SPAIN Trends and Developments Contributed by: Albert Prats Ribas and Jordi Mayol Orga, BUFETE A. PRATS
Conclusion By promoting mediation as a fundamental pil - lar in the resolution of conflicts, Organic Law No 1 of 2025 could change the legal framework of maritime transport in Spain. This alterna - tive approach offers faster, cheaper and more flexible solutions, adapting to the demands of a sector characterised by its global dimension and high technical complexity. The interaction between the provisions of Organic Law No 1 of 2025, the Spanish Mari - time Navigation Act and the principles set out in the Hague-Visby Rules creates a comprehensive system that balances legal certainty with opera - tional agility. Mediation not only complements the traditional mechanisms of jurisdiction and arbitration but also brings key benefits such as the suspension of time bars, confidentiality and the preservation of strategic business relation - ships. Moreover, the prominence given to Chambers of Commerce, with their technical expertise and their capacity to manage international media - tions, reinforces the implementation of this mechanism. By developing training programmes and promoting mediation as an effective solu - tion, these institutions consolidate a more effi - cient legal environment adapted to globalised maritime trade. In short, mediation, as an instrument promoted by Organic Law No 1 of 2025, is consolidated not only as a tool to resolve disputes, but also as a strategy to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of maritime transport in a con - stantly evolving legal and commercial environ - ment.
merce a prominent role in the implementation of mediation in maritime transport. These institu - tions, with a recognised track record in arbitra - tion and commercial dispute resolution, can now act as specialised mediation centres, managing disputes with a technical and efficient approach. Chambers of Commerce are particularly skilled in handling transnational disputes, facilitating mediations that respect national and internation - al legal frameworks, such as the Hague-Visby Rules and the Singapore Mediation Convention. Their technical expertise positions them to medi - ate disputes related to issues such as chartering, cargo damage or delivery delay that require a specialised approach. In addition, Chambers of Commerce play a cru - cial role in the training of maritime mediators by developing training programmes that guarantee the quality and professionalism of mediation processes. In doing so, they not only ensure the availability of trained experts, but also active - ly promote mediation as an effective solution among maritime transport stakeholders, such as ship-owners, shippers and insurers. This leadership in mediation not only improves dispute resolution in the sector but also strength - ens the competitiveness of maritime transport by offering a fast, cost-effective mechanism adapted to the demands of global trade.
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