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Vincent Rowan is a partner in our London office, whose practice focuses on the management and resolution of complex construction and engineering disputes. Vincent has represented clients (both owners and contractors) on disputes related to some of the world’s most iconic infrastructure and energy projects built during his 30 years of practice. He is recognized as a leading lawyer in the field of construction and engineering law by all major legal directories.

Vincent has over 30 years' experience advising in connection with major energy, infrastructure and construction projects, focusing on contract strategies, project management (as project counsel) and dispute resolution (arbitration, ADR and litigation).

His practice is international; he has advised and represented both owners and contractors on many projects around the world, including in Africa, the Americas, Asia, China, Europe and the Middle East, with a particular focus on the industrial, oil and gas, power (conventional and renewable) and transport/infrastructure sectors. His expertise extends to both onshore and offshore projects.

Vincent has frequently served as project counsel, working alongside and as part of a multi- disciplinary team tasked with the execution, management and delivery of major projects. He deploys this “real time” knowledge of project execution and the perspectives of those involved when representing clients involved in the resolution of the disputes that arise out of a major or “mega” project, most frequently using international arbitration and ADR (mediation and DAB included).

Vincent has appeared as counsel in many international arbitrations, including those conducted on an ad hoc basis or under the auspices of the leading arbitral institutions such as the ICC, LCIA, DIAC, DIFC, HKIAC, SIAC, UNCITRAL, CRCICA, ADCCAC.

Chambers UK 2021 notes that “His strengths are his attention to detail and analytical ability." "He has extensive coverage of construction law and is well versed in international arbitration."

Chambers UK 2020 notes that "His advice is practical, knowledgeable and direct” and clients “would not hesitate to recommend him for complex disputes."

Vincent is recommended for construction and international arbitration in Legal 500 UK where he is noted as a lawyer who “knows very well not only the procedure of arbitration itself, but the strategy to be taken during stages where a dispute is arising”.

Named Star Lawyer in 2019 in the Acritas Star Lawyer database of stand-out lawyers nominated by clients’ senior in-house counsel for their exceptional client service.

Chambers UK 2019 notes that Vincent is ‘singled out’ for “his experience and no-nonsense attitude which immediately puts the team at ease” and the way in which "he so quickly wins respect, which is very valuable as his advice can often change the course of a dispute”.

Legal 500 UK 2019 describes Vincent as “one of the best in technical construction knowledge”.

Chambers UK 2018 describes Vincent as “experienced and user-friendly” and “commercially-minded”.

Legal 500 UK 2017 describes Vincent as “an extremely capable, seasoned litigator who provides measured and constructive guidance” and “able to provide measured and constructive guidance”.

Chambers UK 2017 describes Vincent as "an extremely capable and experienced litigator".

Vincent is recognized as a Global Guide Thought Leader in Construction by Who’s Who Legal and has previously been described as London’s “foremost construction solicitor” by Who’s Who Legal.

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Credentials

Final Examination of the Law Society, The College of Law, London

LL.B., University of Sheffield, honors

England and Wales

Hong Kong

Ranked for London Construction: Supplier


Chambers UK, 2020

“His strengths are his attention to detail and analytical ability." "He has extensive coverage of construction law and is well versed in international arbitration."


Chambers UK, 2021

"His advice is practical, knowledgeable and direct” and clients “would not hesitate to recommend him for complex disputes."


Chambers UK, 2020

Recommended for construction and international arbitration and noted as a lawyer who “knows very well not only the procedure of arbitration itself, but the strategy to be taken during stages where a dispute is arising”.


Legal 500 UK

Named Star Lawyer in database of stand-out lawyers nominated by clients’ senior in-house counsel for their exceptional client service


Acritas Star Lawyer, 2019

Recognized for “his experience and no-nonsense attitude which immediately puts the team at ease” and the way in which "he so quickly wins respect, which is very valuable as his advice can often change the course of a dispute”.


Chambers UK, 2019

“One of the best in technical construction knowledge”.


Legal 500 UK, 2019

“Experienced and user-friendly” and “commercially-minded”.


Chambers UK, 2018

Described as “an extremely capable, seasoned litigator who provides measured and constructive guidance” and “able to provide measured and constructive guidance”.


Legal 500 UK, 2017

"An extremely capable and experienced litigator".


Chambers UK, 2017

Vincent is recognized as a Global Guide Thought Leader in Construction and has previously been described as London’s “foremost construction solicitor”


Who’s Who Legal

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Recognition

Ranked for London Construction: Supplier


Chambers UK, 2020

“His strengths are his attention to detail and analytical ability." "He has extensive coverage of construction law and is well versed in international arbitration."


