Engineering projects, whether they are civil, mechanical, or electrical, are complex undertakings involving multiple stakeholders, with significant financial investments. They projects must often be completed within tight deadlines and with the involvement of many parties. It is perhaps not surprising…
On 10 July 2025, FIDIC Credentialing’s Certification board met in Geneva to discuss and strategize on the progress for the future of FIDIC certification globally. There were many notable firsts at this meeting: It was the first time since…
We at FIDIC Credentialing (FCL) are delighted to share an overview of our certification procedures and why it is important for members associations (MAs) to get involved and consider partnering with us to provide international certifications to the professionals it…
Managing engineering and construction projects can be complex. There are many reasons for this including the type of project, its location, the laws applicable in that country, as well as the expertise of those assigned to manage it. So, what…
It is generally agreed terminology that the consulting engineer is someone who provides professional engineering advice or services to the client. Many Engineers and consulting engineers would likely highlight that their role extends far beyond this. Providing expertise and guidance…
Can a dispute be avoided? The question is not as simple as it appears. International construction and infrastructure projects are by their very nature, complex, often requiring collaboration with several technical experts working with diverse teams and stakeholders to effectively…
The global landscape of construction and engineering projects is complex and fraught with potential for disputes. Recognising the need for efficient, fair, and timely resolution mechanisms, the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) has implemented Dispute Adjudication Boards (DABs) and…
24 January 2024 marks the sixth annual celebration of UNESCO’s ‘International Day of Education’. The theme this year is ‘learning for lasting peace’. It was chosen to raise awareness on the alarming rate of violence and discrimination across the world,…
FIDIC hosted a dispute avoidance and adjudication forum during the Global Infrastructure Conference (GIC) last month in Singapore. This event was split into two sessions which covered a wide range of topics that allowed both specialists and practitioners to share…
Adjudication provides a means by which parties can resolve disputes in accordance with their mutually agreed contractual dispute resolution mechanisms, with the aim of reducing the chances for the resolution by litigation or arbitration. In recent years, dispute avoidance and…
