The project is expected to lead to the creation of 14,200 jobs in the north east of Scotland and a boost of £6bn to the local economy over the next 30 years.
Transport Minister Keith Brown has addressed some 150 delegates from over 60 organisations at the event.
He said: "After many years of delay this essential project has gathered significant pace since the Supreme Court dismissed the appeal against the AWPR – with the immediate publication of the PIN followed by commencement of supplementary ground investigation works and now this Industry Day.
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"Ensuring that we deliver this long-awaited project for the north-east of Scotland through investment in the AWPR alongside our partners, Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire councils, is something we are committed to doing and I am very pleased to have been able to address major organisations from Scotland, the rest of the UK and across Europe today.
"The major works phase will deliver a huge uplift in employment opportunities across the construction sector and associated disciplines."
He continued: "The AWPR/ Balmedie-Tipperty project will improve journey times, reduce congestion and help open up wider markets for the regionally and nationally important economy of the north-east delivering benefits of both local and national importance.
"This government has taken forward the largest investment ever in the country’s transport infrastructure, completing a number of vital projects on time and on budget."
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