09 March 2005
Welcome to the March edition of Projects Insights. Our industry is keenly interested in Public Private Partnerships, and their main features are well-known. Less known, however, are the policy differences between the states and how they could undermine PPPs' effectiveness, which we'll explore in this edition.
We'll also examine two common problems in projects litigation: getting the best from your expert witnesses, and making a global claim.
Finally, we'll consider changes in control provisions in PPP contracts and listing on the ASX, and how AusLink will further the Federal Government's workplace relations policy.
By Robert Cook.
All contractors on the Federal Government's new land transport plan must adhere to its National Code of Practice for the Construction Industry and workplace relations policy - but what does this mean for contractors, ask Robert Cook and Merrilyn Sernack.
By Owen Hayford.
Differences between Public Private Partnerships policies could undermine their effectiveness in delivering true value for money, says Owen Hayford.
By Steven Murray and Donna Vella.
Provisions in Public Private Partnership projects which restrict changes in controls could be holding back ASX listing for projects. Steven Murray and Donna Vella examine Victorian restrictions and ask whether they'll become more common - and what effect they'll have on listing.
By Philip Dawson and Donna Vella.
Global claims aren't unusual in the construction industry, but courts rarely allow them. As Philip Dawson and Donna Vella explain, however, a recent Scottish decision might change that.
By Frank Bannon and Victor Lau.
Expert witnesses are often used in construction and engineering disputes, but the complex rules governing their evidence are not well-known. Frank Bannon and Victor Lau look at these requirements and explain how they can be the difference between success or failure.
Owen specialises in privately and publicly funded infrastructure projects - and is one of our new partners.
Our new partner Michael has acted on behalf of both owners and contractors in relation to disputes arising out of a variety of building and infrastructure projects.
