What Tahkeem is
Tahkeem — the Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre — is the principal arbitration institution for Sharjah-domiciled commercial disputes and Northern Emirates matters. Established under the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce, Tahkeem administers arbitrations under its own institutional rules with awards enforceable internationally under the New York Convention 1958.
Why Tahkeem matters
For Sharjah-headquartered industrial groups, manufacturing-zone counterparties, F&B and consumer-goods supply disputes, and Northern Emirates real-estate matters where parties want institutional arbitration without the cost of DIAC, Tahkeem offers a credible, increasingly modern arbitration framework. The Tahkeem panel has deep experience with the manufacturing, packaging, F&B and real-estate sectors that dominate the Sharjah commercial economy.
The Tahkeem process
Notice → Response → Tribunal constitution → pleadings → evidentiary hearing → award → enforcement. Awards typically run 10-18 months. Bilingual EN/AR.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tahkeem?
Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre — established under the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce. Principal arbitration institution for Sharjah and Northern Emirates commercial disputes.
When should I choose Tahkeem?
Sharjah-domiciled counterparties; manufacturing/packaging/F&B disputes; Northern Emirates real-estate; institutional arbitration without DIAC cost overhead.
How are Tahkeem awards enforced?
Internationally under New York Convention 1958. UAE-onshore under Federal Arbitration Law 6/2018.
Last updated: 1 May 2026. Contact us for matter-specific advice.