• Tackle real challenges: Dive into critical issues like grid and planning challenges and collaborate on practical solutions.
• Influence policy and investment: Participate in sessions alongside decision-makers from government, Ofgem, utilities, and investors.
• Champion innovation and inclusion: Spotlight regional opportunities, showcase sustainability leadership, and ensure all voices are heard.
• All sectors welcome: From energy and infrastructure to finance, transport, tech, housing, and community, diverse perspectives are essential and encouraged.

Keynotes

• Calum MacPherson, Chief Executive, Inverness & Cromarty Firth Green Freeport
• Tara Schmidt, Executive Director – Transition Finance Scotland
• Stuart Black, Chief Executive, Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Unlocking Scotland’s Grid Infrastructure for a Net-Zero Economy

Scotland has the renewable resources to lead the world in clean energy, but unlocking the potential of its grid is essential to realise that ambition. The discussion will focus on the investment, innovation, and collaboration needed to deliver a future-ready grid. What opportunities can communities, industry, and investors seize in building a truly net-zero energy system?

• Adam Ezzamel, Scotland Director – RWE
• Christianna Logan, Director of Customers and Stakeholders – SSEN Transmission
• Professor John Underhill, University Director for Energy Transition, University of Aberdeen

Planning for Progress – Reforming Scotland’s Infrastructure Pipeline

This panel examines how reform can speed up delivery while ensuring projects are resilient, equitable, and aligned with national priorities. What changes to planning, procurement, and investment models are needed—and how can government, industry, and communities work together to deliver the right projects at the right time?

• Diarmaid Lawlor, Associate Director – Place, Housing & Economic Investment – Scottish Futures Trust
• Craig McLaren, National Planning Improvement Champion – Improvement Service
• Malcolm MacLeod, Assistant Chief Executive – The Highland Council
• Andrew Howard, Managing Director – Moray Estates

Enabling Infrastructure: Building Scotland’s Competitive Advantage

This conversation will consider how enabling infrastructure can drive prosperity, accelerate the transition to net zero, and create fairer opportunities across urban, rural, and island communities. From renewable energy and digital connectivity to resilient housing and transport, where should investment and collaboration be targeted to deliver the greatest long-term value?

• Tara Schmidt, Executive Director – Transition Finance Scotland
• Tony Rose, Director – Strategy, Place & Economy, Scottish Futures Trust
• Kevin Murphy, Director of Planning, Homes for Scotland
• Martin Johnson, Director of Strategy and Regional Economy, Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Investment Strategy for Ports & Harbours

We will explore how maritime infrastructure can boost global competitiveness, support offshore renewables, and deliver benefits for coastal communities. How can Scotland attract the right capital, balance commercial priorities with sustainability, and ensure equitable regional development?

• Michelle Howell, Assistant Director, Scotland – National Wealth Fund
• Bob Sanguinetti, Chief Executive Officer – Port of Aberdeen
• Jimmy Williamson, Executive Investment Director, Net Zero – The Scottish National Investment Bank
• Suresh Kumar, Deputy Director for Innovation and Industrial Transformation – Scottish Government

Thursday
1000 – 1615 – Conference
1615 – 1815 – Drinks reception
1830 – 2130 – Dinner
2130 – 2300 – Networking

Friday
1000 – 1200 – Conference
1200 – 1300 – Lunch

To book your hotel rooms now, please call the Aviemore Resort on 0344 879 9152 and ask to book into the Prosper Accommodation Block to receive a preferential room rate while availability lasts.

All tickets are fully transferable to a substitute delegate of your choice, should you be unable to join us.

A full refund, less booking fees, will be offered on any tickets cancelled up to five weeks before the event.

Tickets cancelled less than five and up to three weeks before the event will be offered a 50% refund on ticket cost, less booking fees.

Cancellations within three weeks of the event will not be eligible for a refund.

The dress code for the conference and dinner is business casual.