Visualization of Research Trend in Construction Law: A Bibliometric Analysis

Abstract

This study aims to identify publication trends related to construction law, analyse the scientific contributions of authors in construction law research, map key topics in construction law publications, and provide recommendations for further research. It examines the trends and patterns of publications related to construction law in the last twenty years using a bibliometric approach with the tools Publish or Perish (PoP) and VOSviewer. This study explores the publication trends and authors’ scientific contributions to construction law research. It has successfully identified six research clusters: sustainable built environment policies, construction law and risk management system, the legal framework for BIM-based construction, construction dispute management, sustainable development governance, and smart construction legal system. Based on these findings, this study provides recommendations for future research. This study offers originality by revealing publication patterns and trends and global collaboration networks in the construction law, which are rarely explored comprehensively. This study provides new insights into today’s most relevant and emerging legal issues. In doing so, this study maps academic developments and identifies research gaps and opportunities for innovation amid regulatory and technological changes in the construction industry.