FIDIC Red, Yellow and Silver Book: A Practical Guide to the 2017 Editions

FIDIC Red, Yellow and Silver books provides a unique drafter’s-perspective clause-by-clause analysis of the 2017 editions of the FIDIC contracts. Readers will understand how each sub-clause is interlinked and how to minimise and avoid future disputes through the accurate interpretation of clauses.

Key features:

Provides a detailed clause-by-clause analysis of the 2017 FIDIC Conditions of Contract

• Red Book - Works of Civil Engineering Construction
• Yellow Book - Electrical and Mechanical Works including Erection on Site
• Silver Book - EPC/Turnkey Projects

Takes the reader through each clause and explains their purpose and effect

• Explains how each sub-clause should be interpreted
• Provides information on the risks and pitfalls that can affect parties in their interpretation of the clauses
• Details how each sub-clause is interlinked and the consequences of their being used or changed
• Guides the user through how to use the various sub-clauses such as to minimise or avoid future disputes
• Explains the rationale behind FIDIC’s decision to bring out the new contracts, such as resolving where previous clauses led to disputes
• Gives an overview of the changes between the 2017 and 1999 editions and why they were considered important
• Illustrates the concepts with frequent use of flow charts and diagrams showing how the contract processes are intended to operate