RETROSPECTIVE
Valve World Americas Expo and Conference 2025
The two-day biennial expo and conference brought together industry experts, manufacturers, distributors and end users from the U. S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, providing the perfect arena to explore business opportunities on an international level.
By Steve Fennell
The Valve World Americas Expo and Conference 2025 returned to Houston, Texas, June 4 to 5, marking its eighth year as one of the largest North American trade events devoted to the flow control industry.
Organized by KCI World and Messe Düsseldorf North America, the 2025 event drew 280 exhibitors and more than 4,400 total attendees, surpassing the success of 2023. The George R. Brown Convention Center once again served as the hosting venue where an eclectic mix of exhibitors displayed the latest technology, new products, services, and innovative flow control solutions.
Additionally, and equally impressive, were the expert-led keynote presen-
UPCOMING
EVENTS
In the meantime, do not miss more exciting opportunities to connect with the global valve community at our upcoming international events:
Valve World Southeast Asia Expo & Conference, Singapore SEPTEMBER 24-25, 2025
Valve World Calgary Expo & Conference, Calgary JUNE 3-4, 2026
Valve World Asia Expo & Conference, Shanghai JUNE 22-23, 2026
Valve World Expo & Conference, Düsseldorf DECEMBER 1-3, 2026 tations and panel discussions, which addressed a range of topics including valve design, safety, low emissions, supply chain management, and more.
Present and Future Business Opportunities
The Valve World Americas Expo and Conference was first held in 2011. It was a space devised where industry representatives could establish future business goals and effectively promote flow control solutions, innovative technology, services, and access to various markets of the industry.
Fast forward to 2025. The expo and conference are considered the go-to event for the industry in North America and beyond. Backed by the full support of key industry players, the Main Sponsors this year included Bonney Forge, Bray International, DHV, ISV, MRC Global, Quadax, SLB, VanAire, Velan Inc., and Warren Valve.
“ We have been attending the show since day one and this year is one of the best,” said Tony Lambert Co-Owner, VP of Valve Automation Hardware for VanAire.“ It was well attended, visitors were not in a hurry, and they wanted to know more about us. Even on the first day, when I first walked in, I felt it was going to be good. I was right.”
As in previous years, Valve World America’ s Industrial Valve Courses were held a day prior to the event( June 3) and once again proved popular. Both the Basic Course and Master Class were led by industry experts, providing the opportunity for visitors of all experience and skill sets to expand their knowledge and stay current with best practices.
With a strong attendance, it was the expertise of the instructors who delivered new levels of insight and education. They included Glen Beal, Engineering Manager at MRC Global; Steve Thomas, Vice President, Valve Products and Business Development, Southwest Region, Bonney Forge; and Gobind Khiani, Consultant / Valve SME.
Looking Ahead: Valve World Americas Returns in 2027
As Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2027 is already in the planning stages, the Valve World Americas team extends a sincere thank you to all who participated and supported this year’ s successful event.
The Valve World Americas Expo & Conference will return to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX, June 23 – 24, 2027. We look forward to welcoming you once again to another dynamic gathering of industry leaders, experts, and innovators.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT
Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2027, please visit www. valveworldamericas. com.
You can also contact: Karim Ayache at k. ayache @ kci-world. com or Alex Duering at aduering @ mdna. com for all inquiries. For conference information, contact Sarah Bradley at s. bradley @ kci-world. com.
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