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<strong>FIDIC</strong> and IBC Legal present the 2nd AnnualRegister byAugust 2 &SAVE up to $700<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Americas</strong><strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ ConferenceThe Essential Guide for Engineering & Construction Law Professionals in the <strong>Americas</strong> toSuccessfully Use the <strong>FIDIC</strong> Suite of <strong>Contract</strong>s, Manage Major Projects and Resolve DisputesGregsThomopulosACECChristopher R.SeppäläWHITE & CASEjonathan S.SaigerMCCSvend Poulsen<strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATESCOMMITTEESimon R. Worley<strong>FIDIC</strong> SUB-CONTRACTTASK GROUPNick GardnerUNOPSAisha Nadar<strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATESTASK GROUPBernard BecqTHE WORLD BANKPhilip BrunerjAMSINTERNATIONALDr Cyril Chern<strong>FIDIC</strong> ASSESSMENTPANEL FORADjUDICATORSMichaelMortimer-Hawkins<strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTSCOMMITTERichard A. D. vaughnHILL INTERNATIONALPlus! Two Pre & Post-Conference Seminars to Complement your Knowledge of <strong>FIDIC</strong>• <strong>FIDIC</strong> for Non-<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’• Successfully Resolving International Disputes Under <strong>FIDIC</strong>Siobhan Fahey<strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTSCOMMITTEEZoltán Záhonyi<strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTSCOMMITTEEjohn DowseCERNOAttend the only official <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>s event in the region and....n Discover the <strong>FIDIC</strong> Suite of <strong>Contract</strong>s andtheir applicationsn Understand the advantages of <strong>FIDIC</strong>construction contracts in relation to otherdocumentsn Hear directly from the <strong>FIDIC</strong> contractdrafters as well as experts from NorthAmerica, Latin America, The Caribbeanand Europen Assess the potential of the disputeresolution tool kit under <strong>FIDIC</strong>n Review the DAB process as well as therole of arbitration and ADRn Identify cost management opportunitiesin <strong>FIDIC</strong> conditions of contractn Analyse recent experience with <strong>FIDIC</strong> froman American contract user’s perspectiveOctober 22 - 23: Main Conference DaysOctober 21: Pre-conference primer day: <strong>FIDIC</strong> for Non-<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>October 24: Post-conference workshop: Successfully Resolving International Disputes Under <strong>FIDIC</strong>Hotel Monaco, Washington D.C., USAYour Speaker Faculty 2013n Gregs ThomopulosACEC & STANLEY CONSULTANTS, INC.(United States)n Aisha Nadar<strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES TASK GROUP (Sweden)n Svend PoulsenATKINS & <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES COMMITTEE(Denmark)n Michael Mortimer-Hawkins<strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTS COMMITTEE(Sweden)n Zoltán Záhonyi<strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTS COMMITTEE(Hungary)n Siobhan Fahey<strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTS COMMITTEE(Ireland)n Dr Cyril Chern<strong>FIDIC</strong> ASSESSMENT PANEL FORADjUDICATORS (United Kingdom)n Maria PadillaINTER-AMERICAN DEvELOPMENTBANK (United States)n Bernard BecqTHE WORLD BANK (United States)n jonathan S. SaigerMCC (United States)n Nick GardnerUNOPS (Denmark)n john DowseCERNO (Trinidad)n Maria vannariTHE WORLD BANK (United States)n Simon R. Worley<strong>FIDIC</strong> SUB-CONTRACT TASK GROUP(United Kingdom)n Christopher R. SeppäläWHITE & CASE (France)n john MaddenMADDEN MEDIATION &ARBITRATION (Ireland)n Robert j. SmithAKERMAN SENTERFITT (United States)n Richard A. D. vaughnHILL INTERNATIONAL (United States)n Philip BrunerjAMS INTERNATIONAL (United States)n David BrownCLYDE & CO (France)n joe MooreCLYDE & CO (United States)n Pablo LaordenLáMBAL (Spain)n Robert S. BramsPATTON BOGGS LLP (United States)Associate SponsorsMedia PartnersPlus! FREE with your registration:· <strong>FIDIC</strong> Procurement Procedures Guide(1st Edition 2011)· MDB Harmonized <strong>Contract</strong>(2010 Edition)REGISTER TODAY: Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 5478 Email: annie.blundell@informa.comFor the latest programme or to register, please visit: www.ibclegal.com/FKW82397TT


