"Amsterdam Court Ruling Highlights Key Lessons in Construction Law from Schiphol A-Pier Dispute"

"On July 30, 2025, the Amsterdam District Court ruled in favor of the BN-TAV consortium in a dispute with Schiphol regarding the construction of the A-Pier. The court emphasized that Schiphol, as the client, bore responsibility for design flaws, which led to structural issues during construction. It highlighted that termination of construction contracts in large projects requires significant shortcomings, and many of Schiphol's claims were deemed unfounded. The ruling serves as a reminder of the importance of clear design responsibilities and the potential consequences of contract termination in complex construction projects."