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A workable definition of a successful project is 'a project which has achieved its pre-set objectives'. The immediate follow-up question is: which and whose objectives? Traditionally, project objectives are (1) budget, (2) time and (3) quality, also known as the triple constraint or iron triangle. If, however, the objectives were also to include (4) completion and operation of the project to the satisfaction of all relevant stakeholders, and (5) without disputes, it would be possible to develop objectives that are aligned for all stakeholders involved. Including stakeholder objectives with the associated environmental objectives brings such projects within the realm of the triple bottom line concept of balance or harmony among economic, social and environmental interests. Such stakeholders should include not only the developer or employer of projects but also, typically, the contractor(s), project team, operator, clients, users, funders, relevant authorities and affected communities. If the interests of such stakeholders – whether using Free Prior and Informed Consent processes or not – could be mediated into high-level aligned objectives, ideally, there would be no conflicting interests. Thus, a higher probability of achieving success would be within reach. For the development of successful impact projects (ie projects with a positive impact on one or more of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while generating revenue), the challenge is to identify relevant multi-stakeholder groups and to develop a joint 'Ecosystem of Shared Value'. Probably, such projects would be part of larger portfolios or programmes leading to the development of corridors as an umbrella for further projects combining infrastructure, energy and related sectors. It is worth further considering to what extent location-dependent projects – such as those developed by the extraction industry, water or power projects – could act as cost drivers and catalysts for sustainable economic development, social and environmental benefits, as part of a long-term vision for regions to be developed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

An introduction to the journal is presented in which the editors discuss various reports published within the issue on topics including country law updates from the Philippines, Great Britain and Switzerland.

An introduction to the periodical is presented in which the editors discuss several topics including discussions on International Construction Projects' (ICP) forum, contribution of editor Brennan Ong in producing the periodical, and retaining the periodical in hard copy.

An introduction to the journal is presented in which the author discusses different article in the issue including a repot on role of financiers in construction industry, the changes in construction contracts in Switzerland and the government policy following the earthquake in 2010 in New Zealand.

An obituary for Steve Butler, past chairman of the Committee T of the International Construction Projects (ICP) is presented.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various articles within the issue on topics including claims for construction lawyers, factors determining the admissibility of expert evidence in handling disputes and social license.

An introduction is presented in which editor discusses various topics within the issue including opportunity given to contractors regarding rectification of defects, disasters occurred in international oil and gas industries, and amendments in laws of Turkey for ownership of property by foreigners.