Join us for AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo, March 15-17, 2027, in New Orleans, showcasing the latest in aggregates and asphalt.
Dates
15–17 Mar 2027
City / country
New Orleans, USA
Venue
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
Time
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Companies exhibiting at AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo include 4CTechnologies, ABB India Limited, Aberi Steel LLC, ABL Materials and Advanced Detection Systems.
Event overview
AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo will take place from March 15-17, 2027, at the Ernest N.
Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
This event is a key gathering for professionals in the aggregates industry, featuring a comprehensive education program and a vast exhibition space.
TL;DR
Attendees will gain insights into the latest products and technologies, network with industry leaders, and participate in educational sessions to enhance their knowledge and skills.
Exhibiting at AGG1 offers companies the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, connect with key decision-makers, and generate leads that can drive business growth. AGG1 is crucial for industry professionals to stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in aggregates and asphalt. It provides a platform for networking and learning from experts.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Attend
Event days & opening times
Who runs the show
National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
What's on
How the last edition performed
This edition
2027
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo will take place from March 15-17, 2027, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. This event is a key gathering for professionals in the aggregates industry, featuring a comprehensive education program and a vast exhibition space. AGG1 is crucial for industry professionals to stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in aggregates and asphalt. It provides a platform for networking and learning from.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibiting at AGG1 offers companies the chance to showcase their products to a targeted audience, connect with key decision-makers, and generate leads that can drive business growth. AGG1 is crucial for industry professionals to stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in aggregates and asphalt. It provides a platform for networking and learning from experts. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of aggregate processing equipment, Suppliers of asphalt and concrete materials, Providers of.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo is the North American aggregates industry's dedicated education-and-equipment gathering, organised by the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). For producers of crushed stone, sand and gravel it concentrates the two things that are hard to source anywhere else at once: technical education on plant operations and compliance, and a show floor of crushing, screening, washing, conveying, load-and-haul and plant-automation suppliers. New Orleans' Ernest N. Morial Convention Center puts the show within walking distance of the Warehouse District hotel stock and the French Quarter, which makes it one of the more compact and low-friction US industry expositions to attend.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustained public-infrastructure spend
Multi-year US surface-transport and water/infrastructure funding programmes continue to push aggregates demand through the late 2020s, keeping producer capex focused on plant capacity, uptime and permit-constrained sites.
Automation, telematics and connected plant
Quarries are adopting weighbridge, crusher-control, fleet-telematics and predictive-maintenance systems to offset labour scarcity — a growing share of the AGG1 floor and Academy content.
Electrification and emissions compliance
Tier 4 Final/Stage V engines, electric and hybrid loaders, conveyor electrification and dust/noise controls are driven by both regulation and community-relations pressure near urban deposits.
Workforce shortage and safety performance
With experienced operators retiring, producers are investing in training, simulator-based competency and safety analytics — the core audience for AGG1 Academy sessions.
Aggregates demand from data centres and energy projects
Data-centre construction, grid upgrades and clean-energy build-out are adding new regional aggregates demand alongside traditional highways, housing and commercial work.
AGG1 sits inside a small set of aggregates- and heavy-equipment expositions that most producers and suppliers plan on a rolling multi-year cycle — a US mega-trade-show, a German world fair and UK/US specialist shows.
Munich, spring — every 3 years
Las Vegas, March — every 3 years
Las Vegas, September — every 4 years
Buxton, June — biennial
USA, March — annual
Cadence and host cities are indicative circuit planning context; confirm exact dates and venues on each organiser website before committing budget.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International
Gateway airport for New Orleans.
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Gateway airport for New Orleans.
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A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
More inventory than Warehouse District; 10–15 min walk or streetcar to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
sourceHampton Inn & Suites, Hyatt Place, Hilton Garden Inn on Convention Center Blvd — across from the venue.
sourceNew Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District opposite the convention center; Higgins Hotel at WWII Museum campus.
sourceGet around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Approx. 15 mi / 24 km; allow 20–30 min off-peak and 40+ min on weekday afternoons. Flat-rate zone pricing applies from the airport taxi stand — confirm the current tariff at the stand.
rideshare
Pick-up from the designated rideshare zone outside baggage claim; rideshare is usually the fastest door-to-door option outside peak arrival waves.
