FIDIC Contracts in Africa and the Middle East: A Practical Guide to Application

by Donald Charrett (Editor)

Overview

FIDIC contracts are the most widely used contracts for international construction around the world and are used in many different jurisdictions, both common law and civil law. For any construction project, the General Conditions of Contract published by FIDIC need to be supplemented by Particular Conditions that specify the specific requirements of that project.

FIDIC Contracts in Africa and the Middle East: A Practical Guide to Application provides readers with detailed guidance and resources for the preparation of the Particular Conditions that will comply with the requirements of the laws that apply to the site where the work is carried out, and for the governing law of the contract, for a number of the jurisdictions in which FIDIC contracts are or can be used. This book closely follows the format of The International Application of FIDIC Contracts. Each jurisdiction features an outline of its construction industry and information on the impact of COVID-19 on both the execution and operation of construction contracts.

This book is essential reading for construction professionals, lawyers and students of construction law.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032074405
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	12/19/2024
Series:	Practical Legal Guides for Construction and Technology Projects
Pages:	494
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

Donald Charrett is a barrister, arbitrator, mediator, expert and dispute board member practising in technology, engineering and construction (TEC) disputes. He is a member of the FIDIC President’s List of Adjudicators and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. He was named Best Construction Law Practitioner, Australia 2016 by Business Worldwide Magazine. His legal publications include articles on expert evidence, FIDIC contracts, dispute boards, dispute avoidance and resolution, contract risk, forensic engineering, contractual lessons from past projects, design and construct contracts, quantum meruit and solidary liability.

Table of Contents

Contents, List of Figures, List of Tables, About the Editor, List of Contributors, Foreword, Acknowledgements, Table of Cases, Table of Legislation, 1. Introduction, 2. The FIDIC Golden Principles, 3. Preparation of Particular Conditions, 4. Angola, 5. Egypt, 6. Ethiopia, 7. Jordan, 8. Kenya, 9. Nigeria, 10. South Africa, 11. Turkey, 12. United Arab Emirates, 13. Zambia, Glossary, Index

　

Editorial Reviews

This publication is an essential navigation tool and practical application guide for construction lawyers, consultants, employers and contractors.　 Dr Donald Charrett as editor and his impressive team of expert contributors commendably achieved the aim of expertly identifying and lucidly explaining and illustrating the applicable laws that may impact on the operation of FIDIC contracts in Africa and the Middle East, the execution of the works and the determination of disputes arising therefrom.

Tjaart van der Walt, Senior Counsel of the Maisels Group of Advocates in Sandton, FCIArb, FAArb, Construction ADR Practitioner and Vice-chair of the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa).

　

The management of a construction contract is the management of risk. This book is essential reading for any contractor or consultant wanting to work or　working in the African or Middle East regions, to understand the commercial and legal risks that might be encountered, finding some appropriate risk responses and where additional information can be sourced.

Ian　Massey, CEng., FICE, MSAICE, Director MDA Consulting (Pty) Ltd., FIDIC Presidents List Adjudicator

　

This is another valuable book in the series that FIDIC users in the international community must have at hand. The introduction chapter at the start of this book helpfully covers some of the most pertinent, current issues such as key construction law principles,　lex constructionis　and COVID-19-related matters. The practical insight in this book gives readers a penetrative understanding of international construction contracts in our modern world, and good guidance on the effective use of FIDIC contracts.

Yvonne Foo, Partner Harry Elias Partnership

　

A crucial compendium written by some of the most knowledgeable FIDIC practitioners. Practical and focused on regions that are often undeservedly overlooked, this book is a game-changer and sure to become an indispensable resource for anyone who aspires to excel in contract administration and legal aspects of the construction sector.

Aarta Alkarimi (FCIArb), Founding Partner, Chrysalis LLP

　

An important book that is sure to be welcomed by construction practitioners in Africa and the Middle East which addresses superbly important aspects of local law in the context of the FIDIC suite of contracts and in which the expertise of the chapter authors and editor shines through.　 Recommended!

Adrian Cole FZ LLE, Independent Arbitrator & Mediator　

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