“It is no overstatement to say that Mr Chow is the doyen of Singapore construction law and is perhaps the foremost authority on this topic. Previous editions of this tome, as well as other publications by Mr Chow, have been cited in a significant number of decisions by courts at every level.”

 Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon

Supreme Court of Singapore (Foreword to the 5th Edition)

 

 “…Mr Chow Kok Fong is a distinguished legal expert with considerable expertise in construction law. He adeptly integrates theoretical analysis with practical guidance, positioning the book as an indispensable resource for legal practitioners…”

 Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Binti Tuan Mat

Federal Court, Malaysia (Foreword to the 6th Edition)

 

This book has established itself as the leading title on construction law in this region since the release of its first edition 37 years ago.  The 6th edition covers a period within which the industry is increasingly driven by the adoption of new construction procurement models, digital technologies and integrated project delivery systems. The 6th edition reviews issues such as risk allocation, variations, disruptions and prolongation in the context of this changing contractual landscape in the industry.   It features a new chapter on construction defects. All the other chapters are extensively revised and updated.

 

The text addresses the principles laid down in several landmark decisions including:

 

• ICOP Construction (SG) Pte Ltd v Tiong Seng Civil Engineering Pte Ltd (2024)

• Triple Point Technology Inc v PTT Public Company Ltd (2021)

• Denka Advantech Pte Ltd v Seraya Energy Pte Ltd (2020) 

• Terrenus Energy SL2 Pte Ltd v Attika Interior + MEP Pte Ltd (2023)

 

Author
Mr Chow Kok Fong, is highly regarded by legal practitioners and construction professionals alike. He had a 33-year career in the industry during which he has helmed a government agency and entities involved with construction, real estate and airport investments. He has taken on tribunal and dispute resolution work on a full-time basis since 2008.  Mr Chow was the former chairman of the Society of Construction Law in Singapore and the Founder President of the Society of Project Managers in Singapore.   

 

Jurisdictions: Singapore and Malaysia