Registration is now open for the Academy 9 Conference, which will take place on 19-20 March, 2019 at the MacDonald Aviemore Resort in Aviemore.

Transport Scotland's £3 billion A9 Dualling programme between Perth and Inverness is inspiring the next generation of engineering talent through Academy9.

The Academy9 framework, modelled on the "Curriculum for Excellence," is a progressive, evolving programme of activities and experiences, aimed at pupils, students, teachers, parents / carers, infrastructure professionals and the wider community.

The objective is to enable knowledge exchange at all levels and promote employment opportunities in the sector to future generations.

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CECA Scotland Chief Executive, Grahame Barn will be delivering workshops over the two days and will be joined by a number of keynote speakers, including Kate Myers (Head of Skills & Employment, HS2).

The event will provide an excellent opportunity for engineering, infrastructure and education professionals to share knowledge, experience and best practice

It will also showcase how the Academy9 framework will be a catalyst for change and innovation, leaving an invaluable educational legacy.

Conference themes are:

• Bringing innovation and knowledge exchange to the A9 Dualling Programme.

• Exemplars of infrastructure industry and education working in partnership to deliver innovative STEM learning and positive employment opportunities to young people.

• Diversity of STEM opportunities within the infrastructure sector.

• Inspiring and supporting young people to achieve their potential.

• Tailoring STEM skills to meet the needs of schools and businesses in Scotland.

A full Conference agenda and regular updates can be accessed on the Academy9 website: academy9conference.co.uk