Hochiminh City International Construction Arbitration Conference HICAC2023

Introduction

Arbitration is a dispute resolution mechanism commonly used in the construction industry in Vietnam and region, as it provides an efficient and effective means of resolving these disputes outside of the court system. As a developing country, Vietnam has seen a significant increase in construction activities, leading to an increase in construction disputes. The complexity of construction projects and the involvement of multiple parties often results in disputes arising from various issues.

The Society of Construction Law – Viet Nam (SCLVN) and the International Law Faculty – Hochiminh city University of Law are pleased to announce the upcoming Hochiminh city International Construction Arbitration Conference 2023 (HICAC2023) to be held in Hochiminh city, Vietnam. This conference aims to bring together professionals from the construction industry, legal experts, arbitrators, and academics to discuss the latest trends, practices, and developments in construction arbitration. As Vietnam continues to experience significant growth in construction activities, this conference provides a timely platform for stakeholders to exchange knowledge and insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the construction arbitration landscape in Vietnam and beyond. The conference will feature informative panel discussions, and networking opportunities to foster collaboration and promote best practices.

Theme: Complex Construction Arbitration

Organisers: Society of Construction Law – Viet Nam (SCLVN), and International Law Faculty – HCMC University of Law

Supporting Parties: Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC), ICC Arbitration & ADR – South Asia

HKA Quantum Expert, Maximilian Benz, will be taking part in the panel discussion on integrating BIM, Laser Scanning and other ICT tools in construction dispute resolution.

HKA Speaker

Maximilian Benz
Associate Director, HKA
E: maximilianbenz@hka.com

Maximilian Benz is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and an experienced Contracts Manager with over ten years’ experience which includes working for professional quantity surveying consultancies with contractors and developers.

In the last six years, Maximilian has layered this experience with expert witness and claims work for quantum matters in formal disputes. Maximilian has developed considerable knowledge having worked on a number of iconic construction projects globally. These projects range from office fit out projects to multibillion-dollar funded airports.

He has managed commissions to determine the contractual basis for claims, conducting forensic analyses of project data and accounts to determine the quantum (value), undertaking contract review and drafting reports for the defence and implementation of claims and expert determinations. Maximilian’s areas of expertise cover claims management, commercial management, risk management, quantum analysis and assessment, capital project advisory, estimating, tendering, contract advisory and post contract administration.