Chambers UK, 2021

"His advice is practical, knowledgeable and direct” and clients “would not hesitate to recommend him for complex disputes."


Chambers UK, 2020

Recommended for construction and international arbitration and noted as a lawyer who “knows very well not only the procedure of arbitration itself, but the strategy to be taken during stages where a dispute is arising”.


Legal 500 UK

Named Star Lawyer in database of stand-out lawyers nominated by clients’ senior in-house counsel for their exceptional client service


Acritas Star Lawyer, 2019

Recognized for “his experience and no-nonsense attitude which immediately puts the team at ease” and the way in which "he so quickly wins respect, which is very valuable as his advice can often change the course of a dispute”.


Chambers UK, 2019

“One of the best in technical construction knowledge”.


Legal 500 UK, 2019

“Experienced and user-friendly” and “commercially-minded”.


Chambers UK, 2018

Described as “an extremely capable, seasoned litigator who provides measured and constructive guidance” and “able to provide measured and constructive guidance”.


Legal 500 UK, 2017

"An extremely capable and experienced litigator".


Chambers UK, 2017

Vincent is recognized as a Global Guide Thought Leader in Construction and has previously been described as London’s “foremost construction solicitor”


Who’s Who Legal

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Advised and represented a major European EPC contractor in relation to significant extensions of time and additional costs claims arising out of the upgrade and expansion of an oil refinery in Saudi Arabia.

Advised and represented a major European engineering contractor in an ICC arbitration in relation to extension of time and additional cost claims arising out of design, installation and commissioning of a metro rail signaling system in Taiwan.

Advised a major Korean EPC contractor on extension of time and cost claims arising on an EPC project for design and construction of a large gas–fired power plant in Saudi Arabia.

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Advised and represented a major European EPC contractor in relation to significant extensions of time and additional costs claims arising out of the upgrade and expansion of an oil refinery in Saudi Arabia.

Advised and represented a major European engineering contractor in an ICC arbitration in relation to extension of time and additional cost claims arising out of design, installation and commissioning of a metro rail signaling system in Taiwan.

Advised a major Korean EPC contractor on extension of time and cost claims arising on an EPC project for design and construction of a large gas–fired power plant in Saudi Arabia.

Advised and represented a multinational consortium owner in relation to EPC contractor claims (seeking extensions of time and additional cost) concerning the design and construction of a major, multi-train, LNG plant in Qatar.

Acted as project counsel to the multinational owner/operator of the Third Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul, Turkey. Advising on and supporting negotiated resolution of contract claims for extensions of time and additional cost.

Acted for a major Korean contractor in connection with the assessment, articulation and resolution of claims arising out of an EPC contract for a large metals processing facility in Saudi Arabia, following bond calls and contract termination by the owner.

Represented a major European engineering contractor in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning the upgrade of the instrumentation and control system at a power station in Cairo, Egypt.

Acted for a Korean contractor in relation to the engineering and construction of a UK petrochemical terminal for a middle eastern, state linked, petrochemical company.

Advised a South American contractor in respect of its significant claims against a state entity, and ancillary disputes with subcontractors, following the termination of its EPC contract for a waste facility in the UAE.

Advised and represented a multinational contractor consortium in (Indian) arbitration to prosecute contract claims (for extensions of time and additional cost) arising out of the design and installation of offshore facilities for an offshore platform in India.

Advised an oil major owner in respect of the assessment and settlement of significant claims and counterclaims arising during the execution phase of a major FLNG vessel project.

Advised and acted as project counsel to multinational consortium owner of a major/mega multi-train LNG facility in North America. Advising on all contract and legal issues during execution phase, including strategic resolution of the EPC contractor claims.

Advised an oil major owner in respect of the assessment and settlement of claims and counterclaims arising during the execution and commissioning phase of an FPSO in the Gulf of Mexico.

Advised and represented a large independent oil company in LCIA arbitration of contractor claims concerning the construction and operation of an oil field in Iraq.

Advised an oil major owner in respect of the assessment and settlement of claims concerning the continued deployment of an FPSO in the Gulf of Thailand.

Advised an international ports operator in relation to claims brought to a DAB by a Chinese contractor concerning the construction of a terminal in West Africa.

Advised a Korean yard on the terms of the EPC contract for the design and construction of an FLNG vessel.

Advised an international joint venture contractor on claims arising out of the design and construction of a series of major (national) transportation projects in Russia (airport, motorway and bridges/highways).

Advised a European contractor in connection with the assessment and resolution of potential claims by the utility owner, following an equipment failure at a power station, and the broader implications for the turbine fleet.

