Save the date, registration now open!
WHAT:
The IUC's two-day pipeline safety conference, organized in conjunction with the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA) Inspector Training and Qualifications (TQ) Division, is designed specifically for utility industry professionals to receive updates on the latest state and federal pipeline safety regulations and hear from industry representatives and IUC pipeline inspectors and investigators.
WHO:
We welcome investor-owned natural gas utilities, pipeline companies, and municipalities, as well as gas industry workers, engineers, managers, gas system maintenance personnel, and local officials.
WHEN:
February 25-26, 2025
(Agenda and additional details to come!)
WHERE:
Holiday Inn Des Moines - Airport Conference Center
6111 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, Iowa
WHY ATTEND?
β’ Learn about new and upcoming regulations and best practices in the natural gas industry
β’ Meet and interact with industry peers and regulators
** Please note this conference is NOT an annual event. The IUC holds the pipeline safety conference every three years.**
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Conference registration is now open. Registration is required prior to booking a hotel room at the group rate.
After completing your registration, you will receive a confirmation email that includes the Pipeline Safety Conference room block reservation link to the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport.
β’ Special room block rate: $139 (plus tax and fees)
β’ Room block will close at 5 p.m. January 29 or when the reserved block of rooms sells out
Plan Your Travel
- From Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
A complimentary airport shuttle to the hotel is available daily. - Driving from Eastern Iowa
o Take Interstate 80 West
o Exit onto US-65S
o Take exit 97 for Fleur Drive, follow to the destination (will be on the right) - Driving from Western Iowa
o Take Interstate 80 East
o Take exit 68 for Iowa Highway 5 South
o Take exit 97 for Fleur Drive, follow to the destination (will be on the right) - Driving from Northern Iowa
o Take Interstate 35 South
o Merge onto Interstate 235 West
o Take exit 7 for MLK Jr Parkway/Airport
o Turn Left onto MLK Jr Parkway
o Follow Fleur Drive to the destination (will be on the left) - Driving from Southern Iowa
o Take Interstate 35 North
o Take exit 68 for Iowa Highway 5 South
o Take exit 97 for Fleur Drive, follow to the destination (will be on the right)
Vendors
Industry vendors are welcome! Share your products and services, attend the conference sessions, and speak to conference attendees.
Vendor registration information will be available soon. To find out about space availability and be added to our contact list, email iuc@iuc.iowa.gov.
Common Questions
What is the registration cost?
Early bird registration is $300 before December 31! The regular registration cost will be $350 after that date. Substitutions will be allowed.
How do I reserve space for a vendor booth?
Email iuc@iuc.iowa.gov with your company and contact name and email, product or service information, and amount of space requested to receive registration information and conference communications.
Whom should I contact if I have any dietary restrictions?
There is an opportunity to indicate any special dietary restrictions during
the registration process.
Where can I find the hotel reservation link?
The hotel reservation link will be included in your Pipeline Safety Conference registration confirmation email. Only registered attendees will receive the hotel reservation link. If youβre not receiving our Pipeline Safety Conference emails (i.e., confirmation email, notifications, etc.), please ask your IT department to whitelist the iuc.iowa.gov domain to ensure our emails are not blocked by a spam filter.
Will internet be available?
Yes. The Pipeline Safety Conference will have dedicated WiFi available.
Additional Activities and Attractions in Metro Des Moines
Explore area restaurants and things to do during your stay in Des Moines. Plan your visit with information from Catch Des Moines.
Need further assistance? Email iuc@iuc.iowa.gov.
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