NEW SHOW UPDATES: WIBI Panel, BILT Social, Qualified Buyer Program, Mobile Equipment Pavilion Preview & Ferrari Racecar Showcase
The ABMA BOILER Expo will take place at the stunning Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN! We are pleased to unveil an exciting and revitalized educational focus for the BOILER Expo, which will expand our educational offerings from previous expos and feature over 20 breakout sessions across four key educational tracks. In addition, next year's event will feature new hands-on boiler training opportunities, and expanded pre-conference workshops, ensuring an enriching experience for all attendees!
New for 2026 BOILER Expo:
The Mobile Equipment Pavilion Goes Big
We’re not just growing; we’re evolving. For the 2026 BOILER Expo, we’ve moved the Mobile Equipment Pavilion out of the parking lot and into the Gaylord Opryland Event Center.
Located just outside the main hotel building, this new indoor venue offers a premier, weather-protected environment to explore the industry’s latest innovations without worrying about the elements.
Bigger Scale: Expanding to 10 pieces of equipment.
Elite Representation: Featuring 8 premier ABMA Member Companies.
Total Access: A first-hand look at the massive mobile fleet driving the industry forward.
PREVIEW THE MOBILE EQUIPMENT PAVILION
WIBI & Ladies of Steam: A Celebration of Steam Power
ABMA is proud to host the Women in the Boiler Industry (WIBI) Panel and Networking Luncheon. This event provides a platform for leading women in our industry to share challenges and successes, offering inspiration for the future of steam. Attendees with All-Access passes are invited to join us for a premier networking experience and a great meal.
ABMA’s Women in the Boiler Industry (WIBI) professional community is thrilled to pair up with the Ladies of Steam professional community for an exclusive networking luncheon at the BOILER EXPO. This event celebrates the remarkable women who dedicate their lives and careers to the boiler industry and the preservation of historical steam locomotives.
What better combination? Whether it is modern high-pressure systems or the art of antique steam, the passion for the craft remains the same.
Ladies of Steam is a dedicated platform and community focused on celebrating, supporting, and connecting women in the steam world. From restoring traction engines to operating historic locomotives, they provide a space for mentorship, education, and "Women Teaching Women" workshops. Their mission is to ensure the history and technical mastery of steam power are passed down to future generations by empowering women to take the throttle.
This Panel & Luncheon will be an exciting hour and a half exploring how our two communities share synergies and celebrate our collective love of steam.
Moderator
Shaunica Jayson ABMA Vice President of Membership & Marketing
As a co-founder of the WIBI community, Shaunica is dedicated to elevating the voices of women in the boiler industry and fostering a more connected professional landscape.
Featured Panelists
Nicole Wallace | Co-founder, Ladies of Steam
A licensed hobby boiler operator with 20+ years of experience. Nicole famously designed a replacement boiler for a 1919 Minneapolis steam engine to modern ASME standards, blending historical preservation with expert engineering.Julie Collins | Foreman & Steam Locomotive Engineer, Dollywood
Formerly in the medical field, Julie now operates the Dollywood Express. She is a skilled engineer and foreman who blends technical precision with storytelling to keep the history of steam railroading alive.Lilly Wahl | Vice President, Wisconsin Historical Steam Engine Association
A lifelong steam enthusiast and instructor, Lilly is dedicated to mentoring the next generation. She serves as a leader in the historical steam community, teaching the technical skills and safety vital to operating antique machinery.Joel Amato | Executive Director, NBBI
With over 30 years of experience—including service as a U.S. Navy Boiler Technician and Chief Boiler Inspector for Minnesota—Joel leads the National Board in ensuring global safety and uniformity in boiler construction and inspection.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WIBI PANEL & LUNCHEON
NEW EVENT ALERT: The Inaugural Boiler Industry Leaders of Tomorrow (BILT) Happy Hour & Social
ABMA is excited to host our first-ever BOILER Expo BILT event: the Boiler Industry Leaders of Tomorrow (BILT) Happy Hour and Social. While we have hosted the Emerging Leaders Forum (ELF) just last year, this marks the first time a dedicated BILT event has been part of the official BOILER Expo event schedule. This will be a great event to kick off the energy of the Expo and set the stage for a week of innovation and connection.
The Details
When: March 31st | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Pre-Conference Day)
Who: All rising professionals in the boiler industry
What: An hour of high-impact connecting and socializing over libations
This social is the perfect opportunity for rising professionals to build their networks and share insights before the main floor opens. Whether you are looking to meet mentors or connect with peers, the BILT Happy Hour & Social is where the future of our industry begins.
Don't miss out on the momentum!
Sign up to attend! Click here to register
Learn more about the BILT professional community and how to get involved a at abma.com/bilt. Contact Jordan Croson at jordan@abma.com with any questions.
ABMA Unveils Inaugural Qualified Buyer + VIP Access Pilot Program
Exclusive Program Offers 1:1 Curated Technical Sales Consultations and Fully Qualified VIP Access for High Level Infrastructure Decision Makers & Influencers
The American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA) is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Qualified Buyer + VIP Access Pilot Program, set to debut at the 2026 BOILER Expo at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN, from March 31 to April 2. This prestigious initiative is designed to bypass the traditional trade show floor experience, offering a curated, high-efficiency environment for senior infrastructure leaders to engage directly with the boiler industry's top manufacturers.
In an industry where time is the most valuable commodity, the Qualified Buyer Program is designed to rectify the inherent inefficiencies of the traditional exposition model—where attendees often navigate from booth to booth in search of specific solutions—by providing a streamlined, strategic alternative powered by AI.
Approved participants—representing senior roles in healthcare, higher education, district energy, data centers, government and municipal agencies, and industrial & manufacturing facilities—will receive a personalized, pre-built schedule of 1:1 technical sales consultation centered specifically on their current capital projects and procurement needs.
To learn more, please visit our Qualified Buyer + VIP Access Program webpage.
Adrenaline Meets Engineering: The Victory Energy Ferrari Challenge Racecar
We are thrilled to announce a high-octane addition to the Expo Hall floor. Victory Energy is bringing the heat by showcasing their Ferrari Challenge Racecar.
Get up close to this marvel of precision engineering and see what happens when peak performance meets the boiler industry. It’s a must-see photo op you won't find at any other trade show.
Expanded Education & Expert Speakers
We are thrilled to unveil a revitalized educational focus. This year, we are expanding our offerings with over 20 breakout sessions across four mission-critical tracks, meticulously curated by our Advisory Committee to deliver high-impact content for end-users, engineers, and operators alike.
Our Four Key Educational Tracks:
Fundamentals & Essentials: Mastering selection, operation, and efficiency.
Safety & Compliance: Navigating project readiness and evolving codes.
Technology & Innovation: Exploring the latest advances in boiler technology.
Emerging Trends & What’s Next: Hybrid systems, alternative fuels, and the future of the boiler room.
Click Here to View the Full Session & Speaker Lineup
Two Powerhouse Events. One Location.
In a rare opportunity to enhance your networking value, the ABMA BOILER Expo is joining forces with the International Biomass Conference & Expo at the Gaylord Opryland.
All full-access attendees receive entry to both expo halls. That means twice the exhibitors, twice the networking, and twice the opportunity to forge impactful connections across the entire supply chain.
Register Today!
Join over 1,800 peers in the heart of Nashville’s vibrant music scene for an unforgettable experience. There is still time to register!
Don't miss out. We’ll see you in Nashville!
Let’s tune into knowledge and innovation together at the 2026 ABMA BOILER Expo! Register TODAY HERE.