Expert witnesses for
DIAC arbitration across
Construction
DIAC is the largest arbitral institution in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia — administering over 355 cases in 2023 alone, with construction and real estate accounting for nearly 60% of all disputes. Our team has deep MEASA project experience and an expert for every DIAC sector.
DIAC case types covered by Masin
Across all major DIAC sectors, matched with the right expert for each case. GAR rankings reinforce Masin's credibility in the sectors most relevant to DIAC proceedings.
GAR rankings: Global Arbitration Review Expert Witness Firm Rankings, based on independently verified hearing data submitted to GAR.
The dominant DIAC sector by far. Infrastructure megaprojects in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and wider GCC regularly generate delay, defects and quantum disputes — frequently involving FIDIC contracts, NEC and bespoke agreements. DIAC is the natural forum for these disputes.
The second largest DIAC sector. Islamic finance structures, project finance, trade finance and banking product disputes in the UAE and GCC require expert evidence that is both technically accurate and clearly explained to the tribunal.
Industrial plant disputes, supply chain failures and manufacturing defect claims in the UAE's growing industrial sector. Expert evidence on process engineering, production losses and equipment performance is central to these cases.
Upstream, downstream and petrochemical disputes arising from GCC energy projects. The UAE's strategic position in regional oil and gas markets means these disputes often involve large contract values and complex technical evidence.
Consultancy disputes, agency agreements and commercial contract claims arising from UAE and GCC business relationships. Expert evidence on professional standards, market practice and damages is typically the deciding factor.
Software implementation failures, ERP disputes and technology contract claims — increasingly common in the UAE as digital infrastructure investment grows. Technical expert evidence on system performance, data integrity and project delivery is often decisive.
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What makes DIAC different from other forums
DIAC assumed responsibility for all former DIFC-LCIA agreements under Dubai Decree No. 34 of 2021. If your agreement references DIFC-LCIA, your proceedings will now be administered by DIAC under the 2022 Rules.
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