PPIM 2026: The 38th International Conference on Pigging and Pipeline Integrity Management
The midstream industry is gearing up for its most technical and specialized event of the year: the 38th Pipeline Pigging & Integrity Management International Conference (PPIM 2026). This event, recognized worldwide as the only forum dedicated exclusively to pigging and in-line inspection (ILI) technology, will return to Houston to define the future of pipeline maintenance.
What to expect from PPIM 2026? Organized by Clarion Technical Conferences, this edition promises to be crucial for operators and service providers seeking to optimize the lifetime of their assets. The event is divided into three key components:
- Training Courses (January 19 and 20): Prior to the start of the presentations, intensive technical courses will be offered by world-class experts. Topics range from “Introduction to Pigging” to advanced courses on defect assessment and risk management according to API standards.
- Technical Conference (January 21-22):Technical papers will be presented that address the most pressing challenges, such as stress corrosion crack detection (SCC), ILI data validation (API 1163) and the use of new ultrasonic and electromagnetic technologies.
- Trade Show (Jan. 20-22): The exhibit floor at the George R. Brown Convention Center will bring together leading manufacturers of smart pigs, cleaning tools and integrity analysis software.
Event Details:
- Dates: January 19-22, 2026.
- Venue: George R. Brown Convention Center & Hilton Americas, Houston, Texas, U.S.A.
- Focus: Maintenance, ILI Inspection, Repair and Engineering Evaluation.
Whether your responsibilities include safety, regulatory compliance or pipeline maintenance, PPIM 2026 is the place to find the practical solutions and strategic contacts your operation needs.
If you would like to learn more about this event or access additional resources, we invite you to visit the official website at https://ppimconference.com/.