4.      The parties agree that they shall, at all times, do everything necessary for the fair, efficient and expeditious conduct of the arbitration.

5.             The arbitral tribunal may hold preliminary meetings with the parties

a. to discuss with the parties the procedure to be followed in the arbitration;

b. to fix or determine any periods of time referred to in these rules;

c. to discuss hearing dates; and

d. to determine any other matter required or permitted under the Rules to help to ensure the efficient progress of the arbitral proceedings.

Article 20

Place of arbitration

1.