The Scottish construction industry makes a vital contribution to the Scottish economy, both in terms of employment levels and GDP, and its continuing success is central to Scotland’s economic development and environmental objectives. The industry needs to build on skills and resources for the future as well as develop new practices and technologies to fully exploit all opportunities. In a competitive economic climate, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable development, which includes environmental concerns, is essential.

The Scottish Construction Forum will be hosting its annual conference in Perth on Friday 9th November.

Now in its third year, the conference offers a valuable networking opportunity for all those involved in the future of Scotland’s construction industry. The conference will attract high profile delegates from within the public and private sectors as well as a considerable level of media coverage.

Benefits achieved by attendees at last year’s conference included:

• An excellent understanding of the key aims and issues within the wider construction context.
• Hearing and meeting leading-edge individuals.

The main theme of the conference will be sustainability, which is one of the biggest issues facing the construction market.

The conference will provide an opportunity to hear from high profile speakers and participate in themed seminar sessions on topics such as delivering sustainable housing, sourcing sustainable materials, making sustainable investment work and the national planning framework.

Full details are available in the downloadable conference invitation, here, right.