<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Americas</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>' ConferenceCONFERENCE DAY ONE: Tuesday October 22 201308:30 Registration & Coffee09:00 Opening Remarks from the ChairpersonGregs Thomopulos, Chairman, ACEC; Chairman, STANLEYCONSULTANTS, INC. (United States)09:05 Understanding <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>s in an International ContextIncreasing demand in infrastructure needs in emerging economiesis an opportunity for consulting engineering firms to export theirservices outside their domestic market. <strong>FIDIC</strong> contracts havebecome the common forms of contract supporting globalized bestpractices. Remain competitive and understand how <strong>FIDIC</strong> contractswill help you to make your way in this fast paced economicenvironment.n The growing influence of <strong>FIDIC</strong> suites of contracts in establishingworld-class industry standardsn How <strong>FIDIC</strong> is responding to the needs of the internationalconstruction industryn How <strong>FIDIC</strong>’s major works contracts are being used worldwiden Emerging regions and hot spots of <strong>FIDIC</strong> usagen How <strong>FIDIC</strong> can support businesses to expand globallyModerator:Gregs Thomopulos, Chairman, ACEC; Chairman, STANLEYCONSULTANTS, INC. (United States)Speakers:Bernard Becq, Senior Adviser, THE WORLD BANK (United States)Nick Gardner, Head of Construction Management, SustainableInfrastructure Practice, UNOPS (Denmark)Jonathan S. Saiger, Senior Director, Infrastructure, Dpt. CompactOperations East & Southern Africa, MILLENNIUM CHALLENGECORPORATION (United States)10:55 The <strong>FIDIC</strong> Suite of <strong>Contract</strong>s: Choosing the Right <strong>FIDIC</strong>Conditions of <strong>Contract</strong> for your ProjectThis session will explore the factors which the Employer will want toconsider in selection of the right <strong>FIDIC</strong> conditions for their projects,taking into account price model, design method and management ofthe project. A comparative view to the main clauses will be used tohighlight primary differences:n Risk allocationn The role of the Employer during design and construction of theprojectn Introduction of changes during the project life-cyclen Q&AAisha Nadar, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES TASK GROUP (Sweden)11:35 <strong>FIDIC</strong> Yellow BookThis session introduces <strong>FIDIC</strong>’s 1999 Plant & Design-Build (“YellowBook”) conditions of contract from a closer perspective. The focuswill be on its applicability, unique features and practical aspects ofits everyday usage. The presentation unveils the expected updatesfor this <strong>FIDIC</strong> contract. This brief, yet complex session will allow theparticipants to hear about the most interesting and recent items ofinformation regarding FIDC’s P&DB contract!n What type of projects would best benefit from applying this type of<strong>FIDIC</strong> contract?n Unique features of P&DB contract in comparison with the other1999 <strong>FIDIC</strong> major contract formsn Main areas expected to be updated in the 1999 P&DB contractn What are the expected benefits from the updates?n Practical experiencesn Q&AZoltán Záhonyi, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTS COMMITTEE (Hungary)Simon R. Worley, Chartered Civil Engineer; <strong>FIDIC</strong> AccreditedTrainer; Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> SUB-CONTRACT TASK GROUP(United Kingdom)09:55 Overview of the <strong>FIDIC</strong> Suite of <strong>Contract</strong>sThis session will provide an overview of the forms of contractcomprised in the <strong>FIDIC</strong> Suite of <strong>Contract</strong>s and explain why <strong>FIDIC</strong>’smajor works contracts have become widely used industry standardsacross the globe. Understand the use, sale, translation, licensing, andrecent developments of <strong>FIDIC</strong> contracts worldwide. Discuss work inprogress and future developments. Coverage includes:n Introducing the “Rainbow” suite of <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>sn Understanding the extended <strong>FIDIC</strong> framework of resources andsupport toolsn Overview of the main features and appropriate applications ofeach contractn The growing influence of <strong>FIDIC</strong>’s suite of contracts in establishingworld-class industry standardsn Ongoing projects and future outlookn Q&ASvend Poulsen, Project Director, ATKINS; Chair, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATESCOMMITTEE(Denmark)10:35 Morning Coffee Break12:25 Employer’s Requirements13:00 LunchThe Employer’s Requirements are crucial and must include allthings that the Employer requires in respect of the executionand completion of the works, including the requirement as to the‘intended