Acted for the multinational consortium owner of a sulphur handling facility in Qatar in relation to claims made by the EPC contractor (seeking extensions of time and additional cost).

Advised and represented a Japanese contractor in an ICC arbitration of claims for extensions of time and additional cost arising out of the construction of a major national highway project in Sri Lanka.

Advised a large renewable energy company in relation to disputes arising from the termination of a contract for the construction of a hydropower project in Turkey.

Advised a Korean contractor on significant claims arising out of the design and construction of an offshore gas project developed in the UAE.

Advised and represented a Japanese contractor in ICC arbitration of contract claims arising out of the construction of a large chemical plant in Singapore.

Advised and represented a consortium of (owner) national oil companies in UNCITRAL arbitrations of major claims arising out of the design and construction of a marine terminal, 1500km oil pipeline, field processing facilities and pumping stations in Sudan.

Advised and represented a Hong Kong contractor in HKIAC arbitration of contract claims arising out of the refurbishment of the Hyatt Hotel in Hong Kong.

Advised and represented a multinational contractor consortium in (Indian) arbitration to prosecute contract claims (for extensions of time and additional cost) arising out of the design and construction of the Delhi Metro project in India.

Advised and represented a Hong Kong contractor in HKIAC arbitration in connection with claims for extensions of time and money on a major earthworks contract in Hong Kong.

Advised a Korean contractor regarding significant claims for additional time and costs on a fertilizer plant project developed in the UAE.

Advised and represented a consortium of national oil companies in relation to the procurement strategy and the drafting of a suite of contracts for the design and construction of a marine terminal and related facilities, pumping stations and a 1,500km oil pipeline in East Africa.

Advised and represented a European contractor in a HKIAC arbitration in connection with claims for additional time and money on the construction of a river-training project in Hong Kong.

Advised a European contractor in respect of significant claims for extensions of time and additional cost on an offshore wind farm project in the UK.

Advised a Korean contractor on its claim for additional time and costs on an airport project in Oman.

Advised and represented a Government linked employer in relation to the construction and commissioning of a large process plant in Thailand.

Advised a Korean shipyard on the assessment and presentation of its claims for extensions of time and additional costs arising under a contract for the design and construction of a specialist decommissioning vessel.

Advised an oil major in respect of its dispute with a drilling contractor, regarding the early demobilization of a drilling unit from a field in West Africa.

Advised on, drafted and negotiated on behalf of the Chinese state linked employer the form of contract and ancillary project documentation for the design and construction of a major oil and chemical terminal in Hong Kong.

Advised on and represented a Chinese contractor in the negotiation of the contracts for the construction of a 1000km gas (transnational) pipeline in India. Thereafter acted as project counsel, advising on and negotiating the resolution of claims and disputes on the project.

Advised a number of contractors and consultants in relation to claims on the Hong Kong International Airport Core Project; providing representation in mediation, adjudication and arbitration.

Advised on, drafted and negotiated on behalf of the Indonesian employer the form of contract and ancillary project documentation for the design and construction of a major mixed-use development in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Advised and represented international design consultants in relation to claims on the design and project management of an airline facilities campus (Cargo, Catering, Maintenance Hangars, Training Centre etc.) in Malaysia; advising on and conducting mediation and adjudication.

Advised on, drafted and negotiated on behalf of the employer the form of contract and ancillary project documentation for the design and construction of the new international airport in Malaysia

Advised European contractor on claims concerning the construction of the Star LRT system in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Advised an Anglo/American joint venture contractor on claims arising out of the construction and commissioning of a 600MW coal fired power station in Malaysia.

Insights

Article · Source: Construction Law in Practice and Doctrine

July 1, 2023
Best Practice in the presentation and defence of delay claims in international arbitration

Newsletter

September 22, 2021
The Critical Path September 2021

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Matters

Advised and represented a major European EPC contractor in relation to significant extensions of time and additional costs claims arising out of the upgrade and expansion of an oil refinery in Saudi Arabia.

Advised and represented a major European engineering contractor in an ICC arbitration in relation to extension of time and additional cost claims arising out of design, installation and commissioning of a metro rail signaling system in Taiwan.

Advised a major Korean EPC contractor on extension of time and cost claims arising on an EPC project for design and construction of a large gas–fired power plant in Saudi Arabia.

See more

Close

Matters

Advised and represented a major European EPC contractor in relation to significant extensions of time and additional costs claims arising out of the upgrade and expansion of an oil refinery in Saudi Arabia.

Advised and represented a major European engineering contractor in an ICC arbitration in relation to extension of time and additional cost claims arising out of design, installation and commissioning of a metro rail signaling system in Taiwan.

