AMPP Western Conference to focus on infrastructure in extreme environments

AMPP will bring corrosion and coatings professionals to Renton, Washington, Nov. 16-18, 2026, for a Western Conference focused on protecting land, maritime and offshore infrastructure in harsh conditions. The event will cover corrosion control, coatings performance and asset integrity, with a co-located rectifier course and registration open through Oct. 19.

Why it matters: - Harsh temperatures, marine exposure, remote access and demanding operations can accelerate corrosion and threaten asset integrity across critical infrastructure. - The conference is designed to help owners, operators and technical specialists compare practical solutions that can extend service life and improve reliability. - The event brings together multiple industries facing similar materials and protection challenges, not just one sector.

What happened: - AMPP will host the 2026 AMPP Western Conference Nov. 16-18 in Renton, Washington. - The AMPP Greater Puget Sound Chapter is hosting the conference. - The theme is “Extreme Environments: Managing Challenges for Land, Maritime and Offshore Infrastructure.” - The conference is open to professionals across North America and around the world. - More information and registration are available on the AMPP Western Conference webpage.

The details: - Technical sessions will cover cathodic protection and corrosion management, coatings, linings and inspection, fleet readiness, maritime and offshore challenges, materials selection, weld integrity and cracking, drones, robotics and advanced technologies, power generation, rail and industrial infrastructure, workforce development and safety, and regional challenges. - Full registration includes technical sessions, networking breaks, two exhibit hall networking receptions, lunch and Professional Development Hours. - The Hyatt Regency Lake Washington will serve as the venue. - A co-located rectifier course is scheduled for Nov. 16. - Don Olson of Mobiltex Data Inc. will lead the rectifier course. - The course will cover rectifier operation, functions and basic troubleshooting through instruction and hands-on troubleshooting. - Advance conference registration closes Oct. 19, 2026. - The hotel reservation deadline is Oct. 26, 2026. - Conference Chair Peter Harkins of Mobiltex said the event gives attendees a chance to compare experiences, learn what works in the field and connect with others facing similar problems. - Technical Chair Tim Harding of TC Energy said the program is built to connect field experience with practical solutions and emerging technologies.

Between the lines: - AMPP is broadening the conversation beyond a single asset class by linking land, maritime, offshore and industrial use cases. - The agenda suggests the industry is looking for solutions that combine field-tested practices with newer tools such as drones and robotics. - The inclusion of workforce development and safety signals that staffing and operational readiness remain part of the corrosion-control challenge.

What's next: - Attendees can register before the Oct. 19 deadline and book hotel rooms before Oct. 26. - The November conference will give participants a chance to benchmark approaches before entering the next operating cycle. - AMPP will also deliver the rectifier course on the first day of the event.

The bottom line: - AMPP is positioning the Western Conference as a cross-industry forum for practical corrosion and coatings solutions in some of the toughest operating environments.