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2025 FIDIC Contracts

Overview

This seminar offers an overview and deeper understanding of the FIDIC Suite of Construction Contracts. Each of the different FIDIC books will be discussed and different analyses will focus on the most appropriate type of contract for different types of projects. During the course, the FIDIC Red book will be most closely analyzed. The seminar will also discuss dispute resolution clauses in FIDIC contracts.

Format

In-Person Only. Classes will start every day at 9:30 am and end at 4:00 pm. Breaks are allocated as appropriate.  We expect the classes to be highly interactive and may include presentations, case studies and exercises.

Course Outline

Types of Contracts – Different FIDIC Books

  • Overview of Green, Red, Yellow, Orange and Silver books
  • Comparison of key clauses
  • Identifying the most appropriate book for each type of project

FIDIC Red Book

  • Discussion of key clauses in red book
  • Variations
  • Delay Damages
  • Termination
  • Risk Protection

Contract Management and Construction Scheduling Considerations Under FIDIC Contracts

  • Construction Schedules: Important Scheduling Concepts & Terms
  • Float calculation example
  • Baseline Schedules
  • Baseline Schedule Reviews
  • Schedule Updates
  • Schedule Impacts
  • Constructive Acceleration
  • Extension of Time (EoT) Requests

Dispute Resolution Under FIDIC

  • Mediation clauses and process
  • Dispute Resolution Boards
  • International Arbitration

 

FIDIC Subcontracts and the White Book 

  • Standard of care 
  • Revocation of license 
  • Information by the employer
  • Construction administration
  • Variations 
  • Others…

Course Advisor

Akin Alcitepe concentrates his practice on complex commercial and construction litigation matters before international and domestic dispute resolution tribunals such as ICSID, ICC and the AAA as well as U.S. state and federal courts. Mr. Alcitepe is known for his meticulous preparation and expert tailoring of his jury presentations to decision-makers (bench vs. jury trial vs. arbitration) which produces favorable results for his clients. His experience includes litigation successes on the local, national, and international stages.