Underwater Intervention 2026 returns to New Orleans from December 2–4, 2026, in partnership with the Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) and the ROV Committee of the Marine Technology Society (MTS). The event brings together professionals involved in underwater operations, marine technology, and commercial maritime industries to explore developments shaping subsea and offshore operations.
The event attracts attendees from across the underwater intervention and commercial marine sectors, including vessel owners and operators, shipyards, marine engineers, military buyers, government representatives, and equipment manufacturers. With more than 1,200 attendees and 100+ exhibitors, the event provides opportunities to discover new technologies, connect with industry professionals, and discuss operational challenges and solutions within the subsea environment.
Underwater Intervention is held alongside the wider maritime industry activities associated with the International WorkBoat Show, continuing a long-running industry tradition focused on commercial marine operations and technology.
When is Underwater Intervention 2026?
Underwater Intervention 2026 will take place from December 2–4, 2026.
Themes
The event focuses on underwater operations, subsea intervention technologies, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) systems, commercial diving, offshore operations, and broader maritime industry developments. Discussions and exhibits will cover operational technologies, marine engineering, vessel equipment, and solutions supporting underwater and offshore activities.
Themes throughout the event include the future of maritime operations, next-generation marine technologies, offshore support capabilities, and commercial marine infrastructure.
What’s On?
Attendees will have access to an exhibition featuring companies and organizations from across the underwater intervention and maritime sectors. The event includes opportunities to explore equipment, technologies, and services related to subsea operations and commercial marine activities.
The exhibition will showcase developments supporting underwater intervention, vessel operations, offshore industries, and marine engineering. Industry professionals attending the event include commercial vessel owners and operators, boat builders, marine architects, port authorities, marine surveyors, government officials, and representatives from oil exploration and production organizations.
Organizations interested in exhibiting can participate as part of the event’s exhibitor program.
Previous Highlights
Underwater Intervention continues a long-standing industry gathering connected to the commercial marine sector in New Orleans. The wider WorkBoat event has served the maritime industry for more than four decades, bringing together professionals to discuss operational challenges, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
The event regularly attracts thousands of maritime professionals to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to explore equipment, services, and solutions relevant to commercial marine operations.
Official Hotels
In partnership with onPeak, discounted hotel rates are available at selected New Orleans hotels for attendees. Flexible change and cancellation policies are available through the official hotel provider.
Event organizers note that onPeak is the only endorsed hotel provider associated with the event. Attendees are advised to use official booking channels when arranging accommodations.
Where is Underwater Intervention 2026?
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70130
United States
To learn more about Underwater Intervention 2026, to register to attend or exhibit, please click below .
