Lubricant Expo 2027
Event Date
March 9–10, 2027
Location
Houston, TX
Expected Exhibitors
125
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryLubricant Expo North America is a free-to-attend exhibition and conference dedicated to the lubricants industry and its supply chain. It is billed as the ultimate destination for connecting lubricant solution providers with end-user buyers and the entire supply chain, giving engineers, executives and industry professionals the chance to discover new solutions, network globally and stay ahead of trends. The event is co-located with its sister event, The Bearing Show North America, creating a focused platform for innovation and collaboration across two closely related industries.
As the leading event dedicated to lubricants and related products and services in North America, it brings together exhibitors and attendees from over 80 countries, covering everything from finished lubricants to formulation ingredients and equipment. Attendees can explore innovations from exhibitors across the lubricant value chain, including lubricant manufacturers, condition monitoring specialists, application equipment providers, raw materials, additive suppliers and testing services.
For 2027 the show is relocating to Houston, Texas, one of North America's most concentrated industrial regions. As the center of the North American energy industry and a hub for base oil production, chemical distribution and Gulf Coast refining, Houston positions the event closer to the heart of the lubricants supply chain.
Show Highlights
- Co-located with The Bearing Show North America. By co-locating Lubricant Expo with its sister event, The Bearing Show, the organizers created a focused platform where visitors can explore the intersection of technologies, connect with decision-makers and save time with one event.
- Free-to-attend exhibition and conference. The world-class conference runs across the event and is free to attend, held on the show floor with two concurrent tracks covering industry innovations, challenges and opportunities through expert-led panel discussions and presentations.
- Broad exhibitor mix. Participating brands have included Lubrizol, Afton Chemical, BASF, Infineum, Kluber Lubrication, IMCD and Otodata.
- Sector focus for 2027. Reflecting the move to Houston, the 2027 program gives dedicated attention to high-growth, mission-critical sectors including defense and space, with topics such as PFAS-free lubricants and greases for aerospace and defense and bearing health monitoring for autonomous systems.
- Applied, practical sessions. Sessions are designed to equip attendees with insights to navigate evolving industry and customer demands, delivering expert knowledge and practical solutions that attendees can apply directly to their businesses.
Attendance
Organizers report an audience of around 2,000 professionals, including R&D, engineers, sales and marketing, distributors and procurement. The event draws exhibitors and attendees from over 80 countries across the lubricant value chain.
Registration
Lubricant Expo North America is a free-to-attend exhibition and conference, and visitors register online in advance. Registration also provides access to the co-located Bearing Show North America and the two-track conference program. Prospective exhibitors can request space and view the floor plan through the official website. For exhibitors, all contracts are for floorspace only (unless otherwise specified), and exhibitors are responsible for ordering drape (or shell-scheme) and carpet/flooring for their contracted space.
History
The inaugural Lubricant Expo North America and The Bearing Show North America was held in Detroit. The 2025 edition took place March 18-20, 2025 at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan. The 2026 edition was also held at Huntington Place, Detroit, running March 17-19, 2026 and organized by Blueprint Event Company Ltd. For its 2027 edition, the show is relocating to Houston, Texas.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 6, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Lubricant Expo North America 2027?
The 2027 edition takes place March 9-10, 2027 in Hall D of the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. The show has relocated to Houston after previous editions in Detroit.
How much does it cost to attend?
Lubricant Expo North America is a free-to-attend exhibition and conference. Visitors register online in advance, and registration also includes access to the co-located Bearing Show North America.
Who should attend Lubricant Expo North America?
The event is aimed at professionals across the lubricant value chain, including engineers, executives, R&D staff, sales and marketing teams, distributors and procurement professionals. It connects lubricant solution providers with end-user buyers and the entire supply chain.
What can I see and do at the show?
Attendees can explore innovations from exhibitors including lubricant manufacturers, additive suppliers, raw materials providers, condition monitoring specialists and testing services. A free two-track conference runs on the show floor with expert-led panels and presentations, and the event is co-located with The Bearing Show North America.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
The George R. Brown Convention Center is in downtown Houston at 1001 Avenida de las Americas, served by the Convention District transit station and two airports (Hobby about 10 miles southeast and Bush Intercontinental about 20 miles north). Two on-campus parking garages plus nearby surface lots and metered street parking are available within walking distance.
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