Advised a major Korean EPC contractor on extension of time and cost claims arising on an EPC project for design and construction of a large gas–fired power plant in Saudi Arabia.

Advised and represented a multinational consortium owner in relation to EPC contractor claims (seeking extensions of time and additional cost) concerning the design and construction of a major, multi-train, LNG plant in Qatar.

Acted as project counsel to the multinational owner/operator of the Third Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul, Turkey. Advising on and supporting negotiated resolution of contract claims for extensions of time and additional cost.

Acted for a major Korean contractor in connection with the assessment, articulation and resolution of claims arising out of an EPC contract for a large metals processing facility in Saudi Arabia, following bond calls and contract termination by the owner.

Represented a major European engineering contractor in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning the upgrade of the instrumentation and control system at a power station in Cairo, Egypt.

Acted for a Korean contractor in relation to the engineering and construction of a UK petrochemical terminal for a middle eastern, state linked, petrochemical company.

Advised a South American contractor in respect of its significant claims against a state entity, and ancillary disputes with subcontractors, following the termination of its EPC contract for a waste facility in the UAE.

Advised and represented a multinational contractor consortium in (Indian) arbitration to prosecute contract claims (for extensions of time and additional cost) arising out of the design and installation of offshore facilities for an offshore platform in India.

Advised an oil major owner in respect of the assessment and settlement of significant claims and counterclaims arising during the execution phase of a major FLNG vessel project.

Advised and acted as project counsel to multinational consortium owner of a major/mega multi-train LNG facility in North America. Advising on all contract and legal issues during execution phase, including strategic resolution of the EPC contractor claims.

Advised an oil major owner in respect of the assessment and settlement of claims and counterclaims arising during the execution and commissioning phase of an FPSO in the Gulf of Mexico.

Advised and represented a large independent oil company in LCIA arbitration of contractor claims concerning the construction and operation of an oil field in Iraq.

Advised an oil major owner in respect of the assessment and settlement of claims concerning the continued deployment of an FPSO in the Gulf of Thailand.

Advised an international ports operator in relation to claims brought to a DAB by a Chinese contractor concerning the construction of a terminal in West Africa.

Advised a Korean yard on the terms of the EPC contract for the design and construction of an FLNG vessel.

Advised an international joint venture contractor on claims arising out of the design and construction of a series of major (national) transportation projects in Russia (airport, motorway and bridges/highways).

Advised a European contractor in connection with the assessment and resolution of potential claims by the utility owner, following an equipment failure at a power station, and the broader implications for the turbine fleet.

Acted for the multinational consortium owner of a sulphur handling facility in Qatar in relation to claims made by the EPC contractor (seeking extensions of time and additional cost).

Advised and represented a Japanese contractor in an ICC arbitration of claims for extensions of time and additional cost arising out of the construction of a major national highway project in Sri Lanka.

Advised a large renewable energy company in relation to disputes arising from the termination of a contract for the construction of a hydropower project in Turkey.

Advised a Korean contractor on significant claims arising out of the design and construction of an offshore gas project developed in the UAE.

Advised and represented a Japanese contractor in ICC arbitration of contract claims arising out of the construction of a large chemical plant in Singapore.

Advised and represented a consortium of (owner) national oil companies in UNCITRAL arbitrations of major claims arising out of the design and construction of a marine terminal, 1500km oil pipeline, field processing facilities and pumping stations in Sudan.

Advised and represented a Hong Kong contractor in HKIAC arbitration of contract claims arising out of the refurbishment of the Hyatt Hotel in Hong Kong.

Advised and represented a multinational contractor consortium in (Indian) arbitration to prosecute contract claims (for extensions of time and additional cost) arising out of the design and construction of the Delhi Metro project in India.

Advised and represented a Hong Kong contractor in HKIAC arbitration in connection with claims for extensions of time and money on a major earthworks contract in Hong Kong.

Advised a Korean contractor regarding significant claims for additional time and costs on a fertilizer plant project developed in the UAE.

Advised and represented a consortium of national oil companies in relation to the procurement strategy and the drafting of a suite of contracts for the design and construction of a marine terminal and related facilities, pumping stations and a 1,500km oil pipeline in East Africa.

Advised and represented a European contractor in a HKIAC arbitration in connection with claims for additional time and money on the construction of a river-training project in Hong Kong.

Advised a European contractor in respect of significant claims for extensions of time and additional cost on an offshore wind farm project in the UK.

Advised a Korean contractor on its claim for additional time and costs on an airport project in Oman.

Advised and represented a Government linked employer in relation to the construction and commissioning of a large process plant in Thailand.

