EPC | Energy Projects Conference & Expo 2027
Event Date
June 16–17, 2027
Location
Houston, TX
Expected Exhibitors
400
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Energy Projects Conference & Expo (EPC Show) is positioned as the largest global event for professionals working on major energy projects. It brings together five specialist conferences under one roof — LNG Export, Power Generation, Petrochemical & Refining, Nuclear Power, and Midstream — uniting engineering, construction, commissioning, supply chain, and operations & maintenance professionals across the entire project lifecycle.
The audience skews heavily toward decision-makers. The organizer reports that roughly 40% of attendees are owner/operators or EPC contractors, alongside OEMs, financiers, regulators, and technology and solution providers. Programming is curated by owner/operator advisory boards, so sessions target the real commercial, operational, and project challenges facing the industry rather than high-level theory.
Attendees come to hear senior energy-project executives, source suppliers from a large exhibition hall, and secure high-value introductions through a dedicated 1-2-1 meeting (matchmaking) service. With a substantial pipeline of proposed capital spending represented in the room, EPC is a prime destination for networking, sourcing technology and equipment, and forming relationships with the teams behind North America's most significant energy builds.
Show Highlights
- Five conferences in one venue: LNG Export, Power Generation, Petrochemical & Refining, Nuclear Power, and Midstream engineering & construction tracks.
- Senior leadership speakers: The 2026 edition featured executives from ExxonMobil Global Projects Company, McDermott International, Bechtel, Kiewit Energy Group, ABB, and a Commissioner from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), among others.
- Owner-led agenda: Sessions are shaped by owner/operator advisory boards (50+ industry leaders) to keep content focused on practical project challenges.
- 1-2-1 meeting service: A concierge matchmaking program arranges face-to-face meetings between exhibitors and attendees; the organizer reports 2,000+ meetings were set up in 2025.
- Large exhibition: Hundreds of equipment, technology, and service suppliers across the energy-projects value chain.
- Networking scale: Positioned as the largest event of its kind, spanning five major energy-project industries.
Attendance
The organizer reports 10,000+ engineering, construction, commissioning, supply chain, operations & maintenance professionals attend, drawn from across the energy-projects value chain. Approximately 40% of the audience are owner/operators or EPC contractors, with the remainder including OEMs, vendors and solution providers, banks/investors, associations and government, and media. The event also cites 250+ speakers and a large exhibitor presence across its five conference verticals.
Registration
Registration is handled through the official EPC Show website. The organizer promotes free attendance passes for qualifying owner/operators and EPC contractors ("Owner/Operators & EPCs Come For Free"). Companies interested in exhibiting, sponsoring, speaking, or attending can complete the inquiry form on the site to receive further information and the sponsorship & exhibition brochure. Specific paid-pass tiers and deadlines were not published on the site at the time of research.
History
The EPC Show is organized by Easyfairs (Easyfairs Group, headquartered in Twickenham, UK). It has grown into a multi-conference platform, uniting five specialist energy-project conferences — LNG Export, Power Generation, Petrochemical & Refining, Nuclear Power, and Midstream — under a single event. Recent editions ran in 2025 and 2026, with the organizer reporting attendance of 10,000+ professionals. A specific founding year was not stated on the official website.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Venue & Travel
Venue
NRG Center
8600 Kirby Drive
NRG Center is a large convention and exhibition facility within the wider NRG Park complex in south Houston, which also includes NRG Stadium and NRG Arena. The complex sits inside Loop 610 between Kirby Street and Fannin Street and hosts trade shows, conventions, and major public events throughout the year. Note: the 2026 edition of the show was held at the George R. Brown Convention Center; the upcoming edition is scheduled for NRG Center.
Parking
NRG Park operates large on-site surface lots serving NRG Center, with capacity for roughly 26,000 vehicles across the complex. Event-day parking is typically around $25 per vehicle and is card-only (subject to change). NRG Center events use Gate 10 at the corner of Kirby and McNee. No overnight parking is permitted, and on-street parking in the surrounding area is very limited. Spaces at nearby garages and lots can be reserved in advance through services such as SpotHero and ParkMobile.
Getting There
NRG Park is well served by public transit: the Houston METRO METRORail Red Line has a stop directly at NRG Park, making it a convenient option on event days. By car, the complex is inside Loop 610 between Kirby and Fannin, though local traffic can be heavy during events. Rideshare and hotel shuttles are widely available. For air travel, William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 12–14 miles away, and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) also serves the Houston metro area.
Nearby Hotels
Several hotels sit in the NRG Park / Texas Medical Center area, most within a short drive or walk:
- Holiday Inn Houston S – NRG Area – Med Ctr: Immediately adjacent to NRG Park (about 0.1 miles), with two on-site restaurants and a complimentary local shuttle.
- Courtyard by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park: Nearby, with a restaurant, outdoor pool, and fitness center.
- Residence Inn Houston Medical Center/NRG Park: Within walking distance of NRG Park; all-suite hotel with kitchens and complimentary breakfast.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center: About 1.9 miles from NRG Stadium.
- Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton: About 1.4 miles from NRG Park.
Additional options are available throughout the adjacent Texas Medical Center and Museum District.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the EPC Energy Projects Conference & Expo taking place?
The upcoming edition is scheduled for June 16-17, 2027 at NRG Center in Houston, Texas. The 2026 edition was held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.
Who should attend the EPC Show?
It is designed for professionals across major energy projects, including engineering, construction, commissioning, supply chain, and operations & maintenance teams. Around 40% of attendees are owner/operators or EPC contractors, with OEMs, financiers, regulators, and solution providers also present.
What conferences are included in the EPC Show?
The event unites five specialist conferences under one roof: LNG Export, Power Generation, Petrochemical & Refining, Nuclear Power, and Midstream engineering & construction.
How do I register, and is there a free pass?
Registration is available through the official EPC Show website, and the organizer offers free passes for qualifying owner/operators and EPC contractors. Companies interested in exhibiting, sponsoring, or speaking can request information via the site's inquiry form.
What makes the EPC Show worth attending?
The agenda is curated by owner/operator advisory boards to focus on real project challenges, and it gathers 10,000+ professionals and hundreds of exhibitors in one place. A concierge 1-2-1 meeting service arranges face-to-face meetings with senior decision-makers on-site.
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