19 December 2024

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WORLD CLASS FORENSIC
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FORENSIC ENGINEERING | EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES

Expert Witness Services


Delay:  Forensic Delay and Disruption Analysis
Quantum: Cost Estimation, Quantum Analysis
Technical: Multi-disciplinary, coordinating and subject matter experts.


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Expert technical advice on insurance claims (Root Cause Analysis, reinstatement, timeline), project development, and independent progress (time) and cost (quantum) project management.

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DAC recent events:


IBA Mexico! DAC Consulting Services was thrilled to be present at the IBA Annual Conference 2024 which was held in September. Excellent events, excellent presentations, and especially excellent people around the city. DAC Mexico is proud to have settled here and looking forward to support Mexico and the LATAM region for many years to come, Miguel Hernández,Reinaldo ScannoneandDaniel A. Correa.


La oficina de DAC en México es una realidad!



Nos complace informar que DAC Consulting Services ha formalizado legalmente su constitución en México. Este es un paso estratégico que nos permitirá seguir fortaleciendo nuestra presencia en la región, brindar un servicio más cercano y continuar apoyando a nuestros clientes con ingeniería forense de excelencia para ayudar a la resolución de disputas y toma de decisiones en reclamos de seguros.

Daniel Correa, Managing Director de DAC, comenta al respecto: "Establecer nuestra oficina en México no solo reafirma nuestro compromiso con la región, sino que también refleja nuestra visión de crecer junto a nuestros clientes, ofreciendo soluciones a la medida de sus necesidades."

Agradecemos a nuestros colaboradores, socios y clientes por su confianza en esta emocionante etapa de expansión.


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Stathis Maliakis enjoyed the chance to visit the MEECON (Middle East Energy Conference) in October, which took place in Dubai! Throughout the day, energy market insurance professionals engaged in enlightening and motivating conversations, and during the breaks, there was excellent business networking.

DAC Consulting Services Forensic Engineering team in Dubai is growing and expanding significantly, ready to support insurers and loss-adjusters in insurance claims, reinstatements, RC(F)As and Forensic Inspections.

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DAC Consulting Service thoroughly enjoyed participating in GAR Live: Civil Law Summit 2024 in Madrid. Catching up with so many clients and co-workers was wonderful.s


DAC Consulting Services was proud to sponsor and be present at the Sir Michael Davies lecture by the The Expert Witness Institute. In particular, Mr Justice Trower gave a fascinating look into the theme of ‘Independence, bias and conflicts of interest: when might the independence of an expert’s evidence be regarded by the court as compromised, and what are the consequences when it is?’.

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DAC Consulting Services was thrilled to be present at the Onshore Energy Conference 2024 in November. A great event, with excellent presentations, and especially excellent people around the city.  Bob Coates , Matt Borrelli , Lorman Correa and Daniel A. Correa.

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DAC Consulting Services had a brilliant week in Dubai for Dubai Arbitration Week. We also had the pleasure of hosting a panel of distinguished speakers, Construction Disputes: Assembling Winning Teams, led by our Head of Power Efstathios Maliakis, and including Yolanda Walker, Ahmed Ibrahim, William Prasifka and Erik Christiaen. Many insightful ideas were shared, and the audience engaged with great enthusiasm! In fact, a few attendees mentioned, "This was the best panel we've attended during DAW!"—a truly gratifying compliment to receive.

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DAC Consulting Services was happy to participate in the Arbitration in 2 Worlds UK  which was held the end of November, and join an excellent panel of specialists.

Panel discussion: Energy and Arbitration. Five panelists in front of a screen with speakers' names, November 25.

DAC Consulting Services was thrilled to attend the HardTalk Miami 2024 and participate in the conversation about the Challenges in Taking Evidence in Infrastructure Disputes in Latin America  The turnout and event were fantastic, and we are already excited for next year!

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DAC Consulting Services made another appearance at the 22nd ICC Miami Conference on International Arbitration and had an amazing week in Miami.

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We are delighted that our Managing Director Daniel A. Correa was recommended from Lexology for this new recognition in the category of "Consulting Experts - Construction - Quantum, Delay & Technical" and continuous recognition in the Construction Index.

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DAC Articles:

Please take a look at the new article written by Panayiotis Pantaridis The Transformative Role of BIM in Forensic Delay Analysis for Complex Projects. On the role of Building Information Modelling relation to Delay Analysis in construction projects.

 

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Navigating Geotechnical Challenges in Construction Projects: The Role of DAC Consulting Services

Geotechnical engineering plays a crucial role in the planning and execution of construction projects. From foundational stability to the management of complex soil conditions, every project depends heavily on geotechnical assessments to ensure safety and success. When issues arise, they can have far-reaching consequences, leading to delays, budget overruns, and even structural failures. This is where DAC Consulting Services steps in, offering specialized forensic engineering and expert witness services to address and resolve complex geotechnical disputes on a global scale.

GAR Live Civil Law Summit in Madrid, 9-10 Oct. 2024, Thompson Hotel, with city skyline.

What to look forward to in 2025

With the assurance that we are contributing value to any claims or disputes we become engaged in, we look forward to expanding our network of specialists globally as well as our clients and supporters.


We certainly welcome 2025 with open arms!

Event announcement: 22nd ICC Miami Conference on International Arbitration, Dec 1-3, 2024, in Miami.
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