Join Jonathan Waters, Gafta’s General Counsel, for an exclusive GPC Webinar exploring key legal and practical considerations under GPC Contract No. 1. Get the latest updates on dispute resolution practices, contract enforcement, real trade cases, and more.

In this session, Jonathan will break down: 

• Dispute Resolution under GPC 1 – Understanding mediation and arbitration processes under Gafta Rules 128 and 126, and how these ensure faster, cost-effective settlements.

• Default of Arbitration & Disciplinary Actions – What happens when parties fail to comply with arbitration awards, and how GPC enforces discipline within its membership.

• Amending and Varying Contracts – Avoiding common pitfalls when modifying terms, ensuring clarity and consistency.

• Case Studies – Examining common trade challenges.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions live.

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 12 pm GMT 

Interested in attending? 

GPC members will receive a unique link to join the webinar on that day.

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About Jonathan Waters

Jonathan Waters is Gafta’s General Counsel, a barrister, arbitrator, and Civil Mediation Council Registered Mediator with over 30 years of post-qualification experience. He has held senior legal positions across multiple sectors, including retail, healthcare, and insurance, and specializes in international arbitration, dispute resolution, and commercial contracts. Recognized globally, Jonathan has received numerous awards such as International Arbitration Expert of the Year (2020–2024) and Best Mediator and Barrister across several legal rankings. He is also featured in Legal 500 and Lawyer Magazine’s Hot 100, and serves as a faculty member at the London International Arbitration School.