NORWAY Trends and Developments Contributed by: Kristine Hyldmo Bjørnvik, Andreas Meidell, Henrik Møinichen and Nanette Arvesen, Advokatfirmaet Thommessen AS
Videoconferencing in arbitration proceedings is also on the rise. Case management conferences have been held as conference calls or videoconferences for some time, but the extensive use of videoconferencing is becoming increasingly common. Some arbitration hearings are now conducted entirely virtually, although traditional physical arbitration hearings remain the preferred alternative. Witnesses are increasingly heard via videoconference, especially those who would oth - erwise travel to Norway. The combination of written statements and oral cross-examination via videocon - ference is both efficient and cost-effective. Given the rapid progress in technological develop - ment, it is crucial to continuously monitor these changes and evaluate both their risks and benefits. It will be interesting to see how parties, lawyers, insti - tutions and arbitrators will make use of the coming innovations.
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