This article, about the use of FIDIC Contracts in the Middle East, was prepared by Ahmad Shahrour for AfiTaC’s blog. Introduction FIDIC Contracts have been considered in the Middle East region since the 1970’s. They are widely used in the business market Read more…
This article, comparing FIDIC and NEC contracts, was prepared by Ahmad Shahrour for AfiTaC’s blog. Introduction When implementing international projects around the world, it’s important to have a look at the two most used contract references: FIDIC and NEC. When Read more…
The contract management function is gaining ground in many fields, including construction and civil engineering. This article has kindly been made available to the readers of this blog by Carlos Álvarez Frade. It makes reference to the Spanish situation but Read more…
This article about mediation in the Construction Industry (applied also to the Middle East) has been kindly made available by Rafat Isweilih to the readers of this blog. Rafat Isweilih BSc. CE, MCIArb, RICS Accredited Mediator, Commercial & Contracts Manager Introduction Read more…
In my role on the “disputes, claims and conflict management” section of the IACCM council, I had the pleasure to organise a webinar regarding innovative ways to resolve smaller disputes. In this post, I will share the first part of Read more…
Introduction Can we learn anything about negotiation with E. Macron? It is not easy to get examples of negotiation processes. There are several reasons for this: Commercial negotiations are confidential. Participants will rarely or never share their content with outsiders. Read more…
Thoughts on reading of and teaching about contracts to make the best out of confinement: Reading contracts is not always fun. It is difficult to keep your concentration during a contract training session. So much information, so much text on Read more…
Subject: questionnaire on the use of FIDIC, including its acceptance and modifications on contracts in the construction business Hello, I am Hemant Sharma, originally a renewable energy project professional having worked with leading Hydropower equipment manufacturers. Currently, I am pursuing an Read more…
All legal cases are stated like this “applicant” v “defendant”. In this case “CO v ID”, it is the “corona virus / COVID-19” against “your ID = YOU”. Either you are providing health & essential services and fighting the battle Read more…
Facing the COVID-19 virus, we should all help in any way we can. I can do a little by providing you with a graphic presentation of the FIDIC 1999 clause regarding Force Majeure. This is probably helpful for Employers, Engineers, Read more…
