The Oil Containment Association (OCA) is pleased to announce the schedule for our Q2 2026 Member Meetings. These quarterly gatherings bring together industry professionals, regulators, and environmental specialists to discuss best practices, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies in oil containment.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
- April 10, 2026 – Houston, TX: Regional member meeting covering Gulf Coast SPCC compliance updates. Hosted at the Marriott Marquis, 1777 Walker St. Registration opens March 1.
- April 24, 2026 – Denver, CO: Rocky Mountain chapter meeting. Focus on fracking site containment innovations and EPA Region 8 updates.
- May 8, 2026 – Pittsburgh, PA: Northeast chapter meeting. Topic: New OSHA 1910.120 guidance for industrial facilities.
- May 22, 2026 – Dallas, TX: Annual spring symposium. Full-day event with keynote speakers, vendor demonstrations, and breakout sessions.
- June 5, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA: Pacific Coast chapter meeting. Focus on California’s updated secondary containment requirements.
- June 19, 2026 – Chicago, IL: Midwest chapter meeting. Topic: Polyurea technology advancements for cold-weather containment.
Virtual Meeting Options
All in-person meetings will be available via live webinar for members who cannot attend in person. Virtual attendance credentials will be emailed to registered members 48 hours before each meeting.
How to Register
Members can register through the OCA Member Portal. Non-members are welcome to attend one meeting as a guest. To register or inquire about membership, contact our events coordinator at events@oilcontainment.org or call 1-800-610-1080.
Meeting Agenda Highlights
Each regional meeting will feature: EPA regulatory update (30 min), best practices panel (45 min), new product/technology showcase (30 min), networking lunch, and open Q&A session. The Dallas Symposium will also feature our annual Environmental Excellence Awards ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions to oil spill prevention.