Subsea Tieback 2027 returns to San Antonio, February 16-18.
Dates
16–18 Feb 2027
City / country
San Antonio, United States
Venue
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
Time
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Event overview
Subsea Tieback Forum & Exhibition 2027 runs February 16-18 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.
The three-day event combines a technical conference curated by an industry advisory board with an exhibition of subsea equipment, controls and services. It is a closed-forum gathering for operators, engineers, contractors and technology suppliers working on deepwater tieback projects.
TL;DR
Visit Subsea Tieback 2027 to hear operator case studies on tieback design, flow assurance, integrity and decommissioning, and to compare equipment and service suppliers on one exhibition floor. The closed-forum format puts field supervisors, project engineers and senior managers in the same rooms, which makes technical questions and peer benchmarking faster than a general oil and gas show.
Exhibit at Subsea Tieback 2027 to reach a concentrated Gulf of Mexico audience of subsea engineers, operations planners and project decision-makers. The 2026 post-show report recorded 1,520+ verified attendees and 100+ exhibitors, and the organiser describes an audience drawn from more than 30 countries. A focused floor and technical programme suit hardware, controls, flow-assurance and inspection suppliers.
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
Halls & areas
1900 E Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
Entrances & gates
Market Street entrance
Main convention center access from E Market St.
Food options
Concession outlets in the convention center, River Walk restaurants
On-site diningParking: The venue has no official on-site parking; the Convention Center Parking Garage at 850 E Commerce St is the closest public option, with additional parking at the Grand Hyatt.
Gate: Use the Market Street entrances for the convention center; allow extra time on the opening afternoon because registration and the networking reception overlap.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
Bring a photo ID and your registration confirmation to the registration desk outside the exhibit hall.
Ticket notes
Registration is open for 2027; the organiser says pricing will be released shortly. The 2026 full-conference early-bird rate was $1,299.
What's on
SUT-US Pre-conference Workshop
Separate-registration subsea training workshop held alongside the forum.
Room to be confirmed in the 2027 programme.
WebsiteStudent Design Competition
Student teams present designs and the winning team is announced during the technical programme.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 1,520
Exhibitors: 100
This edition
2027
Visitors: 1,700
Exhibitors: 150
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
Edition recap
The 2026 edition in New Orleans welcomed more than 1,500 verified attendees and 100+ exhibitors, with 94% of attendees saying they would consider attending in 2027.
New this edition
Impact
Subsea Tieback concentrates a small, senior deepwater audience rather than a mass trade-show crowd. For suppliers, the value comes from meeting operators and engineering decision-makers who are actively specifying tieback hardware, controls and life-extension work.
Audience quality
The audience is dominated by field supervisors, operations planners, engineers and senior managers from operators, contractors and service companies. The organiser reports 94% of 2026 attendees would consider returning in 2027, and the closed-forum format keeps the technical sessions peer-to-peer.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on fit: a focused 9-18 sqm stand can generate qualified conversations with a concentrated Gulf of Mexico buyer group, but the 100+ exhibitor base is small, so lead volume is lower than at OTC. Best returns come from pre-booked meetings and technical demonstrations for subsea hardware, controls and integrity services.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
The Gulf of Mexico remains one of the world most active deepwater tieback markets, and San Antonio places the show close to Houston, Corpus Christi and Gulf Coast operators. As fields mature, operators are extending existing hubs, reviving idle wells and adding longer subsea step-outs, which makes tieback hardware, flow assurance and life-extension services the core buying conversation.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Longer tiebacks and hub reuse
Operators are tying new wells into existing platforms to avoid new host facilities, pushing longer step-outs and more complex flow assurance.
What it changes: Suppliers of high-pressure hardware, boosting and flowline insulation see demand from brownfield tieback projects.
SourceLife extension and integrity
Mature subsea assets need inspection, repair, obsolescence management and riser fitness work to stay in production beyond original design life.
