The Microtunneling Short Course is returning to Scottsdale, Arizona, for its 31st edition. The premier event for microtunneling professionals will be held May 7-9, 2024, at the Scottsdale Stadium (Spring Training home of the San Francisco Giants), attracting people from all aspects of the market, comprising contractors, consulting engineers, vendors, owners, and more.
Moreover, with its industry-best technical schedule, the course offers unique networking opportunities where you can associate one-on-one with leaders in the industry. These incorporate:
- May 6 – Pre-game Rooftop Party at the Canopy by Hilton rooftop lounge from 6-9 p.m.
- May 7 – Welcome Reception from 5-7 p.m. at the Scottsdale Stadium Banyan Room
- May 8 – Microtunneling Achievement Awards Banquet Dinner at the Scottsdale Museum of the West from 6-9 p.m. (not included with registration)
Other features of the course comprise the Microtunneling Achievement Awards presentation and the annual meeting of the North American Microtunneling Association.
The course was founded in 1993 by Tim Coss (Microtunneling Inc.), Levent Ozdemir (Ozdemir Associates), and Bernie Krzys (Benjamin Media/Trenchless Technology magazine) as the only affair concentrated on the then-emerging installation technology. It continues to be the most extensive gathering of microtunneling professionals globally. In 2023, the event attracted 166 attendees from five countries.
The registration is open now. Further information on the course is available here.