Register Now for the API the American Petroleum Institute 2026 COS Forum – Sept 24, 2026 – Houston, TX
September 24, 2026
Houston, Texas
Join the Center for Offshore Safety (COS) for the 2026 COS Forum, one of the offshore industry’s premier events dedicated to advancing safety, collaboration, and operational excellence. Since its inception in 2013, the forum has brought together leaders from across the offshore energy sector to share knowledge, exchange best practices, and drive continuous improvement throughout the industry.
About the Forum
The COS Forum provides a collaborative environment where offshore operators, drilling contractors, service and supply companies, regulators, auditors, and academic institutions come together to discuss emerging challenges, share lessons learned, and strengthen safety performance across offshore operations.
Built on the Center for Offshore Safety’s commitment to sharing industry knowledge, the forum continues to serve as an important platform for fostering innovation, enhancing operational integrity, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Who Should Attend?
- Offshore Operators
- Drilling Contractors
- Service and Supply Companies
- Safety and HSE Professionals
- Regulatory Agencies
- Auditors
- Academic and Research Institutions
Registration Fees
| Registration Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| COS Member | $425 |
| Non-Member | $525 |
| Government | $475 |
Cancellation & Substitution Policy
Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to registrar@api.org by Friday, August 21, 2026.
- Cancellations received by August 21, 2026, are eligible for a refund minus a $100 processing fee.
- No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after August 21, 2026.
- Registration fees cannot be transferred to another event.
- Registrant substitutions for the same event may be made at any time by written request.
Hotel Accommodations
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
2222 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77027
Group Rate: $179 per night
Attendees are encouraged to reserve accommodations early to take advantage of the discounted conference rate.
