The Development Law and Lease Law which were published in 2014 and featured in our previous updater, came into effect on 7 February 2015.

Decision No. 45 of 2014 in relation to Industrial Tenancies was published in issue no. 3159 of the Legal Gazette on 5 June 2014 and came into force on 6 June 2014.

The distinction between exclusion and limitation of liability is, in essence, a matter of degree rather than substance.

A legally binding contract has the force of law between the parties. When one of the parties fails to fulfil his/her obligations it is considered a breach of contract.

The construction industry is a significant component of the Bahraini economy with local and foreign investment in new residential and commercial projects continuing to proliferate through the years.

Our Associate Habiba Mokhtar explores the regulation and enforcement of performance bonds in Bahrain and their significance in safeguarding project performance.

Construction projects in the GCC region never lack ambition.

Contracts are governed by Decree-Law (19) of 2001 Promulgating the Bahrain Civil Code, which outlines general rules for contracts for hire of service from Article 584-611, and specifically governs construction contracts...

Legislative Decree No.66 of 2014 regarding the Settlement of Stalled Real Estate Projects came into force on 6 December 2014 (New Law).

Construction projects are inherently lengthy, complex, and at times uncertain. They typically involve the cooperation and synergy of multiple parties. Many risks and complications may arise both...

Bahrain has issued the much anticipated Law No. 28 of 2014 in relation to governing real estate developments in Bahrain.

Legislative Decree No.66 of 2014 regarding the Settlement of Stalled Real Estate Projects came into force on 6 December 2014 (New Law).

Bahrain has issued Law No. 28 of 2014 in relation to governing real estate developments in Bahrain (New Law).

Our Associate Budoor Alhalwachi examines contractor remedies under the FIDIC Red Book for delayed payments, alongside relevant protections under Bahraini law.

The Government of Bahrain issued Law No 28 of 2014 (Development Law) in August 2014.

There are a number of structures available to those who intend to undertake developments in Bahrain.