IPC Pipeline Awards 2026 – Recognising Excellence Across the Global Pipeline Community

The International Pipeline Conference (IPC) continues its long-standing tradition of recognising outstanding contributions to the pipeline industry through the IPC Pipeline Awards 2026, celebrating innovation, leadership, and excellence across the global pipeline community.

At the heart of the awards programme is the Global Pipeline Award, established to promote progress and international cooperation in pipeline systems engineering. The award recognises exceptional achievements that advance pipeline transportation through project execution, new technology, research, and field application—areas that resonate strongly with the Pigging Products and Services Association (PPSA) community and the technologies showcased by its members.

Alongside this flagship award, IPC 2026 will also present a set of Prestigious Recognition Awards, highlighting individual and organisational contributions that have shaped the industry. These include recognition for Distinguished Lecturers, honouring significant technical contributions; Lifetime Achievement, celebrating long-term commitment and impact; Young Pipeline Professional, acknowledging emerging leaders; and Business Achievement, recognising excellence in business and innovation.

Administered through the ASME Pipeline Systems Division, the IPC Awards reflect ASME’s broader mission of “setting the standard” by encouraging innovation, sharing knowledge, and recognising the people and organisations that drive the pipeline industry forward. As the sector responds to challenges such as ageing infrastructure, energy transition, digitalisation, and new operating environments, these awards provide an important opportunity to highlight best practice and leadership on a global stage.

PPSA members—spanning technology developers, service providers, operators, and innovators—are strongly encouraged to consider nominees whose work exemplifies technical excellence and meaningful industry impact. Recognition at IPC not only honours individual achievement but also helps showcase the depth and capability of the wider pipeline supply chain.