SPML Infra Wins Six-Month Arbitration Extension

Authority: Calcutta High Court, Commercial Division

Order Date: 31 July 2026

Case Overview

• Parties: SPML Infra Limited (petitioner) vs CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited (respondent).
• Petition filed under Section 29A(4) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 seeking extension of the arbitral tribunal’s mandate for completion of proceedings and award publication.
• Prior court orders: 17 March 2023 appointed a sole arbitrator; parties mutually extended mandate by six months; 21 July 2025 extended mandate for one year.
• Respondent submitted an email indicating no objection to further extension, which was recorded.
• Proceedings are at final arguments stage; no undue delay by arbitrator observed.

Final Outcome

• Court extends the sole arbitrator’s mandate by an additional six months from 31 July 2026.
• Arbitrator directed to make reasonable efforts to conclude proceedings and publish the award within the extended period.
• Petition is disposed of.

Topics: Arbitration, Court Order