purpose’. Learn how the <strong>FIDIC</strong> Plant and Design-Build<strong>Contract</strong> calls for:n Obligations on the Employer and <strong>Contract</strong>or in respect ofresponsibility for the accuracy, sufficiency and completeness of theEmployer’s Requirementsn A changed risk allocation, for instance by increasing the extent ofthe carve-out in respect of liability for which the <strong>Contract</strong>or is notliablen Offsetting by items such as notes on drawings or processdiagrams indicating that the design is not fixedn Clarification of the “intended purpose”n Q&ASvend Poulsen, Project Director, ATKINS; Chair, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATESCOMMITTEE(Denmark)Bookings hotline: +44 (0)20 7017 5478


<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Americas</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>' Conference14:15 EPC/Turnkey <strong>Contract</strong> (Silver) & the <strong>FIDIC</strong> DBO <strong>Contract</strong>(Gold Book)The Silver and Gold Books were introduced by <strong>FIDIC</strong> into their rangeof contract forms to cover two special aspects of construction whichhave become more and more in demand over the past decade orso. The Silver Book covers the EPC or Turnkey form of contract, andthe Gold Book covers the traditional design-build contract wherethe <strong>Contract</strong>or has an additional obligation to provide a long-termoperation of the facility for the Employer. This presentation will lookat the key features of both of these documents.n Why have a Silver Book?n Key features of the Silver Bookn Risk allocation between the partiesn Background to the Gold Bookn Key features of the Gold Bookn Improvements to the 1999 documents including risk allocationand handling of disputesn The Brown Field Scenario for existing facilitiesn Q&AMichael Mortimer-Hawkins, Special Advisor, <strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTSCOMMITTEE (Sweden)14:55 The Construction SubcontractThis session will brief delegates on the practical issues surroundingthe main back-to-back provisions of the new <strong>FIDIC</strong> ConstructionSubcontract, published in October 2011 for use in conjunction withthe <strong>FIDIC</strong> Construction <strong>Contract</strong> including:n Variationsn Interim paymentsn Taking-overn Indemnitiesn Claims and disputesn Q&ASiobhan Fahey Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTS COMMITTEE (Ireland)16:25 The New <strong>FIDIC</strong> Procurement GuideIn 2011 <strong>FIDIC</strong> published its brand new Procurement ProceduresGuide. It offers guidance and information on all phases of theprocurement process according to <strong>FIDIC</strong> principles - but wouldthe consulting engineering practitioners operating on the mostdeveloped markets benefit from this comprehensive guide too? Theanswers will be delivered through addressing the following issues:n Challenges & scope of the new procurement guiden Successfully using the new procurement guiden Best practice in consultant selectionn Successful management of procurementn New standards in obtaining tendersn Q&AZoltán Záhonyi, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTS COMMITTEE(Hungary)17:05 The Role of the EngineerThe Engineer should play the central role in the administration ofa <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>. This session will look at the way the Engineer’srole has evolved over the years with particular emphasis on how itis envisaged to be in the 1999 <strong>FIDIC</strong> ‘Red’ and ‘Yellow’ Books, howthat role has actually developed in practice and what the future mayhold for the role of the Engineer. As Employers increasingly look tolimit the authority of the Engineer’s role, what does this mean forthe Engineer and for the <strong>Contract</strong>or? Is there a feasible alternative?n The key role of the Engineer in the <strong>FIDIC</strong> systemn Current trends towards the Engineer’s rolen How Employers and <strong>Contract</strong>ors view the Engineern The Engineer’s role in minimizing conflicts and disputesn The future outlook for the role of the Engineern Q&ASimon R. Worley, Chartered Civil Engineer; <strong>FIDIC</strong> AccreditedTrainer;Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> SUB-CONTRACT TASK GROUP (United Kingdom)Maria V. Vannari, Senior Procurement Specialist, THE WORLD BANK(United States)15:30 Networking Break & Refreshments15:50 <strong>FIDIC</strong> Green Book (Short Form of <strong>Contract</strong> 1999) -Practical ApplicationsThis session introduces the fourth <strong>FIDIC</strong> contract type publishedin 