The Asia-Pacific region has experienced a growth in construction projects in the recent years. In view that all-risks insurance is often required of any construction project, the construction boom has led to an increased demand in construction all-risks insurance. Yet, questions on the triggering of policy liability remain. 

In this session, we will discuss how policy liability may be triggered by “damage”. “Damage” is not an uncommon occurrence in construction projects. Often, however, insured parties are left wondering whether an occurrence is a “damage” or a “loss”? Insofar as an occurrence is a “damage” or a “loss”, there is the next question of what does “sudden and unforeseen” entail? Further, would there be exclusion clauses to prevent the triggering of policy liability? We will address these questions in this webinar session.

Webinar participants will be able to watch and listen to (via computer audio, recommended for security reasons, or telephone line) the video presentation and Q&A discussion on their screens, as well as participate in the Q&A discussion by sending in their questions to the moderator via text using the built-in Q&A function.

Justyn is an Advocate and Solicitor, and also sits as Arbitrator. Justyn has worked extensively for clients in the insurance and reinsurance space. He is highly regarded across APAC and the EMEA. His experience covers property and casualty, all risks, machinery breakdown, liability (including D&O, E&O, public liability and professional indemnity) and the pursuit of subrogated actions. Justyn specialises in resolving insurance and reinsurance disputes. He is experienced in all aspects of litigation and international arbitration.

Sinyee is an international arbitration and dispute resolution specialist with a focus on the construction and insurance industries. She has experience in construction all risks insurance, delay and disruption, extension of time, payment and variation claims. Sinyee has advised clients in Asia and the Middle East. She is qualified to advise on the laws of Singapore, England & Wales, New York and Western Australia.

About the Chairperson:

Ashok is a seasoned construction litigator and qualified arbitrator. He has represented a wide spectrum of clients in the construction industry – from developers to main contractors and consultants. Ashok’s experience includes acting as lead counsel both in arbitrations under the ICC and SIAC rules and adjudications conducted under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act. Ashok is a Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators and is currently serving as the Assistant Honorary Treasure in the Council of the Singapore chapter of the Society of Construction Law.