MMCS International Maritime Arbitration Competition
(MIMAC)
MIMAC is more than just a Competition—it’s an opportunity to learn, compete & excel!
The purpose of the MMCS International Maritime Arbitration Competition (MIMAC) is to promote the study of maritime law and arbitration while providing students with practical training in resolving disputes in one of the world’s most vital industries. Recognising the global importance of maritime activities and the Maldives’ heavy reliance on shipping, fishing, and tourism, maritime arbitration was selected as the focus for our inaugural moot competition.
MIMAC is structured to develop advocacy skills through two key phases:
- The drafting of written submissions for both claimant and respondent.
- The oral presentation of arguments before a distinguished panel of arbitration practitioners and academics.
Participants will tackle legal questions arising from real-world maritime disputes in the context of arbitration, applying designated Arbitration Rules and maritime legal frameworks. By engaging in this rigorous intellectual and practical exercise, participants will enhance their legal writing, advocacy, and analytical skills, preparing them for real-world practice.
Why Participate?
Hands on Experience
Participants will gain invaluable hands on experience by engaging in drafting submissions for maritime disputes and presenting oral arguments before seasoned arbitrators and legal professionals while resolving the dispute in the context of international arbitration.
Networking and Collaboration
MIMAC will bring together law students, legal professionals, and maritime experts from around the globe. Build connections with peers and professionals in maritime law and arbitration while exchanging ideas in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Recognition, Prizes and Career Development
Stand a chance to win a cash prize of $1,000 by winning the competition along with other additional prizes, including internships and certificates to strengthen your CV.
MIMAC Schedule
MIMAC 2026 Official Rules
Team
Moot Problem
Arbitrator
Moot Problem Co-Authors
MIMAC Directors
MIMAC 2025 in numbers
MIMAC 2025 Results
Winning Team
National Law University Delhi, India Team [T2535] – Lavanya Singh, Priya Sonkar, Aanya Singh and Darshit Agarwal
Runner-up Team
Roger Williams University School of Law, USA [T2528]
Semi-Finalists
- Roger Williams University School of Law, USA [T2528]
- National Law University Delhi, India Team [T2535]
- Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur, India [T2525]
- National Law Institute University Bhopal, India [T2546]
Best Individual Oralist: Caroline Stanton Chlaupek, Roger Williams University School of Law, USA [T2528]
Honourable Mentions
- Lavanya Singh, National Law University Delhi, India [T2535]
- Akhila Jose, Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur, India [T2525]
Best Written Memorial for Claimant: National Law University Delhi, India [T2535]
Runner-up Claimant Memorial:
Roger Williams University School of Law, USA [T2528]
Honourable Mentions:
- Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur, India [T2527]
- Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur, India [T2531]
- Al-Azhar University, Egypt [T2540]
Best Written Memorial for Respondent: IFIM Law School India [T2541]
Runner-up Respondent Memorial:
National University of Study and Research in Law, India [T2536]
Honourable Mentions:
- Government Law College Mumbai, India [T2538]
- University of Dhaka, Bangladesh [T2539]
- Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur, India [T2527]
Frequently Asked Questions
Students enrolled in any educational institution offering a degree or similar graduate/postgraduate qualifications or training in law, arbitration, or maritime law are eligible to participate.
A maximum of two teams per institution is allowed to register. The first two teams from each institution to complete registration will secure their spot for MIMAC.
Cross-institutional team formation is strictly prohibited. All members of a team must be enrolled at the same institution.
A team may consist of two to four team members (Standard Team) or five to eight team members (Large Team).
An individual student who has participated as an oralist in an argument in the quarter finals or semi-finals of a previous edition of MIMAC can be a member of the team but cannot be an oralist for MIMAC in a future edition.
You may submit your registration form first and choose to complete the payment either immediately or at any time before the deadline specified in the schedule.
All requirements for the memorials are provided in Rule 5 of the official Rules of MIMAC.
All information on the oral arguments are provided in Rule 6 of the official Rules of MIMAC.
The general rounds, quarter finals and semi-finals are held online virtually. The final round of MIMAC takes place in person in the Republic of Maldives.