1999. What are the main features, and what are the benefits ofusing this simplified version <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>? The session allowsthe attendants to have an insight in successful project experience,where this type of contract was applied.n The main features of <strong>FIDIC</strong> Green Bookn Brief introduction of the simplified proceduresn What project types would benefit most from using this type of<strong>FIDIC</strong> contract?n Introduction of practical experience in using <strong>FIDIC</strong> Green Bookn Q&AMichael Mortimer-Hawkins, Special Advisor, <strong>FIDIC</strong> CONTRACTSCOMMITTEE (Sweden)17:45 Close of Conference &Drinks ReceptionEmail: annie.blundell@informa.comCONFERENCE DAY TWO: Wednesday October 23 201308:30 Registration & Coffee09:00 Opening Remarks from the ChairpersonAisha Nadar, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES TASK GROUP (Sweden)09:05 The MDB Harmonized <strong>Contract</strong>The major Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) adopted theGeneral Conditions of the <strong>FIDIC</strong> conditions of contract for buildingand engineering works designed by the Employer (the <strong>FIDIC</strong>Conditions of <strong>Contract</strong> for Construction), and its previous version,in their Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs) for major works.The inclusion of the Harmonized <strong>FIDIC</strong> form of <strong>Contract</strong> in theirSDBs serves to ensure environmentally and socially responsibleprocurement and successful project delivery. This session aims tohighlight the contract’s comparative advantages in this regard byexploring the users’ perspectives on cross-cutting issues such as:


“A comprehensive and thoughtprovoking conference”(M Olive, Davis Langdon & Seah)Attendee at <strong>FIDIC</strong> International <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ ConferenceGain up to 20 CPE hours!20 hours (both conference days & 2 workshops)15/17 hours (both conference days & 1 workshop)12 hours (both conference days)n Procurementn Sustainabilityn Value for moneyModerator:Aisha Nadar, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES TASK GROUP (Sweden)Bernard Becq, Senior Adviser, THE WORLD BANK (United States)Maria Padilla, Project Procurement Specialist, INTER-AMERICANDEVELOPMENT BANK (United States)09:55 Pursuing Claims under <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>sThis session will discuss developments in presenting and pursuing aclaim under a <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> with particular reference to:n Notices and claims proceduresn Extension of timen Force majeuren Claims for additional paymentsn Failure to notifyn Construction contracting in the Middle East: Unique <strong>Contract</strong>ual andlegal issuesn Related claim and dispute considerationsRichard A. D. Vaughn, Vice President, HILL INTERNATIONAL(United States)Robert S. Brams, Partner & Chair, Construction, Infrastructure andFinance Group, PATTON BOGGS LLP (United States)10:35 Morning Coffee Break10:55 Case Studies of <strong>FIDIC</strong> Application Around the Worldn <strong>FIDIC</strong> 1999 Suite: Observations on the introduction and developingusage of the <strong>FIDIC</strong> contracts into a new market place, withemphasis on the Trinidad & Tobago market, 2007-2013.n Silver Book 1999: Panamá Hydro Power Plants.n Green Book 1999: UNOPS Short Form Construction <strong>Contract</strong> –Warrap State Roads, Republic of South Sudann Red Book 1999: UNOPS Lump Sum Construction <strong>Contract</strong> –High Security Prison, KosovoSpeakers:Nick Gardner, Head of Construction Management, SustainableInfrastructure Practice, UNOPS (Denmark)Jonathan S. Saiger, Senior Director, Infrastructure, Dpt. CompactOperations East & Southern Africa, MILLENNIUM CHALLENGECORPORATION (United States)Maria Camilla Padilla, Project Procurement Specialist, INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (United States)John Dowse, Barrister, Arbitrator, Adjudicator, Registered Mediator,CERNO (Trinidad)Pablo Laorden, Partner, LáMBAL (Spain)11:55 Standard <strong>Contract</strong>s in the International Arena - A CriticalComparison of <strong>FIDIC</strong>, AIA, and DBIA DocumentsJoe Moore, Partner, CLYDE & CO (United States)Christopher R. Seppälä, Partner, WHITE & CASE (France)12:45 Networking Break & Refreshments14:00 Arbitration Under <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong>sThis session considers the opportunities for avoidance and earlyresolution of disputes under the <strong>FIDIC</strong> contract