Weil Gotshal & Manges City dispute resolution partner Juliet Blanch has launched a review of the Energy Arbitrators' List, an online database of expert arbitrators in the field, with a number of high-profile disputes partners appointed to assist with the process.

Blanch, who is chairing the review in conjunction with the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), is looking to update the 141-strong list, with a committee of disputes partners appointed last month to help.

Herbert Smith disputes partner Ted Greeno and BP in-house counsel John Gilbert are among a host of private practice and industry lawyers aiding the review, which will see the full list of energy arbitrators reviewed, with a number of additions and removals expected.

The list, which is managed by the ICDR, was first created in 2004. The online database is aimed at making it easier for clients to find experts in their field to arbitrate their disputes to ensure the process is carried out as efficiently and effectively as possible.

The review committee met in London and Houston in May this year to kick off the overhaul and plan improvements for its organisation and usability.

Blanch (pictured), who heads up Weil's international dispute resolution practice, said: "All aspects of global energy demands naturally create a growing number of disputes. The updated energy arbitrators list will include the world's preeminent energy arbitrators. The arbitrators selected for inclusion have deep experience in energy issues from exploration and production to end-user delivery.

"These leaders understand how the overall energy system works and what demands must be met by intra and extra industry parties. The review committee sets the criteria for listing and monitors compliance with them."

The committee members are spread across some of the world's main arbitration hubs including London, Paris and Singapore.

The news comes as the use of arbitration to settle disputes has been increasingly promoted in recent years, with Hong Kong set to challenge Singapore's dominance as a venue for India-related arbitration, after the Indian Government said it will recognise arbitral awards made in mainland China and Hong Kong.