We cordially invite you to the DIS Autumn Conference 2026, whose title this year is "Geopolitics and Defence – Arbitration in Times of Rearmament".
The defence sector is experiencing significant growth globally, driven by rising geopolitical tensions, increased NATO defence spending commitments, and expanding cross-border procurement. As defence contracts grow in scale and complexity – and as more states and private entities engage in international arms trade and defence cooperation – disputes inevitably arise. International arbitration has become a natural forum for resolving many of these disputes, but the defence sector raises unique challenges that distinguish it from arbitration in other industries.
Join us for a day of critical reflection, practical insight and candid debate – featuring leading voices from international arbitration, defence industry, government and NATO.
We recommend early booking. The hotel contingent is limited. In the spirit of sustainability we are offering the Deutsche Bahn DB Event Ticket.
For further information, please refer to the programme.
The DIS Autumn Conference takes place as part of the Berlin Dispute Resolution Days.
For further information, please refer to the programme.
The Gala Dinner takes place as part of the Berlin Dispute Resolution Days.
We kindly ask for timely registration on or before 16 September 2026. By booking you accept the General Terms and Conditions for Conferences and Workshops. The number of participants for the event is limited.
DIS complete package: DIS Conference with Gala Dinner
Participation fee for DIS/DIS40 members 645,00 € plus VAT
Participation fee for public service employees & in-house counsel 300,00 € plus VAT
Participation fee for non-members 745,00 € plus VAT
DIS conference package: DIS Conference without Gala Dinner
Participation fee for DIS/DIS40 members 400,00 € plus VAT
Participation fee for public service employees & in-house counsel 200,00 € plus VAT
Participation fee for non-members 500,00 € plus VAT
NOTE ON GALA DINNER:
If you prefer a vegetarian menu, please send us a message parallel to your registration to: events(at)disarb.org.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON REGISTRATION:
When registering, please be sure to give the correct, invoiceable address. In case of doubt, please contact your accounting department.
For the conference, we have blocked hotel rooms for the period 29 - 30 September 2026 which you can draw on when making a booking. Please make your room reservation directly with the hotel. The quota is limited.
Please note that the hotel quota are limited and only valid until the date in the hotel list
To make a reservation, please use the contact information provided to take advantage of the special rates. You can find more information on the hotel quota and the venues here.
DIS has agreed special conditions (Event Ticket) with Deutsche Bahn for travelling to the DIS Autumn Conference 2026. It could hardly be more sustainable.
Berlin Calling: Celebrate the DIS Office Relaunch with us!
Date: 28 September 2026, start 7.00 pm
Venue: DIS Office Berlin, Lennéstraße 9, 10785 Berlin
Fur further information and registration, please visit the event website.
8th Karl-Heinz Böckstiegel Lecture 2026
Date: 29 September 2026, 5.00 - 7.00 pm
Venue: Grand Hyatt Berlin, Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 2, 10785 Berlin
Fur further information and registration, please visit the event website.
DIS40 Autumn Conference 2026
Date: Date: 1 October 2026, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Venue: Quadriga Forum, Werderscher Markt 13, 10117 Berlin
Fur further information and registration, please visit the event website.
Plus further events organised within the framework of the Berlin Dispute Resolution Days.
If you have any questions about the DIS Autumn Conference, please contact us.
DIS Events Service
T: +49 30 41 70 70 70 876
E: events(at)disarb.org
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