2026 SMRP MaRS Conference

  • Conference
  • Tradeshow

May 12, 2026 8:00 am — 5:00 pm

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, & Technology, 7901 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX 77507

The SMRP Houston MaRS (Maintenance & Reliability Symposium) is the premier conference for industry professionals who work within maintenance and reliability. 

The conference includes breakout and speaking sessions, access to the exhibit hall (8:00am – 5:00pm), lunch, a closing reception, and more!

Don’t miss out on the SMRP MaRS Workshops, Reception, and Happy Hour happening on May 11th, prior to the conference.

2026 SMRP MaRS Kickoff Happy Hour

  • Mixer

May 11, 2026 5:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: Republic House, 7219 Fairmont Pkwy Suite 190, Pasadena, TX 77505

Kick-off the 2026 SMRP MaRS (Maintenance & Reliability Symposium) Conference with a Happy Hour at Republic House in Pasadena, TX! Grab a drink and meet fellow maintenance and reliability professionals, reconnect with familiar faces, and get excited for the conference and tradeshow happening on May 12!

2026 SMRP MaRS Workshops & Reception

  • Conference

May 11, 2026 8:00 am — 5:00 pm

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, & Technology, 7901 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX 77507

The SMRP Houston MaRS (Maintenance & Reliability Symposium) is the premier conference for industry professionals who work within maintenance and reliability.

Monday, May 11th will feature educational workshops, one in the morning, and one in the evening.

Morning workshop | 8:00am – 12:00pm

TITLE: “Building the Reliability Business Case”

INSTRUCTOR: Paul Casto, GE Vernova

Afternoon workshop | 1:00pm – 5:00pm

TITLE: “Mechanical Integrity: Enhancing Industrial Efficiency”

INSTRUCTOR: Daniel Rodas, GE Vernova 

CLEANPOWER 2026

  • Conference
  • Golf Tournament
  • Mixer
  • Tradeshow

June 1, 2026 — June 4, 2026 All Day

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX

CLEANPOWER unites policymakers, industry experts, and corporate leaders to solve challenges within the energy industry. This conference features discussions regarding topics such as wind, solar, storage, transmission, and more.

June 1st will feature a golf tournament as well as an opening reception later in the day. June 2nd-5th of CLEANPOWER will feature networking in the exhibit hall, breakfast, happy hours, and more!

Safety Excellence Awards 2026

  • Awards
  • Mixer

May 15, 2026 5:30 pm — 7:00 pm

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: Moody Gardens Hotel & Conference Center, 7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554

The Safety Excellence Awards (SEA) are presented annually to contractors or subcontractors in the Texas Gulf Coast Area who achieve outstanding on-the-job safety promotion and performance at an asset owner’s site or business during the year completed. The true purpose of the award process is for the participants to learn through observing other programs and the sharing of best practices.

Industry Business Roundtable (IBR) was founded to develop, share and promote best practices that improve industry performance in areas of safety, health, environment, workforce skills, work quality, productivity, and costs.

Heels & Hustle Oil & Gas Industry Night with Space City Distribution

  • Mixer

April 29, 2026 4:30 pm — 7:30 pm

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: Sammy G's District 70, 4141 E NASA Pkwy, El Lago, TX 77586

Join Space City Distribution at Sammy G’s District 70 Bar & Grill for an evening of networking, connections, and conversations that turn into great opportunities.

Heels & Hustle is a great event for anyone in oil & gas, petrochemical, industrial construction, and energy industries looking to expand their network. This event will also feature complimentary food, happy hour specials, and raffle prizes.

This event will take place upstairs, downstairs, and on the patio overlooking the water, so come ready to mix, mingle, and enjoy the atmosphere.

RefComm Galveston Expoconference 2026

  • Conference
  • Tradeshow

April 27, 2026 — May 1, 2026 All Day

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: Galveston, TX

RefComm Galveston Expoconference is a five-day event featuring training, technical presentations, as well as an exhibition hall. It is one of the leading conferences for training, safe unit operation, and production optimization within the delayed coking, fluid catalytic cracking, and sulfur recovery units.

Industrial Trade Show & State of Industry Mixer 2026

  • Mixer
  • Tradeshow

April 21, 2026 11:00 am — 5:30 pm

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: Doyle Convention Center, 2010 5th Avenue N., Texas City, TX  77590

The 2026 Industrial Trade Show offers a powerful wave of opportunity for local businesses and industry professionals. With 80 dynamic exhibit booths showcasing cutting-edge innovations and essential services, this event is more than a trade show—it’s a catalyst for regional growth.

Immediately following the Trade Show is the State of Industry Mixer. The mixer features a “Reverse Model,” where the roles are flipped: 10 major plants and top-tier industrial leaders host the booths, giving you direct access to the management and procurement professionals who influence purchasing decisions.

North American Mid-Year Industrial Market Outlook

  • Conference
  • Mixer
  • Seminar

July 29, 2026 All Day

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: Houston Marriott Sugar Land, 16090 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Join senior executives, business development leaders, and strategic planning professionals for the premier industrial forecast event of the year. Hosted and brought to you by Industrial Info Resources (IIR)!

IBR Crane and Rigging Committee June Meeting

  • Members Only
  • Monthly Meeting

June 9, 2026 8:00 am — 10:00 am

Location:

Gulf Coast

Venue: HASC Auditorium, 5213 Center St, Pasadena, TX

Join Industry Business Roundtable for its monthly committee meeting to discuss crane and rigging in the industry. This event is for IBR members and partners only, and takes place on the 2nd Tuesday of every month in the HASC Auditorium.

Industry Business Roundtable (IBR) was founded to develop, share and promote best practices that improve industry performance in areas of safety, health, environment, workforce skills, work quality, productivity, and costs.