shared_shuttle
Shuttle counters are in the baggage-claim area; multi-stop service, so allow extra time on arrival day.
bus
Cheapest airport link; limited luggage space and fewer departures — best for light packers on a fixed schedule.
streetcar
RTA Riverfront streetcar stops along Convention Center Blvd serving the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center — the simplest hotel↔venue and evening French Quarter option.
taxi
Approx. 80 mi / 130 km, 1 h 15 – 1 h 45 drive — only worth it if airfares into BTR are materially cheaper than MSY.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
March in New Orleans is mild and variable: expect daytime highs around 20–24 °C (68–75 °F) and overnight lows of 11–15 °C (52–59 °F), with roughly 100–120 mm (4–5 in) of rain spread over about 8 days and rising humidity. Compact umbrellas and a light rain layer are worth packing — spring showers and foggy river mornings are common, but severe heat and hurricane-season concerns do not apply in March.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping and service
Tipping is expected: 18–20% on restaurant bills, USD 1–2 per drink at bars, and USD 2–5 per bag for hotel bell staff. Taxi and rideshare drivers likewise expect a tip.
Business dress and venue practicalities
Business casual is the norm at AGG1 (collared shirt/knitwear with trousers or chinos); some exhibitors wear branded polo shirts. Comfortable walking shoes matter — the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center stretches roughly a mile along Convention Center Blvd and hall-to-hall walks are long.
Local etiquette and safety
New Orleans is relaxed and sociable; open-container alcohol is legal in the French Quarter but not inside the convention centre, which is a no-smoking, no outside-alcohol venue. Keep bags and phones secure in crowded tourist areas, and use normal city precautions after dark away from the well-lit Convention Center/Warehouse District core.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: MSY
Book flights to MSY when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare BTR only if fares are materially lower.
Most international attendees need either a US B-1 (business visitor) visa or, if travelling from a Visa Waiver Program country, an approved ESTA. The B-1/B-2 MRV application fee is USD 185 per applicant, requires an interview at a US embassy/consulate, and appointment wait times can run from a few weeks to several months depending on the post — apply at least 3–4 months before the March 2027 show. ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years, allows up to 90 days per entry and should be filed no later than 72 hours before departure. Canadian citizens generally need only a valid passport (no visa for business visits), and Mexican citizens may use a B-1/B-2 visa. Carry a letter of invitation from your company or the organiser, proof of onward travel and proof of funds; equipment and display material shipped temporarily can be covered by an ATA Carnet (the USA accepts ATA Carnets for commercial samples and professional equipment).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: MSY to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center: taxi or ride-hail ~25–35 min; airport shuttle and shared rides available.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center: CBD / Canal Street corridor; Warehouse / Arts District (Convention Center Blvd); Warehouse Arts District riverfront.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in New Orleans; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Streetcar and bus routes serve Convention Center Blvd; many attendees walk from Warehouse District hotels.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027
Temperature: March 2027 typical in New Orleans: 20–24 °C (68–75 °F) daytime highs and 11–15 °C (52–59 °F) overnight lows.
Seasonality: Early spring: moderate rainfall (roughly 100–120 mm / 4–5 in across about 8 wet days) and increasing humidity, with occasional strong afternoon showers and river fog. Not a hurricane-season month. Bring a compact umbrella and a light layer for cool evenings.
Packing: March in New Orleans is mild and variable: expect daytime highs around 20–24 °C (68–75 °F) and overnight lows of 11–15 °C (52–59 °F), with roughly 100–120 mm (4–5 in) of rain spread over about 8 days and rising humidity. Compact umbrellas and a light rain layer are worth packing — spring showers and
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Tuesday 16 March 2027 (Day 2)
On a three-day AGG1 programme, Day 2 normally combines a fully open exhibit floor with the densest block of AGG1 Academy education sessions, after attendees have cleared Day 1 registration and supplier staff are settled into the stand. Day 1 carries the opening programming and heaviest badge-collection queues; Day 3 often thins out early on the floor. Confirm against the published timetable at https://agg1.org/schedule before booking travel and target your priority booths for the morning of Day 2.
Verify passport validity and confirm U.S. entry authorization (ESTA or visa) for every traveller — Check requirements well in advance for non-U.S. passport holders attending AGG1 in New Orleans.
