The NEC family of contracts, short for New Engineering Contract, is a suite of standard forms of contract originally developed under the auspices of the Institution of Civil Engineers (“ICE”). NEC is designed for construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects and is used widely in the UK public sector. Its use has also expanded globally, particularly […]
Understanding Risk Allocation in FIDIC Construction Contracts
Construction contracts do more than set out scope, price, and timelines – they also determine how risks are allocated between the parties.[1] Risk allocation is often described as the “soul” of a construction contract because it defines who bears responsibility when projects face design errors, cost overruns, delays, or unforeseen site conditions.[2] The Fédération Internationale […]
Provisional Measures in CAS Arbitration: IGF v. FIG
On 14 October 2025, according to a Media Release, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (“CAS”) issued two decisions rejecting requests for urgent provisional measures in two appeals filed by the Israeli Gymnastics Federation (“IGF”) and Israeli gymnasts against the International Gymnastics Federation (“FIG”) following a statement by the Indonesian government that it would not […]
Errors in the Employer’s Requirements under FIDIC Contracts: Legal Implications and Lessons Learned
Errors in the Employer’s Requirements (“ER”) are a recurring source of disputes in international construction projects governed by International Federation of Consulting Engineers (“FIDIC”) contracts. These requirements define the project’s technical and functional criteria, and errors can have significant legal and financial consequences for both employers and contractors. This note examines how such errors are […]
Managing Construction Disputes: Understanding the Causes
Construction projects are inherently complex endeavours that involve multiple participants, demand coordination, and carry inherent risks.[1] They bring together a wide range of stakeholders, technical experts, and layers of documentation that can run to hundreds or even thousands of pages. Every project operates under tight deadlines and budget pressures, where even minor delays or disruptions […]