Through this Network, VIAC strives to better understand the needs of the specific markets and strengthen its position as the premier international arbitration institution in CEE \/ SEE.<\/span><\/p>\n

VIAC records a record number of cases (54) and value in dispute (EUR 1 930 363 440).<\/p>\n

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Looking to the future – VIAC <\/p>\n

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HistoryThe Vienna International Arbitral Centre (VIAC) was established in 1975 under the auspices of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber. VIAC is one of the leading arbitration and mediation centres in the CEE and SEE region. We offer high-quality services that are tailored to parties from all around the world. Since its foundation, VIAC has already celebrated several key moments and has continued to develop steadily.

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