Come see us in BOOTH 18 at  The American Welding Society (AWS) Shipbuilding and Aluminum Conference is a premier technical event designed for engineers, designers, and welding professionals to explore the intersection of maritime construction and advanced material science. The conference addresses the unique challenges of welding aluminum—a metal prized for its strength-to-weight ratio but notorious for its complex chemical and physical properties—alongside the evolving requirements of both commercial and Naval shipbuilding. Attendees participate in specialized tracks that cover a wide range of topics, including robotic automation in shipyards, laser welding, additive manufacturing for naval sustainment, and high-efficiency gas metal arc welding (GMAW) techniques.

The upcoming 2026 iteration, scheduled for April 13–15 in New Orleans, Louisiana, will feature expert-led sessions on emerging technologies like AI-driven welding solutions and friction stir welding, providing a collaborative platform for industry leaders to share research and actionable strategies for modern marine design.