Book flights into Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) — Allow an arrival buffer before the 15 March 2027 opening day and check onward connections.
Reserve a hotel near the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center — Downtown and Warehouse District properties are the closest to the venue; book early for the March dates.
Complete online visitor registration at agg1.org and save your badge confirmation — Pre-registration speeds up on-site badge collection on day one.
Download the show directory, hall plan and education programme — Shortlist the ~120 education sessions and map the exhibit halls you want to cover.
Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors and suppliers — Use the exhibitor listing to pre-schedule booth appointments before travel.
Plan local transport and parking around the Convention Center — Confirm taxi, rideshare, shuttle or Convention Center parking options for each show day.
Shortlist new equipment and technology demos to review on the floor — Prioritise product launches and machinery aligned with your buying plan.
Prepare your packing list — Business casual attire and comfortable walking shoes; check the New Orleans March forecast before departure.
Print meeting documents, business cards and lead-capture materials — Carry spare copies of specifications and RFQ documents for supplier conversations.
Confirm arrival times and arrange the airport-to-hotel transfer — Allow for road traffic between MSY and the downtown venue district.
Collect your badge at the Convention Center and orient yourself with the hall plan — Arrive early on day one to avoid registration queues and plan your first sessions.
Registration, badge pickup and show-directory planning
Main concourse / registration desks, Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterOpening session and first pass of the exhibit hall (crushing, screening, washing, conveying, load-and-haul)
Exhibit Hall, Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterAGG1 Academy education sessions (operations, safety, sustainability, plant optimisation tracks)
Session rooms, Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterBooked supplier meetings, digital/automation and telematics review, then industry networking reception
Exhibit Hall B2B areas and reception spaceFrench Quarter & Mississippi riverfront
Garden District & St. Charles Avenue
Exhibit hall B2B / meeting areas
Dedicated seating and refreshment zones inside the hall are where supplier and producer teams hold short follow-up meetings between booth visits.
AGG1 Academy session rooms and corridor breaks
Education tracks concentrate technical decision-makers in one area — the break periods are a low-friction way to meet plant engineers and safety managers.
The Rusty Nail
Long-running Warehouse District bar that is a traditional convention-week hangout for industrial trade shows at the Morial Center — good for informal evening conversations.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · B-1/B-2 business visitor visa (MRV fee)
USD 185 / per applicant
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visitor · ESTA (Visa Waiver Program)
USD 21 / per applicant
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visa_fee | visitor | B-1/B-2 business visitor visa (MRV fee) | USD 185 / per applicant | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) | USD 21 / per applicant | official |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You can justify the trip with 1–2 specific equipment evaluations, named supplier meetings and at least one AGG1 Academy session track relevant to your operation.
Best for
Aggregates producers, quarry and plant managers, engineers, procurement and safety leads who want equipment comparison, AGG1 Academy education credits and supplier meetings without a stand commitment.
Min. budget
$700.00
Timeline
Book hotel 3–5 months ahead (March is a busy New Orleans convention month); visa applicants should start 3–4 months ahead.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Ticket/registration pricing not yet published for the 2027 edition — confirm on agg1.org before committing.
International visitors add USD 185 (B-1) or USD 21 (ESTA) to the total.
MSY flight and downtown hotel rates spike during large convention weeks.
exhibit
You have a demonstrable demo-able product, a US aggregates channel strategy and can staff the stand for all three show days plus set-up.
Best for
Equipment OEMs, parts and wear-supply firms, automation/software vendors, services and consultancies that need qualified aggregates-buyer leads in one place.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
6–9 months ahead for space selection, booth build and freight to New Orleans; 3–4 months for staff and hotel blocks.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Stand/booth pricing is not published in the listing — confirm space rates, corner fees and drayage with the organiser.
Freight, rigging, electrical and installation costs typically exceed the floor-space line item.
Budget floor excludes flights, per diem and booth staffing for a 3-day show.
skip
You are already covered by a partner/distributor stand or your product roadmap has no aggregates-relevant release in the next 18 months — revisit for the next AGG1 cycle.
Best for
Teams with no North American aggregates buying or selling intent, or whose only goal can be met through a distributor already exhibiting.
Timeline
None.
Risks
No major risks listed.
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