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FIDIC Sets Ambitious Agenda

Recognising the increased global demand for FIDIC products and services, the Executive Committee of FIDIC has agreed to additional investment in its regional programme. This will offer greater support to the industry through member associations, as well as to companies and clients. In addition to new contracts and business guides on procurement, materials are being developed for a more extensive training programme, currently covering some 40 countries. The draft business plan for 2014-16 will be launched at FIDIC’s general assembly meeting in Barcelona in September

FIDIC Guidance Memorandum to Users of the 1999 Conditions of Contract dated 1st April 2013

The FIDIC Contracts Committee and its special advisors have prepared a special Guidance Note to Users of the 1999 Conditions of Contract. This advice is designed to make explicit the intentions of FIDIC in relation to the enforcement of DAB decisions that are binding and not yet final.

Procurement Reform Top of Agenda

FIDIC has offered strong support for the planned reforms by the World Bank. With a new focus on Development Effectiveness, the Bank’s draft Framework recognises the importance of integrity, sustainability and capacity building as integral to the effective use of investment funds. Life cycle costing is likely to be adopted as core to project planning, with new roles envisaged for the consulting engineering industry. The debate can be followed through the Bank’s website.

FIDIC Newsletter March 2013

The latest FIDIC News of March 2013 outlines an active global programme bringing new services and products to members and their clients. Positive developments across several sectors confirm the buoyancy in the marketplace and opportunities for consulting engineers.

FIDIC 100 Years Working to Improve Quality of Life

Watch FIDIC's 100 Years Video! It shows the origins and development of the Federation since 1913. It also highlights FIDIC's key role and that of its member associations to improve quality of life through the promotion of quality, integrity and sustainability in the infrastructure industry.