Disputes arose between the parties based on Glencore's contention that the iron content in the iron ore supplied by IPL was less than 61%. Glencore issued a notice of arbitration to IPL, indicating that it had commenced arbitration proceedings under the SIAC Rules. IPL resisted the initiation of the arbitration proceeding contending that the invocation of arbitration prior to mutual talks was void. IPL also indicated that its request for extension of time to initiate arbitration must not be construed as if it has agreed, inter alia, to the applicability of the SIAC rules. Thereafter, the Chairman of SIAC appears to have determined under Rule 25 of the SIAC Rules 2010 that an arbitration agreement exists between the parties. Glencore also made a request for the expedited procedure under Rule 5 of the SIAC Rules, which was accepted. A sole arbitrator was appointed by the Chairman of SIAC. The arbitration was conducted as per the expedited procedure envisaged under the SIAC Rules.