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Construction disputes often involve more than on party and more than one contract. This can lead to so-called "parallel proceedings" and is frequently cited as a source of concern by users of arbitration in the industry. In recent years, a number of arbitration institutions have included joinder and consolidation provisions in their arbitration rules (including, most recently, the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (the "SIAC") in the 6th Edition of the SIAC Rules (the "SIAC Rules 2016")). Rob Palmer and Sinyee Ong discuss the issue of consolidation in construction arbitration, the relevant provisions contained in the SIAC Rules 2016, and the implications for those drafting construction contracts.

Contributed by Rob Palmer, Partner of Ashurst LLP Singapore
Sinyee Ong, Junior Associate at Ashurst LLP Singapore