The AMPP Annual Conference + Expo is a premier industry event targeting materials protection and performance professionals, held from March 15-19, 2026, in Houston, Texas, USA. The conference features a keynote speaker, John "Gucci" Foley, a former lead solo pilot of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, who will deliver insights on leadership, teamwork, and performance under pressure in his keynote speech, "Ignite a Culture of Excellence". The event offers a comprehensive technical program, including peer-reviewed sessions, papers, and presentations, with resources and guidelines available for chairs and vice chairs. Attendees can also participate in hands-on training and certification courses, offered before, during, and after the conference, at the George R. Brown Convention Center and the AMPP Training Facility. The event also features an exhibition with the industry's top corrosion and coatings titles available for purchase at the AMPP Bookstore, with exclusive daily deals and print-on-demand shipping. The conference is made possible with the support of valued sponsors, and their partnership helps bring together industry leaders, advance technical knowledge, and create meaningful connections across the corrosion and coatings community.
