The Association of Modified Asphalt Producers (AMAP), a St. Louis-based international association dedicated to the development, production and use of modified asphalts, will host its 11th annual conference, Feb. 1-3, in Savannah, Ga., at the Hyatt Regency Savannah.

The event is open to anyone involved, interested or invested in the highway building industry. This year’s conference will focus on municipality-owned streets and roadways and highlight the importance of rural highways.

Attendees will gain insight on the pros and cons of the economic stimulus package as it relates to the asphalt paving industry, get an update on the availability of global raw material supplies and hear industry perspectives on the use of modified asphalt in the changing economic environment.

State department of transportation officials will also be on hand to discuss their experiences with modified asphalt use in the specific geographic regions.

During the conference, AMAP will induct Byron E. Ruth, PhD, P.E. and Professor Emeritus at the University of Florida, into its Paving Hall of Fame. Dr. Ruth was also recently named to the Asphalt Institute's Roll of Honor.

The first recipient of AMAP’s David R. Jones IV Scholarship will also be presented with his monetary award during the conference. University of Akron senior, Eric Coffman, was selected from a pool of highly qualified candidates.

“Our 11th annual conference is just around the corner, and we’re looking forward to another great event,” said Bob Berkley, AMAP executive director.

Registration opportunities for the conference are underway. Those interested in attending the conference are encouraged to make their hotel reservations by calling the Hyatt Regency Savannah at (912) 238-1234.

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