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Event Spotlight: 2nd Annual California AST Conference & Trade Show – Long Beach 2026

September 1 - September 30
The Westin Long Beach in California, host venue for the NISTM 2026 California AST Conference.

Following the sold-out success of its inaugural West Coast expansion, the 2nd Annual California Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) Conference & Trade Show returns to Long Beach in September 2026. This event has rapidly established itself as the “gateway to expertise” for professionals in the Pacific region, providing essential local access to NISTM’s global network of engineers, manufacturers, and regulators.

Event Logistics

  • Dates: September 2026 (Final dates TBA)

  • Location: The Westin Long Beach | 333 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

  • Strategic Hub: Long Beach serves as a critical nexus for maritime trade and petroleum terminals, making it the ideal location for West Coast operators to discuss regional compliance and technical innovation.

Navigating California’s Regulatory Landscape

While the Orlando show focuses on international trends, the Long Beach conference is specifically tailored to the unique challenges of operating in the Western United States. California’s stringent environmental mandates and seismic safety requirements are central themes of the technical sessions.

  • Seismic Engineering: Expert-led discussions on foundation stability and tank anchoring in high-seismic zones.

  • Vapor Recovery & Emissions: Technical deep-dives into compliance with local Air Quality Management District (AQMD) rules.

  • Secondary Containment: Specialized updates on California-specific deadlines and material standards for spill prevention.

The Free Trade Show: West Coast Innovation

The centerpiece of the event is the one-day intensive trade show. Admission is free for all industry professionals, allowing attendees to engage directly with over 100 exhibitors.

  • Robotic Solutions: Demonstrations of in-service robotic cleaning and inspection tools designed to minimize out-of-service time.

  • Coatings & Linings: Showcasing advanced thermal insulation coatings and internal linings that withstand the corrosive maritime environment.

  • Digital Monitoring: Exploring IoT-integrated sensors for real-time leak detection and inventory management.

Pre-Conference Professional Training

The Long Beach event kicks off with a series of high-impact, one-day courses designed to build foundational and advanced skill sets:

  • Tanks 101: A comprehensive introduction to AST construction, maintenance, and the core API standards (650 and 653).

  • Liquid Terminals 101: A multi-module course covering the entire lifecycle of terminal operations, from safety shares to “The Goldilocks Story” of risk acceptance.

  • Management & Operations: Specialized sessions for terminal managers focusing on asset integrity and the economics of midstream infrastructure.

West Coast Networking

Networking remains at the heart of the NISTM experience. The California event features signature social gatherings designed to foster collaboration:

  • California Industry Golf Tournament: A shotgun-start tournament at a premier local course (such as El Dorado Park), providing an informal setting for deal-making and professional connection.

  • Welcome Reception & Mixer: Held at The Westin Long Beach, these events connect West Coast operators with national suppliers and government regulators in a relaxed, high-value environment.

  • Women in the Tanks Industry (WiTI): A dedicated platform for networking and leadership development for women across the storage and terminal industries.

Details

  • Start: September 1
  • End: September 30

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