provisions. This isintended to equip the representatives and advisors of the Parties andthe Engineer to make good choices in moving towards effective-andcost effect-resolution.n How disputes arise; what constitutes a dispute?n Amicable settlement – what are the options?n Making international arbitration work: good practice and gooddecisionsn Q&AModerator:Philip Bruner, Arbitrator, JAMS INTERNATIONAL (United States)Panel Speakers:David Brown, Partner, CLYDE & CO (France)Christopher Seppälä, Partner, WHITE & CASE (France)14:45 <strong>FIDIC</strong> DABs: Lessons Learned & Adjudicators’Recommendations for the PartiesDispute Adjudication Boards (DAB) have been introduced as <strong>FIDIC</strong>’smethod for primary dispute resolution. Hear about the latestunderstanding of the role and function of the dispute resolutionmechanisms in <strong>FIDIC</strong> contracts. Review recent developments on howdispute resolution mechanisms are set up and managed. This panelof experienced adjudicators will identify and explain the “Do’s andDon’ts” of the DAB based on their practical experience.n Selection of Adjudicators, Disclosures and Formation of the DABn Establishing proceduresn Keeping the Adjudicators informed (visits, meetings and reports)n The Adjudication Process: Pre-referral, Referral, Pre-hearing,Hearing, Decisionn Cost savings and other benefi ts resulting from the introduction ofDABsn Perceived barriersn Recent examples of successful DAB use in the regionRobert J. Smith, <strong>FIDIC</strong> Adjudicator; Shareholder, AKERMANSENTERFITT (United States)John Madden, Managing Director, MADDEN MEDIATION &ARBITRATION (Ireland)15:30 Networking Break & Refreshments15:50 Dispute Boards: A Global Comparative PerspectiveInternationally renowned construction dispute resolution specialistswill examine the use of dispute boards in international constructionand engineering projects through a comparative lens. The topicsaddressed will include:n The dispute board conceptn Types of dispute boardsn The USA viewn The rest of the world viewn Cultural implicationsn Rules and procedures of the various DB organizations(<strong>FIDIC</strong>, ICC, DBF, DRBF)n Benefits vs burdensn Costsn Enforcement and appeals from dispute board rulingsDr Cyril Chern, Barrister; Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> ASSESSMENT PANEL FORADJUDICATORS; DISPUTE BOARD FEDERATION (Switzerland);<strong>FIDIC</strong> Adjudicator (UK)Aisha Nadar, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES TASK GROUP (Sweden)16:40 Final Q&A with the Day’s Speakers17:00 Close of ConferenceTo register or for the latest programme: www.ibclegal.com/FKW82397TT


<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Americas</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ ConferenceHotel Monaco, Washington D.C., USA • October 22-23 2013What delegates at <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ events have been saying:“Well done! The event should be followed by everyone who needsthe essential review of the latest developments in <strong>FIDIC</strong> contractsdelivered by international <strong>FIDIC</strong> experts”(VZakiyya, PT Petarmina)“I really enjoyed the quality of the speakers and thenetworking with other attendees”(Galli, SGI Studio Galli Ingegneria SpA)“Constructive ideas! Way forward for resolution of biggestproblems in the industry: balance of finance: legal and construction,engineering aspects.”(Senevirathne, Haji Adinin & Sons)“Exhaustive deliberation on each of the <strong>FIDIC</strong> contract booksin a simplified and direct manner!”(L Mun Kit, Andrex)Associate SponsorsHill International (NYSE:HIL) is the global leader inmanaging construction risk, providing projectmanagement and construction claims consultingservices to all participants of major constructionprojects and programs. For nearly four decades, Hillhas managed all phases of the construction process from concept through completion,employing over 3900 professionals in over 35 countries. Hill employs one of the largest claims &consulting teams in the world, having helped mitigate over 25,000 construction disputes valuedin excess of $100 billion and has managed over 10,000 project assignments with a totalconstruction value of over $500 billion. Visit www.hillintl.com for more information.Clyde & Co are a major force in the projects andconstruction industry worldwide. Our lawyersare at the cutting edge of developments beingmade in the way our clients structure their large scale projects. We understand the changingnature of the projects market and our lawyers are at the forefront