The tectonic plates have shifted once again, this time with trade tariff announcements from the incoming Trump administration, sowing the seeds for another potential supply chain disruption event. In times like these owners,...more
2/10/2025
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Japanese heavy-industries companies that typically act as contractors or suppliers on projects are increasingly invited to contribute as equity investors in the projects they construct or supply major equipment to, thereby...more
11/14/2023
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Construction Industry ,
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Heavy Equipment ,
Investors ,
Japan ,
Lenders ,
Operation & Maintenance ,
Ownership Rules ,
Performance Standards ,
Procurement Guidelines ,
Project Finance ,
Public Private Partnerships (P3s) ,
Supply Chain
Some construction industry commentators have urged a more integrated approach to design and construction, with equitable risk sharing and an effort to ensure that project design will benefit from the experience of companies...more
11/2/2023
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Construction Contracts ,
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Contract Interpretation ,
Contract Terms ,
Contractors ,
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General Contractors ,
Subcontractors ,
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