What it changes: The 2027 programme devotes sessions to life extension, flexible riser fitness and control-system refurbishment.
SourceDecommissioning and late-life planning
Gulf of Mexico operators are planning tieback decommissioning, riser abandonment and practical late-life interventions.
What it changes: Service companies that combine intervention, abandonment and production restoration are gaining a larger share of project spend.
SourceSubsea Tieback sits in a cluster of Gulf Coast and international subsea events; exhibitors often pair it with OTC in Houston and with Aberdeen or Galveston events to cover the annual buying cycle.
Subsea Expo 2027
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
European subsea counterpart; dates are indicative and should be confirmed with the organiser.
websiteOffshore Technology Conference (OTC) 2027
Houston, United States
Broad offshore technology show; dates are indicative until the organiser publishes the 2027 calendar.
websiteDeepwater Operations Conference & Exhibition 2027
Galveston, United States
Gulf Coast deepwater operations event; dates are indicative for 2027.
websiteSpring subsea planning window
Both events fall in February, so booth and travel budgets should be split early.
Circuit event dates are editorial estimates from the annual event calendar; confirm each with its organiser.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
San Antonio International Airport
Closest airport; direct flights from major U.S. hubs and limited international routes.
9 miles
to venue
15-20 minutes
by car
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Larger international gateway; useful if SAT connections are poor, but allow for a longer transfer.
80 miles
to venue
80-95 minutes
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 120–170 / night
Book 3-4 months ahead; February is a busy convention month in San Antonio.
USD 180–260 / night
Walkable to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
USD 280–400 / night
Closest full-service options; confirm the show block and cancellation terms.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
VIA Metropolitan Transit bus
Cash or VIA goCard; routes serve downtown and the River Walk.
Rideshare / taxi
Use the designated rideshare pickup at SAT; allow 20-30 minutes at peak times.
Downtown walking
Most downtown hotels are within 10-20 minutes on foot; the River Walk route is pedestrian-friendly.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-1 business visitor | Most foreign nationals attending a conference or meeting in the United States | $185.00 | Several weeks to several months; apply early |
Visa-free entry may apply under the Visa Waiver Program for eligible nationals; check current ESTA eligibility before travel.
The United States accepts ATA carnets for temporary admission of exhibition goods; confirm the carnet scope with your freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
February is mild and dry by Texas standards, with average highs near 21C (70F) and lows near 8C (46F). Bring a light jacket for evenings and rain protection for occasional cold fronts.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Downtown hotels and the convention center have Wi-Fi; a U.S. eSIM or local SIM is useful for airport transfers and ride-hailing.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business casual
San Antonio is casual and bilingual; business casual is standard for the conference and River Walk dining.
Tipping
Tipping 15-20% is expected in restaurants and bars; taxis and rideshare tips are customary.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: SAT - San Antonio International Airport
Book 6-8 weeks ahead for February; Houston, Dallas and Atlanta are common connecting gateways.
Book flightsMost international business visitors need a B-1 visa or ESTA authorisation under the Visa Waiver Program.
Estimated cost: $185 B-1 visa fee; ESTA about $21
Processing: Apply 8-12 weeks before travel
Request an invitation letter from the organiser after registering.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: SAT to downtown is 9 miles; rideshare or taxi takes 15-20 minutes and costs about $25-35.
Hotel → venue: Most River Walk and downtown hotels are a 10-20 minute walk from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft operate at SAT and downtown; use the designated pickup zone at the airport.
Public transit: VIA bus routes connect downtown, but walking is usually faster for River Walk hotels.
Parking: Use the Convention Center Parking Garage at 850 E Commerce St; there is no official venue parking.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February
Temperature: 8-21C (46-70F)
Seasonality: Mild and mostly dry, with occasional cold fronts and light rain.
Packing: Layer for cool mornings and mild afternoons; bring a compact umbrella and comfortable walking shoes.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Wednesday, February 17, 2027
Wednesday carries the keynote plenary, the fullest exhibit-hall day and the evening networking reception, so a one-day visitor sees the programme and the floor at their busiest.
