Registration

Registration

Advance registration is now open for AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2027

Secure your spot now to get the best available rate for the materials protection industry’s premier event. Join thousands of corrosion and coatings professionals in Columbus, Ohio, April 11–15, for industry-leading technical expertise, innovative solutions, fresh ideas, and valuable connections from across the industry.

For the first time, AMPP Annual Conference + Expo is heading to Columbus, a city at the center of the industrial United States. With deep ties to advanced manufacturing, materials innovation, critical infrastructure, and one of the nation’s most connected logistics networks, Columbus is a fitting backdrop for the conversations and solutions shaping the future of materials protection.

Register by February 28 to take advantage of advance registration savings before regular registration rates begin March 1.

Make your plans for Columbus and save by registering today!

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Advance Conference Registration

Members

$1,075 USD

$1,275 USD


Non-Members

$1,425 USD

$1,625 USD


Digital Conference Proceedings
Opening and Exhibit Hall Receptions
Tuesday Lunch
Wednesday Drink Ticket

Government Conference Registration

Members & Non-Members

$800 USD


Digital Conference Proceedings
Opening and Exhibit Hall Receptions
Tuesday Lunch
Wednesday Drink Ticket

Two Day Registration

Members

$695 USD


Non-Members

$895 USD


Opening or Exhibit Hall Receptions*
Tuesday Lunch*
Wednesday Drink Ticket*

*On applicable days

One Day Registration

Members

$550 USD


Non-Members

$750 USD


Opening and Exhibit Hall Receptions*
Tuesday Lunch*
Wednesday Drink Ticket*

*On applicable days

Advance Student Registration

Members

Free

$100 USD


Non-Members

Free

$150 USD


All the benefits of the Full Conference Registration
Complimentary ticket for Scholarship Awards and Student Networking event 

To qualify for the student rate, you must have a current AMPP Student Membership.

Onsite registration hours

Early Bird – Saturday, April 10
2 – 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 11
7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Monday, April 12
7 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 13
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday, April 14
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Thursday, April 15
7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Join us in Columbus and be part of the conversations, connections, and innovations shaping the future of materials protection and performance.

Sponsored by:

IUPAT

AMPP members save on registration

Sign up for a $99 USD membership before you register.
Become A Member

Additional activities

Type Price (USD)
Guest Program Registration
Includes access to social activities and exhibit hall only
$195
Exhibit Hall Only $175
Exhibit Hall Only Plus
Includes Exhibit Hall receptions, Tuesday lunch, and Wednesday drink ticket on applicable days
$225
Honoree Night $95 Individual
Women of AMPP Breakfast $45

Guest Program Tours

Type Price
Ohio State House Free
Center of Science and Industry (COSI) $35
Columbus Museum of Art $27
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium $45

Standard cancellation policy

Cancellation and Refund Policies Paid registrations canceled in writing at least 60 calendar days or more prior to the start of the event will receive a full refund, less a $100 service fee. Paid registrations canceled in writing 59 to 30 days before the starting date of the event will receive a refund of 50% of the registration fee. No refunds or credit will be issued on cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event begins. Transfer of registration is permitted one time at a fee of $100.00 USD.