2026 API Inspection & Mechanical Integrity Summit
In 2026, the 10th API Inspection and Mechanical Integrity Summit will take place from July 20-23 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, TX. This is the industry’s premier event for inspection and mechanical integrity professionals and will include three days of technical sessions, expert panels, and exceptional networking opportunities.
Top reasons to attend:
• Gain knowledge and understanding of inspection and mechanical integrity issues that operating sites have faced and solved
• Hear about innovative solutions to inspection and mechanical integrity issues faced by operating sites
• Network with over 1,900 industry leaders, innovators, and like-minded professionals
• View and evaluate solutions from dozens of exhibitors showcasing inspection and mechanical integrity products and services for the petroleum and petrochemical industry
The 2026 Summit explores the theme “Maintaining Asset Integrity in the Evolving Energy Industry,” with special focus on how companies are adapting to changing energy landscapes while ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of critical assets.
Core Tracks and Subtopics:
Inspection/NDE/Monitoring — Inspection programs and best practices; Inspector roles and responsibilities; Nondestructive examination (NDE) techniques and applications; Integrity monitoring methods; Inspection data management systems (IDMS)
Metallurgy/Corrosion — Damage mechanisms; Corrosion control/mitigation; Coatings/linings materials & application; Integrity operating windows (IOWs); Corrosion control documents (CCDs)
Engineering & Asset Integrity Management — Risk analysis; Fitness-for-Service (FFS) assessments; Failure investigations/case studies; Big data and digitization; Codes and standards updates and guidance
Digital Transformation — Cloud and Edge Computing; Digital Asset Life Cycle Management; Digital Twin Technology; Big Data Analytics and IIoT; Automation and AI/ML
Storage Tanks — Non-Intrusive assessment methods for tanks; Cryogenic tanks integrity program; Fitness-for-Service assessment of ASTs; Elements of a successful tank turnaround management program; Finite Element Analysis – success and pitfalls in tank applications
Unmanned Inspection Systems — Non-Intrusive Assessment Methods; Permanently mounted sensors; Robotics/UAS/Drones for inspection/monitoring; Advances in unmanned inspection techniques and methods; Remote visual inspections