NSSGA AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo 2027
Event Date
March 15–17, 2027
Location
New Orleans, LA
Expected Exhibitors
450
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo is the aggregates industry's leading exposition and education event, produced by the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and managed by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). Held two out of every three-year cycle, except during CONEXPO-CON/AGG years, AGG1 features in-depth industry-focused educational programming and comprehensive exhibits that showcase the latest technologies and innovations in aggregates-related equipment, products and services. The 2027 edition takes place March 15-17 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans and is co-located with World of Asphalt.
AGG1 is geared toward crushed stone producers, plant operators, sand and gravel producers, industry equipment manufacturers, construction materials professionals and those involved with highway construction worldwide. Signature learning programs such as the AGG1 Academy cover topics ranging from plant operations, production, business and people management, sustainability, and safety and health.
Attendees gain access to a large exhibit floor, expert-led education and high-level networking in one destination. Co-location with World of Asphalt expands the equipment, technology and product offerings across the aggregates and asphalt supply chains, making the show a one-stop resource for the year's newest solutions.
Show Highlights
- AGG1 Academy education program: industry-focused sessions covering plant operations, production, business and people management, sustainability, and safety and health, with opportunities to earn PDHs.
- Comprehensive expo floor featuring the latest aggregates-related equipment, products and services.
- Co-located with World of Asphalt, broadening the range of exhibits and education across both industries.
- Scale: the show promotes roughly 250,000 net square feet of exhibits, 450+ exhibitors and 120 education sessions.
- High-level networking with producers, contractors, engineers and manufacturers from across North America and beyond.
Attendance
The official site promotes the show "by the numbers" as approximately 250,000 net square feet of exhibit space, 450+ exhibitors and 120 education sessions. A verified total attendee headcount for the 2027 edition was not published at the time of writing.
Registration
Registration details and pricing for the 2027 show had not yet been published at the time of writing. Exhibit space cost does not include Exhibitor Show Badges, and registration dates and details were still to be announced.
A few things to know when registration opens:
- Maritz is the official registration provider. Maritz is the only company that can sell registration, education and lead retrieval for the show, and attendee contact lists are never for sale by Maritz or show management.
- Be cautious of unsolicited offers to sell attendee lists, as these are not authorized by show management.
- For questions, the AGG1 customer service team can be reached at +1-864-515-6679.
History
AGG1 is produced by the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and managed by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). It is held two out of every three-year cycle, except during CONEXPO-CON/AGG years, and is the aggregates industry's leading exposition and education resource. The event is regularly co-located with World of Asphalt and rotates among major U.S. convention cities; the 2025 edition was held in St. Louis, and the 2027 edition moves to New Orleans.
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 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is AGG1 2027 taking place?
AGG1 2027 takes place March 15-17, 2027, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA. Show hours are 9 AM to 5 PM Monday and Tuesday and 9 AM to 2 PM Wednesday.
Who should attend AGG1?
AGG1 is geared toward crushed stone producers, plant operators, sand and gravel producers, industry equipment manufacturers, construction materials professionals and those involved with highway construction worldwide.
What can I expect at the show?
AGG1 combines a comprehensive exhibit floor showcasing the latest aggregates equipment and technologies with the AGG1 Academy education program, covering plant operations, production, business and people management, sustainability, and safety and health. It is co-located with World of Asphalt.
How do I register for AGG1 2027?
Registration dates and pricing were still to be announced at the time of writing. Maritz is the official registration provider and the only company authorized to sell registration, education and lead retrieval for the show, so attendees should register through official channels.
How do I get to the venue from the airport?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is about 15 miles from the convention center. Options include taxis (about 23 minutes, roughly $35-$50), the official Airport Shuttle, an hourly RTA bus, and rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft.
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