providing commercial, flexibleand innovative solutions. Our team provide the full range of non-contentious and contentiousprojects and construction advice and can be engaged at every step along the way. Visit www.clydeco.comPatton Boggs’ Construction Projects, Infrastructure, and Finance Groupresponds to the increasingly difficult business challenges our constructionindustry clients face across the United States and throughout the world.Our practice in the Middle East operates out of four regional offices (AbuDhabi, Dubai, Doha and Riyadh) and we assist our clients in bothcontentious and non-contentious matters across the entire MENA region.How are you positioning your business, raising your industry profile orexploiting your firm’s USP in the current market?• Brand exposure (so your clients think of you first)• Thought leadership (demonstrate your depth of expertise by presenting to your targetmarket)• Networking (create and enhance relationships and do business with clients)For more information on how IBC Legal Conferences can assist you meet your marketingobjectives and details on the range of business development opportunities available,please contact Ayo Fagbohun on telephone +44 (0)20 7017 4196 or email onayo.fagbohun@informa.com<strong>FIDIC</strong>: Enabling International Dialogue• <strong>FIDIC</strong> is the international federation of national associations of consulting engineers. Themembers of each national association comply with <strong>FIDIC</strong>’s code of ethics which calls forimpartial advice, competence and fair competition• Today <strong>FIDIC</strong> membership numbers 84 member associations from all parts of the globeand represents most of the independent practising engineers in the world• <strong>FIDIC</strong> acts as a forum for the exchange of views and information and actively encouragesthe discussion of matters of mutual concern among member associations. <strong>FIDIC</strong>publishes best-practice guides as well as widely used and internationally recognisedservices agreements and works contracts• <strong>FIDIC</strong> can be contacted by telephone on +41 (22) 799 4900, or visit the website atwww.fidic.org.Primer Day: October 21 2013(09:00 - 16:00 - Registration & Coffee from 08:30)<strong>FIDIC</strong> for Non-<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>A One Step Guide to the <strong>FIDIC</strong> “Rainbow” Suite of <strong>Contract</strong>sAttend this pre-conference primer day to acquire basic knowledge of the main formsof contract comprised in the “rainbow” suite of <strong>FIDIC</strong> contracts. <strong>FIDIC</strong> contract expertswill take you through the entire rainbow book collection and explain in detail thespecificities and purposes of each form. Delegates will also hear a summary of how<strong>FIDIC</strong>’s works contracts have become widely used industry standards and receivean update on the use, sale, translation, licensing, and recent developments of <strong>FIDIC</strong>contracts, worldwide. <strong>FIDIC</strong> experts will invite delegates to participate in practicalexercises exploring key concepts embodied in the <strong>FIDIC</strong> contracts.Coverage Includesn Different contract strategies addressed by the <strong>FIDIC</strong> suiten Detailed analysis of the <strong>FIDIC</strong> rainbow collection of forms of contract:- Green Book- Red Book- Yellow Book- Silver Bookn Risk allocation and business processes for the <strong>FIDIC</strong> suiten The growing influence of <strong>FIDIC</strong>’s suite of contracts in establishing world-classindustry standardsn How <strong>FIDIC</strong>’s major works contracts are being used worldwiden Comparative advantages of <strong>FIDIC</strong> in relation to other forms of contractn Emerging <strong>FIDIC</strong> users’ regions and hot spotsWorkshop Leaders:Aisha Nadar, Member, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES TASK GROUP(United Kingdom)Svend Poulsen, Project Director, ATKINS; Chair, <strong>FIDIC</strong> UPDATES COMMITTEE(Denmark)Post-Conference Workshop: October 24 2013(09:00 - 13:00 - Registration & Coffee from 08:30)Successfully Resolving International Disputes Under <strong>FIDIC</strong>This interactive workshop is designed to focus on the key issues commonlyfaced by owners and contractors who are involved in major development,infrastructure and oil and gas projects and who wish to employ soundstrategies for avoiding, managing and resolving disputes in an effectivemanner. Particular areas of focus include:n Dispute avoidance strategiesn Common areas giving rise to disputesn Effective claims