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SCHEDULE
| 14 May |
| 9:00 - 17:00 |
Optional Workshops |
| 18:00 - 20:00 |
Welcome Reception
Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel
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| 15 May |
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| 8:30 - 9:45 |
Opening Speeches and Keynote Address
Jeremy Glover - President, DRBF Executive Board of Directors
Ann Russo - Executive Director of the DRBF
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| 9:45 - 10:00 |
From Eisenhower Tunnel to Katse Dam - The Evolution of Dispute Boards
The Dispute Board process has a long rich history in the construction industry, originating in Colorado with the Eisenhower Tunnel, with many notable projects leading up to today.
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| 10:00 - 10:30 |
Break
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| 10:30 - 12:00 |
Africa Roundtable: Opportunities and Challenges Implementing Dispute Boards
This session will include representatives from all aspects of the DB process throughout the Africa region, including financiers, DB practitioners, contractors, and employers.
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| 12:00 - 14:00 |
Lunch
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| 14:00 - 15:30 |
Building Bridges Through Institutional Support
The essential role of FIDIC, NEC, ICC, RICS, MCC and other organizations provide essential leadership in the implementation of Dispute Boards globally.
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| 15:30 - 16:00 |
Break
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| 16:00 - 16:45 |
The State of Disputes
Assessing trends from research and identifying takeaways for the next chapter in Dispute Board application
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| 16:45 - 17:00 |
Close of Day
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Welcome Dinner and Al Mathews Awards Presentation
Pigalle Restaurant *registration required*
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| 16 May |
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| 8:30 - 9:00 |
DRBF Annual Meeting
The DRBF's annual report to members, livestream from Cape Town |
| 9:00 - 10:00 |
Navigating Construction Disputes in Mining Projects: Experiences and Strategies
Explore experiences and specific challenges encountered in the mining sector, with a look at the BHP Pilop Program in Chile, several contracts in Africa, and dispute resolution clauses in ECPM contracts.
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| 10:00 - 10:30 |
Break |
| 10:30 - 11:30 |
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Efficient Resolution of Disputes
This session will demonstrate methods by which a Dispute Board may leverage AI tools to identify potential conflicts, provide advice to the parties, and to enhance efficiency in the decision-making process. Through practical insights and real-world applications that are discussed in the optional AI Workshop, the presenters will demonstrate real-time innovative approaches to DB procedures.
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| 11:30 - 12:15 |
DRBF Practice Guides: Improving DB Implementation
Key takeaways from the DRBF's latest Practice Guides covering essential topics such as Guideline for the Use of Artificial Intelligence by Dispute Boards, DB Member's Guide to Effective Site Visits, and DB User's Guide to Effective DB Member Appointments.
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| 12:15 - 13:00 |
Looking Ahead: The Next Frontier for Dispute Boards
Moderator: Ann Russo - Executive Director, DRBF
Jeremy Glover - President, DRBF Executive Board
Diane Gollhofer - President, DRBF Region 1 Board of Directors
Aisha Nadar - President-elect, DRBF Region 2 Board of Directors
Ian McIntyre - President, DRBF Region 3 Board of Directors
Marcela Radovic - President, DRBF Region 4 Board of Directors
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| 13:00 - 14:00 |
Lunch
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Optional Afternoon Outing: Group Tour to Robben Island
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