Important Dispute Provisions To Consider In Bermuda Construction Contracts

Bermuda is a subtropical Island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean which is an Overseas Dependent Territory of the United Kingdom. While known as a tourism destination, Bermuda is also a major center for off shore business and has a booming construction industry.

While Bermuda's construction industry is a pillar of the local economy with many local construction companies, Bermudian construction firms will often partner with internationally based contractors and subcontractors during the course of a construction project. Prior to doing business in Bermuda, it is important for international contractors and subcontractors to carefully consider the dispute resolution options that should appear within the agreements which will govern their relationships with their Bermudian counterparts. In this article, we shall provide an overview of the terms which should be included in the dispute resolution provisions of a Bermudian construction contract.