CBBG Group, A Vertex Company (CBBG) will attend Riyadh International Disputes Week (RIDW) 2026, taking place February 1–5, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. RIDW has grown into the largest legal event in the MENA region and is now recognized among the leading dispute resolution forums globally, attracting a broad range of international and regional stakeholders.
The week-long program brings together professionals from dispute resolution, government, academia, and business to examine legal, technical, and commercial developments shaping complex disputes and major infrastructure projects. RIDW serves as a platform for dialogue on arbitration, litigation, mediation, regulatory frameworks, and cross-border dispute management across key industries.
Meet our Team
CBBG will be represented by key members of its International Disputes practice:
- Walied Abdeldayem, Senior Managing Director
- Daniel Boatwright, Senior Managing Director
- Paul Comer, Business Development Lead
- Sean Hugo, Senior Managing Director
- Ivana Kocheva, Managing Director
Throughout the week, the team will engage with industry peers, clients, and regional partners to discuss evolving trends in construction and engineering disputes, claims strategy, and dispute resolution across the Middle East and international markets.
Supporting Complex Disputes Across EMEA
CBBG’s participation reflects its continued involvement in the region and its commitment to supporting clients navigating complex disputes and project challenges. As part of VERTEX, CBBG delivers integrated dispute advisory, expert, and technical services across EMEA and globally, supporting high-value projects and claims in diverse market environments.
Learn more about Riyadh International Disputes Week 2026, including the full program and event details, by visiting the official RIDW website.
To learn more on how VERTEX can support your project in EMEA or internationally, reach out to our team of experts, call +1.781.952.6000 or submit an inquiry.
The Author
Walied Abdeldayem
Senior Managing Director, EMEA
Walied is a Delay Expert specializing in forensic planning, delay analysis, and productivity assessments across major global construction projects.
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Daniel Boatwright
Senior Managing Director, Forensics
Dan is a Quantum Expert with expertise in dispute resolution, international arbitration, and commercial management across diverse global sectors.
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Paul Comer
Business Development Lead, EMEA
Paul Comer, Business Development Lead for EMEA, has 20+ years of expertise in business development, operations, and client management across the UK, Middle East, and East Asia.
The Author
Sean Hugo
Senior Managing Director, EMEA
Sean is a Delay Expert with global experience in dispute resolution, delay analysis, and expert testimony under DIAC and ICC arbitration rules.
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Ivana Kocheva
Managing Director, Forensics
Ivana is an RICS-Registered Delay Expert specializing in forensic delay analysis, claims, and dispute resolution across major Middle East projects.