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The Changes to the English Arbitration Regime: What Parties to International Construction Disputes Need to Know

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England, and in particular, London, is one of the leading international arbitration centers and is frequently selected as a seat of arbitration. Indeed, the 2025 International Arbitration Survey conducted by White & Case and...more

Mayer Brown

The Middle East Files

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In the second episode of Season 2 of our 'Across the Pond' podcast, Charles and Kwadwo are joined by colleague Gerard Moore, who leads the International Arbitration and Construction & Engineering practice in our Dubai office,...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Incoterms 101: The Basics of International Trade

Fluency in Incoterms® is helpful for any contractor or materials supplier engaged in international trade. Most recent articles discussing construction and international trade emphasize how tariffs can increase construction...more

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Bridging Cultures, Avoiding Disputes: Why Construction Needs Partnering Dialogue More Than Ever

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Not long ago, I spoke with a general contractor on a multinational infrastructure project. “We had five nationalities on-site,” he said, “and six different ways of interpreting the same deadline.” He wasn’t exaggerating. ...more

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How Advocates and Arbitrators May Use Psychology to Improve Panel Selection and Decision-Making

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Since 2017, when I edited The Roles of Psychology in International Arbitration, articles on psychology have become a standard feature of edited collections on arbitration and in talks on psychology at arbitration conferences....more

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MENA Arbitration Survey

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Hogan Lovells and Middlesex University Dubai have conducted a survey to explore the current state of arbitration practices and future trends in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The survey focused on commercial...more

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The IBA Site Visit Protocol: A framework for Avoiding Disputes Within Disputes

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Site visits can play an important part in construction arbitration, allowing the tribunal to gain a clearer understanding of the works in dispute. However, agreeing the terms of a site visit can be a contentious process...more

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Six Tips to Successfully Implement Dispute Resolution Boards Nationally and Internationally

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In the demanding realm of construction, where time and money are paramount, dispute resolution boards (DRBs) stand out as a unique and underused asset. The key to unlocking their full potential lies in dispelling common...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Interview: Carly Miller And David W. Owen Of Bradley Discuss Discovery And Third-Party Funding In International Arbitration

Mealey’s: What is your professional background and how did you both become involved in international arbitration? Miller: I’ve been practicing law with Bradley in its construction group for a little over 10 years. We rep-...more

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Integrating Independent Forensic Analyses in International Construction Arbitrations

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This article discusses the various independent analyses that experts perform and how these analyses should be integrated when involved in a construction dispute that has progressed to international arbitration. While experts...more

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Claim Notices and Liquidated Damages - The DIFC Court of Appeal Provides Useful Guidance

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Two of the most common arguments that arise on construction projects in the Middle East are (i) whether a failure to notify a claim within the contractual time for doing so is fatal to the claim; and (ii) whether the employer...more

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3 Key Takeaways - Successful Arbitration of International Construction Disputes

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Kilpatrick Townsend’s Randy Hafer recently presented on the topic of “Successful Arbitration of International Construction Disputes” at the 2022 Risk Management in Underground Construction Conference. As tunneling projects...more

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‘Protecting’ International Construction Contracts—Investment Treaty or International Construction Arbitration?

Economic uncertainty around raw materials and shifts in post-pandemic planning has created tangible tensions surrounding international construction and infrastructure “mega projects”. There is a new focus on investment...more

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Extensions of time in construction projects: prospective or retrospective delay analysis?

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Contractors' extension of time (EOT) entitlements and associated financial rights are always to be assessed pursuant to the applicable contract mechanism. A recurring question is whether EOT entitlements are to be determined...more

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What can companies do to protect themselves from U.S. style discovery creeping into their international disputes in light of the...

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International arbitration is popular for resolving construction disputes. The merits of using arbitration can be numerous, including (1) avoiding potentially biased foreign courts, (2) having a meaningful say in who hears...more

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Arbitration Update – The 2021 ICDR Arbitration Rules: A Welcome Update for International Construction Arbitration

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On 1 March 2021, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), the international division of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and a leading provider of dispute resolution services to businesses in matters...more

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ICC Releases New International Arbitration Rules – Important Changes for the Construction and Energy Sector

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Court of Arbitration, one of the leading international arbitral institutions, has released revised Rules of Arbitration to take effect in January 2021. The 2021 ICC...more

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The ICC Releases Report on Resolving Climate Change Disputes through Arbitration

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The International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) has just released its Report on “Resolving Climate Change Disputes through Arbitration” (the “Report”). The long-awaited Report is the result of almost two years of work by the...more

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The Art of International Arbitration – October 2019 Pepper Conference Preview

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On October 11, 2019, Pepper Hamilton will host an interactive seminar entitled “The Art of International Arbitration.” Matt Adler, partner and chair of Pepper’s International and Domestic Arbitration Practice Group, Maia...more

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FIDIC Issues “Emerald Book” for Underground Works

International construction arbitration welcomes FIDIC's latest standard form contract: the “Emerald Book”. Known more formally as Conditions of Contract for Underground Works the contract is designed to address issues that...more

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The Court of Appeal in England & Wales Curtails Use of Liquidated Damages for Delay

In international construction arbitration, the use of liquidated damages to address the consequences of failure by a contractor to finish the works by the date set for completion is widespread. Typically, the contractor...more

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ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR Report on Construction Industry Arbitrations

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The ICC Commission has released a new report on construction industry arbitrations, providing recommended tools and techniques for effective management of construction arbitrations. The report is intended primarily for...more

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Deciding Arbitrability And Arbitration Agreements: Eleventh Circuit Refines Its Interpretation Of The Federal Arbitration Act And...

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Outokumpu Stainless USA, LLC v. Converteam SAS, 2018 U.S. App. LEXIS 24671 (11th Cir. Aug. 30, 2018) - On August 30, 2018, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court decision to compel arbitration between...more

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Concurrent Delay – Is the English Court of Appeal's Clarification Conclusive?

• The Court of Appeal has held that a clause denying an extension of time to a Contractor if there is concurrent delay is enforceable and is not contrary to the so-called “prevention principle.” • The Court of Appeal...more

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Are Consent Awards Under The New York Convention Enforceable In U.S. Courts? Federal Court In Texas Says Yes

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Transocean Offshore Gulf of Guinea VII Ltd. v. Erin Energy Corp., 2018 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 39494 (S.D. Tex. Mar. 12, 2018) - On March 12, 2018, in Transocean Offshore Gulf of Guinea VII Ltd. v. Erin Energy Corp., the U.S....more

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