Book registration and confirm the conference pass type — Check whether the SUT workshop or golf add-on is still available.
Reserve a River Walk hotel and airport transfer — Use the official housing block or a refundable downtown rate.
Build a target exhibitor list and request meetings — Prioritise subsea hardware, controls and integrity suppliers.
Download the schedule and mark must-attend sessions — Keynote is Wednesday morning; technical sessions run through Thursday lunch.
Pack business casual layers, badge confirmation and photo ID — February mornings are cool; the venue is walkable from downtown.
Registration and badge collection
Registration desk outside the exhibit hallOpening keynote and plenary session
Main session roomSupplier meetings on the exhibition floor
Exhibit hallTechnical sessions on tieback integrity and decommissioning
Session room 221The Alamo
Historic Site
10 minutes from downtown hotels
The defining Texas history site and an easy walk from the River Walk.
San Antonio River Walk
Urban Waterfront
Adjacent to the convention center
Restaurants, bars and a walkable canal route for evening networking.
River Walk restaurant row
Dining and drinks
Good for small group dinners after the Wednesday sessions.
Pearl District
Food hall and brewery area
A short rideshare from downtown; quieter than the River Walk for deeper conversations.
Subsea buying cycles are long and technical; follow-up should move from booth conversation to a scoped technical discussion, not a mass email.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 550–750 / m²
Raw space
USD 380–520 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Rates are editorial estimates for a U.S. Gulf Coast subsea trade show; request the 2027 exhibitor prospectus for the official tariff.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Booth space
exhibitor · shell scheme
USD 5000–18000 / per booth
Hotel
both · mid
USD 180–260 / per night
Per diem
both · standard
USD 60–95 / per day
Flights
both · economy
USD 450–1600 / round trip
Visa
visitor · B-1
USD 185 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booth space | exhibitor | shell scheme | USD 5000–18000 / per booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Hotel | both | mid | USD 180–260 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Per diem | both | standard | USD 60–95 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Flights | both | economy | USD 450–1600 / round trip | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Visa | visitor | B-1 | USD 185 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Answer six quick questions to see whether this show is best for a visit, an exhibit or a skip.
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 have a specific technical question and no booth budget.
Best for
Engineers, operators and analysts who need technical insight and peer contacts
Min. budget
$1,500.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks
Risks
Programme overlaps make session selection hard
Hotel rates rise close to the show
exhibit
You can pre-book meetings and staff the booth with technical sellers.
Best for
Suppliers with a subsea product or service and a Gulf of Mexico target account list
Min. budget
$8,000.00
Timeline
3-6 months
Risks
Small exhibitor base limits raw lead volume
Freight and stand costs can exceed the space fee
skip
Your product is not used in subsea tieback, deepwater operations or decommissioning.
Best for
General oil and gas suppliers with no subsea or deepwater focus
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing a focused operator audience
Competitors may secure meetings first
Book with
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
San Antonio downtown convention center hosting the 2027 exhibition and sessions.
Venue name and address confirmed from the event schedule and venue site.
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Closest airport, about 9 miles from the venue.
Public airport authority; not an official show sponsor.
San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
Local business body for contacts and city information.
Public resource; no partnership with the organiser was confirmed.
Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) US Branch
Professional body running the pre-conference subsea workshop.
SUT-US workshop is listed on the event schedule.
Recommended providers
Check B-1 or ESTA eligibility before booking.
Use the official show block when released; downtown River Walk hotels are walkable.
Compare SAT fares and book refundable options 6-8 weeks ahead.
Use the official show handler once named in the exhibitor manual.
Travel and cancellation cover; exhibitors also need stand liability insurance.
Book Alamo and River Walk experiences around session blocks.
Badge-scanning and CRM export; confirm consent capture at the booth.
FAQs & glossary
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