strategy and managementn DAB process and enforcement of DAB decisionsn ADR options: including early neutral evaluation, mediation and otherprocessesn Arbitration: choice of seat and procedural rules - what are the availableand preferred optionsn Arbitration: fast track arbitration and options for controlling time and costsin an arbitrationn Arbitration: domestic and international enforcement of arbitral awardsn Investment treaty protection for major projectsWorkshop Leaders:David Brown, Partner, CLYDE & CO (France)Leo Grutters, Adjudicator, Dispute Board Specialist, Member<strong>FIDIC</strong> PRESIDENT’S LIST (Germany)To register or for the latest programme: www.ibclegal.com/FKW82397TT


<strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Americas</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ ConferenceDates: October 22 - 23 2013Primer Day: October 21 • Workshop: October 24Venue: Monaco Hotel, Washington D.C., USAVIP CODe: TT04Please quote the above VIP code when registeringFIVe eASY WAYS TO regISTerTelephone:Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 5478Please remember to quoteFKW82397TTFax:Complete and send thisregistration form to:Fax: +44 (0)20 7017 7805Email:annie.blundell@informa.comMail:this completed formtogether with payment to:Annie BlundellIIR Maple House149 Tottenham Court RoadLondon, W1T 7AD, UKWeb:www.ibclegal.com/FKW82397TTPayment should be made within 14 days of registration. All registrations must be paid in advance of the event.Your VIP code is given above. 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We are happy to accept a replacement delegate for the whole event, howeverdelegate passes cannot be split or shared between delegates under any circumstances.Three eASY WAYS TO PAYAdditional Requirements Please notify Informa at least one month beforethe conference date if you have any additional requirements e.g. wheelchairaccess, large print etc.TERMS AND CONDITIONS Attendance at this Event is subject to the IBCLegal Delegate Terms and Conditions at http://www.informaglobalevents.com/division/ibc-legal/termsandconditions Your attention is drawn inparticular to clauses 6, 8 and 14 of the IBC Legal Delegate Terms andConditions which have been set out below:Cancellation Policy: If you cancel in accordance with this policy, you willreceive a refund of your fees paid to IBC Legal (if any):(i) if you cancel yourregistration 28 days or more before the Event, subject to an administrationcharge equivalent to 10% of the total amount of your fees plus VAT; or (ii)Book bySeptember 20 2013SAVE $500$3,097SAVE $400$2,598SAVE $300$2,298StandardPriceSAVE $300$3,297SAVE $200$2,798SAVE $100$2,498SAVE $200$1,799 $1,999Primer Day Only: $999 $999 $999Post-Conference WorkshopOnly:$599 $599 $599q Cheque: Enclosed is our cheque for £ ................ in favour of IIR LtdPlease ensure that the Reference Code FKW82397TT is written on the back of the chequeq Bank transfer: Full details of bank transfer options will be given with your invoice on registration.To make payment by credit card: To ensure we provide the highest level of security for your creditcard details we are unable to accept such payments via email or fax, which ensures that these detailsare never stored on our network. To make payment by credit card on-line, please enter your creditcard details in our secure payments website that you will use when making your booking via the eventwebsite (the event web address is near the top of the booking form). Alternatively call our customerservice team on +44 (0) 20 7017 5478.if you cancel your registration less than 28 days, but more than 14 daysbefore the Event, subject to an administration charge equivalent to 50% ofthe total amount of your fees plus VAT. IBC Legal regrets that the full amountof your fee remains payable in the event that your cancellation is 14 daysor less before the Event or if you fail to attend the Event. All cancellationsmust be sent by email to professionalcustserv@informa.com marked forthe attention of Customer Services and must be received by IBC Legal. Youacknowledge that the refund of your fees in accordance with this policy isyour sole remedy in respect of any cancellation of your registration by youand all other liability is expressly excluded.Changes to the Conference: IBC Legal may (at its sole discretion) change theformat, speakers,participants, content, venue location and programme orany other aspect of the Event at any time and for any reason, whether or notWhen AnD WhereFKW82397Conference:October 22 - 23 2013Workshops:Primer Day: October 21Workshop: October 24Delegates are