Seoul, South Korea – 4 March 2019: On his recent visit to Korea, Andrew Woodward , Quantum Regional and Technical Director, took part in the 2019 Middle East Construction Market Analysis and Strategy Seminar hosted by the International Contractors of Korea (ICAK).
Andrew’s presentation entitled, ‘Strategy for Construction Dispute Resolution in the MENA Region’ discussed the risks contractors face across the MENA region; how to minimise project risks; the impact of the failure to properly administer contracts and how to prepare a successful claim. The presentation was followed by a multimedia presentation, produced by Quantum Digital that demonstrated the power of graphic animation in resolving construction disputes.
Guest speakers also included Phillipe Dessoy, President of the European International Contractors and General Manager, Business Development for Besix Group along and Ed James, MEED Director.
‘’All construction projects face challenges and today’s presentation gave us a unique opportunity to meet Korean contractors, lawyers and clients who are already working, or considering ventures in the Middle East. With our long-term presence working on multi-million dollar signature projects in the Middle East and our established office and team of experts based in Seoul, Quantum is able to bring a unique perspective to managing and resolving construction disputes in the MENA region currently being managed by Korean contractors,’’ said Andrew Woodward.
Jeoung Mo Yoon, Quantum Operations Director – Korea, also stated, ‘’The MENA region offers a countless prospects for Korean contractors but the risks remain high. Quantum is proud to work with ICAK members to share knowledge and help Korean contractors navigate the challenges.’’
Quantum is acknowledged as one of the leading construction support consultancies dedicated to serving the interests of the international construction and engineering industries. In addition to regular industry presentations, Quantum is also actively involved in the presentation of training courses and mentoring programmes. The company is regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and is committed to setting and upholding the highest standards of excellence.
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is the global professional body promoting and enforcing the highest international standards in the valuation, management and development of land, real estate, construction and infrastructure.
ICAK was established in 1976 under the Overseas Construction Promotion Act of the Republic of Korea. ICAK is the only semi-public organisation in the country that officially represents the interests of Korean companies in all matters relating to overseas construction and development activities. In addition, ICAK has 700 member companies.
About Quantum Global Solutions
As a trusted partner to global construction contractors and developers, Quantum is one of the world’s leading independent construction claims and dispute avoidance consultancies.
With our solution-based philosophy we bring clarity, insight and professional experience to difficult construction disputes facilitating open discussions to reach an amicable resolution for both parties on contractual and commercial matters, dispute resolution, dispute avoidance, forensic planning and litigation support.
Our expert consultants specialise in mediation, arbitration and adjudication providing expert reports, expert opinion and testimony in matters of Quantum, Delay, Construction Management and Technical Review at cross examination under ICC rules at international arbitration.
In addition, our unique differentiators include our partnership with construction delay and disruption technology specialists, Construction Dynamics and Quantum Digital, our inhouse claims movies creative specialists bringing visual clarity to the most complicated construction problems.
Quantum is also strongly committed to sharing our industry knowledge and experience with our clients and through the Quantum Lecture Series provides online, team and one-to-one training to promote a non-adversarial approach to construction projects.
With over 200 consultants, Quantum works across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the USA, Australasia and Asia where it also works it partnership with Plus 3 and CCR.
Quantum is regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and is an award-winning member of the communities we live and work through our CSR programme, Q-munity.