Legal column
Tackling the procurement challenges
Building a solid base in offshore engineering is about tackling the procurement challenges, says Will Gard
Viewpoint: As rail aims for efficiency collaboration is key
Unlike much of the economy which continues to struggle out of recession, construction in the rail sector is booming.
Viewpoint: Good time to understand the world of waste
Mastering current contract documents will pay future dividends.
Viewpoint: value versus efficiency
More for less in nuclear decommissioning, says Burges Salmon partner William Gard.
Viewpoint: Strategic directions
William Gard on the potential procurement opportunities for offshore wind
Viewpoint: Avoiding the dispute explosion
Amanda Henton on how swallowing pride can save money on expensive disputes
High speed but with caution
New changes in the planning system should help get new rail projects going, says Will Gard, chartered civil engineer and partner at law firm Burges Salmon LLP
Disputes cost: talk is cheaper
Settling disputes and preserving relationships is all part of the art of negotiation says regional director at Trett Consulting Bill McMurray.
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Burges Salmon is consistently ranked amongst the UK's most successful commercial law firms. Its national and international client base ranges from private individuals to government departments and FTSE 100 companies including The Crown Estate, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and FirstGroup. With 70 partners and a total of more than 600 employees, the firm offers a cohesive, communicative environment which results in strong working relationships right across the firm and an enhanced service for its clients.
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Trett Consulting is an international multi-disciplinary company, whose highly skilled consultants provide expert commercial and scheduling support to all disciplines within the engineering and construction industries. The company's services include commercial and contractual advice, advanced planning and programming, claim preparation and defence, and full capability dispute resolution covering all jurisdictions. Trett Consulting is part of the Grontmij group.
