On 20 July 2023, we gathered for an illuminating discussion led by a panel featuring Mr Adrian Wong (Head of Projects, Herbert Smith Freehills Prolegis Formal Law Alliance; Director, Prolegis LLC; Secretary, Society of Construction Law (Singapore)), Mr Toh Chen Han (Partner, Pinsent Masons MPillay LLP) and Mr. Zaheer Minhas (Partner, Accuracy), on ambiguity in construction contracts. The session was chaired and moderated by Ms Moon Kua (Associate Director, Driver Trett; Chair, Society of Construction Law (Singapore)).

Speaking from their deep experience, the panellists shed light on some of the underlying reasons for the continued persistence of contractual ambiguity, and highlighted important considerations and practical insights in such situations. The session kicked off with Mr Adrian Wong and Mr Toh Chen Han sharing their legal perspectives on contractual ambiguity, from a drafting and disputes point of view, respectively. Mr Zaheer Minhas then offered a fresh angle on the issue from the perspective of a project consultant, sharing a range of practical tips and observations about the ambiguities that may arise on especially on large projects.

Construction professionals would do well to pay heed to the issue of contractual ambiguity as an area that continues to pose serious challenges and opportunities in practice.

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Contributed by:

Glenn Sim - Associate, Pinsent Masons