FIDIC International Contract Users' Conference and Awards 2023
The Official FIDIC International Contract Users’ Conference and Awards 2023 is a premier event organized by the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC). Scheduled for 28-29 November 2023 at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City, this conference is a pivotal gathering for professionals engaged with FIDIC contracts, offering comprehensive updates and insights into the latest developments in the international contracts arena.
The conference agenda encompasses a wide array of critical topics, including the latest updates to FIDIC’s contract suite, discussions on emerging issues in global construction contracts, and sessions dedicated to dispute avoidance and adjudication. Attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the nuances of FIDIC contracts, explore the new Emerald Book Guide, and participate in interactive forums addressing current industry challenges.
In addition to the informative sessions, the event features a gala dinner on 28 November 2023, during which the winners of the FIDIC Contract Users’ Awards 2023 will be announced. These awards celebrate excellence in the application of FIDIC contract forms and highlight exemplary practices in project delivery worldwide. The gala dinner serves as an excellent networking platform, bringing together key stakeholders from across the FIDIC contracts ecosystem.
This conference is essential for professionals currently utilizing FIDIC contracts, those considering their adoption, or individuals seeking to understand why these contract forms are esteemed in the international construction industry. It provides a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts, gain valuable knowledge, and connect with peers from around the globe.
Speakers(17)
Charles Blamire-Brown
Partner at Pinsent Masons LLP
Chris Corr
Director at Built Intelligence
Elena Chiriotti
Co-founder & Managing Director at INCAS Partners
Fatima Balfaqeeh
Managing Partner at Balfaqeeh Advocates
Frederic Gillion
Partner at Pinsent Masons
Gerard Monaghan
Director at Nicholas O' Dwyer Ltd
James Mwangi
Board Member at FIDIC
Jan Jackholt
Director at European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
John Papworth
Director at John Papworth Limited
Koray Atef
International Tenders & Business Development Manager at Yuksel Proje
Koray Ate5f, with nearly a decade of experience at Yfcksel Proje, is currently the International Tender and Business Development Manager. A skilled civil engineer and tender/procurement specialist, he has extensive expertise in civil engineering areas such as highways, railways, metros, infrastructure, superstructures, and transportation systems. His key responsibilities include managing all aspects of tendering, contracting, and project management, focusing on complying with international financial institutions and FIDIC regulations. Ate5f is adept at reviewing draft contracts, negotiating terms, and ensuring contractual obligations are met on time. Academically, he holds a master's degree in Civil Engineering. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field, with a focus on contracting in the sustainable transportation field. Mr. Ate5f also contributes to the area as a member of the FIDIC Contract Committee (CC) and the FIDIC Future Leaders Advisory Council (FLAC).
Mark Wild
CEO at SGN
Mark Wild has more than 35 years of experience leading complex and critical infrastructure. An Engineer with Hons Bachelor27s Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, a Masters in Business Administration, and a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, Mark started his career in the electricity sector but the majority of his experience has been in transportation. He has had a long career in operating and building major transportation infrastructure. Mark is the former Managing Director of Westinghouse Signals and was the CEO of Public Transport Victoria. He is the former Managing Director of London Underground and the former CEO of Crossrail, Europe27s largest infrastructure programme. Mark took up the role of CEO for SGN, one of the UK27s largest gas distribution networks, in August last year.
Nicholas Gould
Partner at Fenwick Elliott LLP
Priscilla Torres Rossel
Legal Counsel at International Fund for Agricultural Development
Simon Chirwa
Practice Manager at World Bank
Taner Dedezade
Partner at Howard Kennedy LLP
Thaeds Chebatt
Partner at Pinheiro Neto Advogados
Victoria Tyson
Partner at Howard Kennedy LLP
Victoria Tyson, a partner in the International Construction team at Howard Kennedy, is an award-winning contentious construction lawyer with over 25 years27 experience in large, complex international construction and engineering disputes. She has particular expertise in the FIDIC forms of construction contract and international arbitration (including ICC, LCIA, SIAC, HKIAC, and UNCITRAL).
Event Details
- Date
- December 1-2, 2023
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- Leonardo Royal Hotel London City
- Pricing
- £1,174 - £1,834 (excl. VAT)
- Audience
- Professionals involved with FIDIC contracts, including engineers, consultants, contractors, legal experts, and project managers.
- CLE Credits
- A certificate of attendance will be provided to each conference participant which may be used for CPD verification in your local region.