Calgary Welcomes Global Pipeline Industry for 30th Anniversary Conference and Expo

The pipeline industry's flagship technical conference will return to Calgary in September 2026 for a historic milestone. The International Pipeline Conference & Expo (IPCE) marks 30 years since its founding in 1996, drawing over 8,000 attendees and 300+ exhibiting companies to the five-day event Leader Post.
The IPCE has grown into the world's premier gathering for pipeline professionals. Founded in 1996, it now attracts 1,300 conference delegates alongside thousands of industry leaders and vendors. The event showcases the latest advances in safety, materials, and technology that keep pipelines running safely across continents The Whig.
The September 21-25, 2026 conference will feature a full technical program hosted by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) in partnership with the Pipeline Research Council International (PRCI). The three-day exhibition floor will display innovations in pipeline integrity, inspection, monitoring, and digitalization Leader Post.
Attendees will access a complimentary technical education program at the IPCE Knowledge Bar. This initiative ensures engineers and operators can stay current with industry best practices without additional cost. Sessions will cover construction, maintenance, materials science, automation, and infrastructure challenges The Province.
Calgary's position as a global energy hub made it the natural choice for the conference. The city hosts major pipeline operators and engineering firms. The 2026 gathering signals the industry's confidence in Canada's role in global energy infrastructure Fort McMurray Today.
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