The IPLOCA Convention is a unique forum for IPLOCA’s members, media partners and guests to gather together and hold business meetings in a relaxed and culturally stimulating setting.
During the five days of the convention, top leaders and senior representatives of the great variety of companies that make up our industry are able to network, build business relationships and share ideas on the latest developments in a series of business meetings, technical presentations, tours and social events.
Programme
Delegates from pipeline engineering and construction companies, manufacturers and suppliers representing more than 40 countries attend the Open General Meetings on Thursday and Friday. Speakers tackle topics focusing on the business perspectives of onshore and offshore pipelines, new technologies, health & safety and the environment.
Open General Meeting 2024
Presentation at the OGM
Presentation at the OGM
Welcome Cocktail, Sorrento 2024
President's Dinner, Paris 2016
Maats/Liebherr Golf Tournament, Sorrento 2024
IPLOCA Corporate Social Responsibility Award sponsored by Total
IPLOCA's Scholarship Programme
Poster session
Delegates on a tour to Versailles in 2016
Delegates on a tour to Ayutthaya in 2019
Upcoming Convention
IPLOCA 58th Annual Convention
IPLOCA 2026 Convention
IPLOCA 58th Annual Convention 28 Sept – 2 Oct 2026 | Athens, Greece | Registration opens 12 May 2026 …
IPLOCA 58th Annual Convention
28 Sept – 2 Oct 2026 | Athens, Greece
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Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with the global pipeline & energy community in one of the world’s most iconic cities!
The convention programme will include 3 days of cultural and leisure activities followed by a 2-day business programme, continuing the successful format from our recent conventions.
Business Programme:
- Annual General Meeting and Open General Meetings, with presentations on critical industry challenges, updates on IPLOCA programmes, and announcement of IPLOCA 2026 Award winners
- B2B meetings: one-to-one appointments between buyers, suppliers, operators and contractors
- Poster sessions hosted by members wishing to showcase their company’s services and innovations
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
Cultural and Leisure Experience:
- Explore legendary sites including the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, the National Archaeological Museum housing Greece’s finest antiquities, the historic Plaka quarter with its neoclassical architecture and winding streets, Aegina Island, and more
- Enjoy special evening events celebrating Greek culture and hospitality
- Savour authentic Mediterranean cuisine throughout this vibrant city
- Experience perfect late September weather (25°C/77°F)
- Discover beautiful seaside resorts nearby for pre- or post-convention relaxation
Past Conventions
IPLOCA 2025 Convention
Over 420 attendees from 129 companies across 32 countries attended IPLOCA’s 57th Annual Convention, from 15 to 19 September 2025, at the Swissôtel Büyük Efes…
IPLOCA 2024 Convention
Over 500 participants attended IPLOCA’s 56th Annual Convention, from 9 to 13 September 2024, at the Hilton Sorrento Palace Hotel. In addition to the business…
IPLOCA 2023 Convention
IPLOCA’s 55th Annual Convention was held at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver hotel from 11 to 15 September 2023. The theme for this year’s Convention was…
IPLOCA 2022 Convention
IPLOCA’s 54th Annual Convention After two years of travel restrictions due to the pandemic, IPLOCA members had the pleasure of getting together once again. Gonzalo…
IPLOCA 2018 Convention
During the Open General Meetings (OGMs) on Thursday and Friday, high profile speakers covered a wide variety of topics including leadership and challenges faced in…
IPLOCA 2017 Convention
During the OGMs, three industry awards were presented: the IPLOCA Health & Safety Award sponsored by Chevron, the IPLOCA…
IPLOCA 2016 Convention
This 50th Anniversary Convention, attended by 600 participants from 33 countries, was the first one to be held in Paris; the city where the association…
