Regsiter Now for AMPP Annual Conference + Expo March 15 – March 19, 2026 in Houston, TX
Get ready! AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2026 is coming to Houston, TX
Join thousands of materials protection experts, industry leaders, and innovators for an exceptional week of learning, networking, and cutting-edge solutions. With 600+ hours of technical content, groundbreaking research, and a dynamic exhibit hall, the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2026 is an event you won’t want to miss.
As the world’s leading authority in materials protection and performance, AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance) unites more than 37,000 members across 140 countries. Our mission is to advance the materials protection industry through education, certification, standards, and advocacy, ensuring safer, more reliable infrastructure worldwide.
This annual conference is the largest global gathering of corrosion and coatings professionals, offering unmatched opportunities to connect with peers, explore innovative technologies, and gain insights that shape the future of the industry.
Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to welcome you to Houston!
General conference information
Conference proceedings
Access, search, and download all conference proceedings online. If you purchased a Full Conference Registration or Student Registration, your complimentary online access to papers will be available by March 9, 2026. You will be notified via email with a link to access the papers. For those who did not purchase an Advance Full Conference Registration pass, you may purchase the online proceedings at the member rate of USD$349 and non-member rate of USD$449.
Dress code
The dress code for all official conference activities is business casual.
Mobile app
Experience the full potential of the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo with our official app, designed to enhance your participation in the industry’s largest professional gathering. This user-friendly tool integrates seamlessly into your conference experience, allowing you to effortlessly synchronize sessions with your calendar, navigate the venue with maps, and receive real-time updates. Personalize your journey by scheduling one-on-one meetings with fellow attendees, maximizing networking opportunities. Most importantly, the app will be your essential guide for the Final Program, ensuring you have all the information you need right at your fingertips. Embrace this digital convenience and make the most of every moment at the conference!
Convention center accessibility
The George R. Brown Convention Center is committed to accommodating the needs of individuals with disabilities. It complies with all federal ADA laws. If you have any special requirements, email a description of your needs to customersupport@ampp.org and an AMPP staff member will contact you.
Guest Program
The Guest Program is a social program designed for the enjoyment of the guests of conference registrants. Guest program registration does not give attendees access to any technical symposia or standards committee meetings.
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