Advised a Korean shipyard on the assessment and presentation of its claims for extensions of time and additional costs arising under a contract for the design and construction of a specialist decommissioning vessel.

Advised an oil major in respect of its dispute with a drilling contractor, regarding the early demobilization of a drilling unit from a field in West Africa.

Advised on, drafted and negotiated on behalf of the Chinese state linked employer the form of contract and ancillary project documentation for the design and construction of a major oil and chemical terminal in Hong Kong.

Advised on and represented a Chinese contractor in the negotiation of the contracts for the construction of a 1000km gas (transnational) pipeline in India. Thereafter acted as project counsel, advising on and negotiating the resolution of claims and disputes on the project.

Advised a number of contractors and consultants in relation to claims on the Hong Kong International Airport Core Project; providing representation in mediation, adjudication and arbitration.

Advised on, drafted and negotiated on behalf of the Indonesian employer the form of contract and ancillary project documentation for the design and construction of a major mixed-use development in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Advised and represented international design consultants in relation to claims on the design and project management of an airline facilities campus (Cargo, Catering, Maintenance Hangars, Training Centre etc.) in Malaysia; advising on and conducting mediation and adjudication.

Advised on, drafted and negotiated on behalf of the employer the form of contract and ancillary project documentation for the design and construction of the new international airport in Malaysia

Advised European contractor on claims concerning the construction of the Star LRT system in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Advised an Anglo/American joint venture contractor on claims arising out of the construction and commissioning of a 600MW coal fired power station in Malaysia.

Insights

Article · Source: Construction Law in Practice and Doctrine

July 1, 2023
Best Practice in the presentation and defence of delay claims in international arbitration

Newsletter

September 22, 2021
The Critical Path September 2021

View all

Credentials

Final Examination of the Law Society, The College of Law, London

LL.B., University of Sheffield, honors

England and Wales

Hong Kong

Ranked for London Construction: Supplier


Chambers UK, 2020

“His strengths are his attention to detail and analytical ability." "He has extensive coverage of construction law and is well versed in international arbitration."


Chambers UK, 2021

"His advice is practical, knowledgeable and direct” and clients “would not hesitate to recommend him for complex disputes."


Chambers UK, 2020

Recommended for construction and international arbitration and noted as a lawyer who “knows very well not only the procedure of arbitration itself, but the strategy to be taken during stages where a dispute is arising”.


Legal 500 UK

Named Star Lawyer in database of stand-out lawyers nominated by clients’ senior in-house counsel for their exceptional client service


Acritas Star Lawyer, 2019

Recognized for “his experience and no-nonsense attitude which immediately puts the team at ease” and the way in which "he so quickly wins respect, which is very valuable as his advice can often change the course of a dispute”.


Chambers UK, 2019

“One of the best in technical construction knowledge”.


Legal 500 UK, 2019

“Experienced and user-friendly” and “commercially-minded”.


Chambers UK, 2018

Described as “an extremely capable, seasoned litigator who provides measured and constructive guidance” and “able to provide measured and constructive guidance”.


Legal 500 UK, 2017

"An extremely capable and experienced litigator".


Chambers UK, 2017

Vincent is recognized as a Global Guide Thought Leader in Construction and has previously been described as London’s “foremost construction solicitor”


Who’s Who Legal

Close

Recognition

Ranked for London Construction: Supplier


Chambers UK, 2020

“His strengths are his attention to detail and analytical ability." "He has extensive coverage of construction law and is well versed in international arbitration."


Chambers UK, 2021

"His advice is practical, knowledgeable and direct” and clients “would not hesitate to recommend him for complex disputes."


Chambers UK, 2020

Recommended for construction and international arbitration and noted as a lawyer who “knows very well not only the procedure of arbitration itself, but the strategy to be taken during stages where a dispute is arising”.


Legal 500 UK

Named Star Lawyer in database of stand-out lawyers nominated by clients’ senior in-house counsel for their exceptional client service


Acritas Star Lawyer, 2019

Recognized for “his experience and no-nonsense attitude which immediately puts the team at ease” and the way in which "he so quickly wins respect, which is very valuable as his advice can often change the course of a dispute”.


Chambers UK, 2019

“One of the best in technical construction knowledge”.


Legal 500 UK, 2019

“Experienced and user-friendly” and “commercially-minded”.


Chambers UK, 2018

Described as “an extremely capable, seasoned litigator who provides measured and constructive guidance” and “able to provide measured and constructive guidance”.


Legal 500 UK, 2017

"An extremely capable and experienced litigator".


Chambers UK, 2017

Vincent is recognized as a Global Guide Thought Leader in Construction and has previously been described as London’s “foremost construction solicitor”


Who’s Who Legal