Post-event update on "SCL(S) Annual Construction Law Conference 2012" (25 July 2012)

The 7th Annual conference held on 25th July returned to dealing with the object of the Society - promoting construction law and educating the public and the construction industry.

The morning session dealt with “Rights and Liabilities in Construction Contracts” covering –extension of time and additional cost; insight into procurement for complex projects; and consideration as to whether design responsibility could be shared. The afternoon session then dealt with the latest developments in construction law, both in Singapore (with the cases of Tan Juay Pah v Kimly Construction Pte Ltd [2012] SGCA 17 and CRW v PGN [2011] SGCA 33) and internationally.

Summing up, the conference this year brought to focus “Risks” – of the experience and knowledge of construction law practitioners; of causation and relevant rules imposing liabilities and responsibilities; of procurement; of design responsibilities; of parties that can best handle appropriate risks; and of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.