responsible for the arrangement and payment of their own travel and accommodation. Informa has arrangeda special room rate at a number of hotels. If you wish to book a room, please call Venue Search on +44 (0)20 8546 6166 orif you prefer you can email them at beds@venuesearch.co.uk. Please state that you are an Informa delegate.PerSOnAL DeTAILS1st Delegate Mr/Mrs/MsJob titleTelephoneEmailCOMPAnY DeTAILSCompany NamePostal AddressVenue: hOTeL MOnACO700 F Street NWWashingtonDC 20004,USAwww.monaco-dc.comTel: +1 (202) 628-7177Fax: + 1(202) 628-7277Department$300 Fax discountTelephoneFaxNature of BusinessBilling Address (if different from above address)Billing E-mail Address:Unable to Attend - event DocumentationNothing compares to being there - but you need not miss out! To order your online documentation, contactus via the ‘Five Easy Ways to Register’.q <strong>FIDIC</strong> <strong>Americas</strong> <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ Conference (Washington DC, October 2013) - £295 + VAT @ 20%q <strong>FIDIC</strong> Middle-East <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ Conference (Dubai, February 2013) - £295 + VAT @ 20%q <strong>FIDIC</strong> International <strong>Contract</strong> <strong>Users</strong>’ Conference (London, December 2013) - £295 + VAT @ 20%Documentation orders can only be processed on receipt of credit card details. To pay be credit card, please call ourcustomer service team on +44 (0) 20 7017 5503 or email your phone number with your documentation order toprofessionalcustserv@informa.com and we will call you. You can also pay by credit card via our secure payment websiteif you choose to order the documentation via the event website. To ensure we provide the highest level of security foryour credit card details we are unable to accept such payments via email or fax, which ensures that these details arenever stored on our network.Informa UK Ltd. Registered in England and Wales No: (GB) 1072954. Registered Office: 37-41 Mortimer Street, London W1T 3JH. VAT Registered No: (GB) 365 4626 36. IBC Legal Conferences is part of IIR which is a trading name of Informa UK Limited.oYes! I would like to receive information about future events and services via faxSignature:DepartmentFaxYes! I would like to receive information about upcoming events by email. By giving you myemail address I am giving ONLY Informa companies the permission to contact me by email2nd Delegate Mr/Mrs/MsJob titleTelephoneEmailDepartmentFaxYes! I would like to receive information about upcoming events by email. By giving you myemail address I am giving ONLY Informa companies the permission to contact me by email3rd Delegate Mr/Mrs/MsJob titleTelephoneEmailYes! I would like to receive information about upcoming events by email. By giving you myemail address I am giving ONLY Informa companies the permission to contact me by emailName of your Line Manager Mr/Mrs/MsJob titleDepartmentTelephoneFaxEmailBooking Contact Mr/Mrs/MsJob titleTelephoneEmaildue to a Force Majeure Event, in each case without liability.Data protection: The personal information which you provide to us will be heldby us on a database. You agree that IBC Legal may share this informationwith other companies in the Informa group. Occasionally your details may bemade available to selected third parties who wish to communicate with youoffers related to your business activities. If you do not wish to receive theseoffers please contact the database manager. For more information about howIBC Legal use the information you provide please see our privacy policy athttp://www.iir-events.com/IIR-conf/PrivacyPolicy.aspxIf you do not wish your details to be available to companies in the InformaGroup, or selected third parties, please contact the Database Manager,DepartmentFaxInforma UK Ltd, Maple House, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T7AD, UK.Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 7077, fax: +44 (0)20 7017 7828 or emailintegrity@iirltd.co.ukIncorrect Mailing: If you are receiving multiple mailings or you would like us tochange any details, or remove your name from our database, please contactthe Database Manager at the above address quoting the reference numberprinted on the mailing label. By completing and submitting this registrationform, you confirm that you have read and understood the IBC Legal DelegateTerms and Conditions and you agree to be bound by them.Lloyd’s and the Lloyd’s Crest are the registered trademarks of the Society incorporated by the Lloyd’s Act 1871 by the name of Lloyd’s.

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