Where an international construction contract is governed by English law, or provides for London arbitration, overseas contractors, employers and their guarantors will usually be required to appoint a process agent in England and Wales. The requirement extends to performance guarantees and parent company undertakings supporting the works.
International projects, English law paper
Major projects assemble parties from many jurisdictions, and the contract suite, whether built on FIDIC forms or bespoke drafting, frequently chooses English governing law or London seated arbitration for neutrality. Once it does, every overseas party the others might need to serve, contractor, employer, or guarantor, is asked to name an agent for service, and the appointment letters are collected with the contract execution documents.
The documents that want cover
Beyond the main contract, construction relationships generate parent company guarantees, performance and advance payment instruments, direct agreements with funders and collateral warranties. Claims can arise years after completion, within defect liability and limitation periods, so appointments are usually fixed term with a margin beyond practical completion. One Tremark appointment can name the family, with multi agreement cover adding £30 or £60.
Keeping pace with contract award
Contract signature on projects is often a coordinated event across time zones, and the letter of appointment is one of the simplest deliverables to get right early. We confirm appointments within 24 hours, issue same day letters for £150 where signature is imminent, and liaise directly with the employer's and contractor's counsel. Start with the order form and list the contract and its guarantees.