AISTech 2025

AISTech is North America's largest annual iron and steel technology conference and exposition, offering a comprehensive global perspective on the current marketplace. This event showcases cutting-edge technologies from across the world that empower steelmakers to enhance their competitiveness. It is set to take at Music City Center in Nashville, from May 5 to 8, 2025. 

The data of past edition's remarkable success 

AISTech 2024, held from May 6–9 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, marked a significant milestone in the steel industry's calendar. The event attracted a record-breaking 8,377 attendees, including 2,298 full conference registrants and 89 students, representing 46 countries. The technical program featured 462 presentations, offering insights into the latest advancements in ironmaking, steelmaking, and related technologies. The exposition showcased 687 exhibiting companies across 663 assigned booths, covering 123,650 square feet of space, highlighting cutting-edge products and services in the steel sector.

Ironmaking, steelmaking, and other specific topics 

AISTech's comprehensive range of conference themes reflects the diverse and evolving landscape of the iron and steel industry. These sessions are carefully curated to address the most pressing topics and challenges within the sector. From "safety & health" to "environmental technology," these sessions encompass a wide spectrum of subjects, including safety protocols, environmental regulations, and innovative technologies. Furthermore, they delve into specific areas such as "cokemaking," "ironmaking," "direct reduced iron," and "electric steelmaking," providing a platform for sharing insights and advancements in these key processes. The conference also covers critical aspects like "metallurgy," "energy & utilities," "electrical applications," "computer applications/digitalization," and "project & construction management" to foster knowledge exchange and innovation. Additionally, "maintenance & reliability," "lubrication & hydraulics," and "refractory systems" highlight the importance of maintenance, materials, and systems that underpin the industry's efficiency. Topics like "material handling," "cranes," and "transportation & logistics" shed light on the critical logistics, safety, and equipment-related considerations that contribute to the industry's success. AISTech's thematic diversity ensures that the conference remains a vital forum for iron and steel professionals to stay informed and collaborate in this dynamic field.

A prime chance to forge business connections

Attending AISTech offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of the steel industry. The technical conference features over 100 sessions and more than 300 individual presentations, showcasing the latest advancements in ironmaking, steelmaking, finishing processes, and engineering technologies. The exposition hosts a wide array of exhibitors, offering attendees insights into innovative products and services shaping the future of the steel industry. Additionally, the event provides valuable networking opportunities through highlights like the President's Award Breakfast and the Industry Leader Town Hall Forum, fostering meaningful connections among industry professionals.

About the organizers of AISTech

The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) is a non-profit organization with over 16,000 members from more than 70 countries. AIST focuses on advancing the technical development, production, processing, and application of iron and steel.