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The 30th Anniversary Celebration

Conference: The Past, Present, & Future

& Gala Dinner

21st-22nd October 2026

Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 8TN

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In October 2026, UKOPA will mark a major milestone: 30 years of working together to keep the UK’s onshore pipeline network safe, reliable and ready for the future.

To celebrate, members, industry partners and special guests will gather at Silverstone on 21–22 October for two days of reflection, learning and looking ahead.

It’s the perfect place to celebrate engineering excellence. Silverstone is synonymous with precision, performance and safety under pressure – exactly the values that have shaped UKOPA’s journey since 1996.

The event will include a special members conference as well as an exhibition featuring some of the leading supply partners to the pipeline industry as well as a gala black-tie dinner on the Wednesday evening (21 October). For details on remaining exhibitor, sponsorship and partner packages please email bookings@ukopa.co.uk for more information.

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UKOPA’s 30th anniversary is

a chance to say thank you

  • to member companies for their commitment to collaboration, safety and transparency
  • to the many individuals and organisations that have contributed to working groups, guidance documents, training and outreach
  • to regulators, emergency planners, contractors, landowners and many others who work alongside UKOPA members to keep the UK’s pipelines safe
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Sponsors

We would like to thank all our sponsors for their support.

If you are interested in sponsorship or exhibition packages please email bookings@ukopa.co.uk.

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We have agreed preferential rates at the Hilton Garden Inn and Silverstone Escapades. If you wish to book please review the accommodation options above and book directly with the venue of your choice.

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Any queries regarding the booking form, please email bookings@ukopa.co.uk or call 07483 348 224.

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