Efficiency and effectiveness in the construction industry provides huge potential savings. Various forms of relational contracting such as partnering, public private partnership and joint venture are good examples of this. This study presents the principles of relational contracting practicalities and a series of case studies.

Over the last ten years public private partnerships have become ever more popular worldwide, expanding the body of experience among construction professionals, government agencies, and industry. In these economically challenging times, PPP has emerged as a crucial framework for providing infrastructure, and also to boost construction industry activity, while shielding the taxpayer from some of the cost. Understanding the lessons learnt is essential to ensuring the success of future projects, and this timely book will prepare the reader to do just that. Starting by defining PPP itself, part...