KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Maintenance and Reliability Training Conference (MARCON) will return to the Knoxville Convention Center this spring, marking its 30th anniversary as one of the premier industry gatherings for maintenance, reliability and asset management professionals.
Hosted by the University of Tennessee Reliability and Maintainability Center, MARCON brings together practitioners, engineers, and operations leaders from across manufacturing and asset-intensive industries for four days of education, networking and applied learning.
What to Expect at MARCON 2026
This year’s milestone event will feature a comprehensive mix of:
- Expert-led technical sessions
- Hands-on workshops
- Industry case studies
- Networking and peer knowledge exchange
- Exhibitor showcases featuring leading solution providers
Attendees will gain practical strategies focused on improving equipment reliability, maintenance execution, asset lifecycle performance, and plant productivity.
Education remains the core of the MARCON experience, with sessions designed to deliver actionable takeaways that professionals can apply immediately within their facilities.
Workshops & Technical Training
In addition to conference sessions, MARCON offers optional pre- and post-conference workshops ranging from half-day to full-day formats. These deep-dive trainings allow attendees to build specialized skills in areas such as:
- Reliability engineering
- Preventive and predictive maintenance
- Root cause analysis
- Asset management strategy
- Maintenance planning and scheduling
Flexible registration packages allow participants to combine conference access with one or more workshop days for a customized learning experience.
Industry Networking & Exhibits
MARCON’s exhibit hall will showcase technology providers, service firms, and reliability solution leaders supporting modern maintenance organizations. Attendees can expect opportunities to:
- Explore new reliability technologies
- Evaluate maintenance tools and software
- Connect with service partners
- Build relationships with peers facing similar operational challenges
The event’s collaborative environment is a hallmark of MARCON, fostering knowledge exchange between practitioners, suppliers and educators.
Celebrating 30 Years of Impact
The 2026 conference represents a major milestone—three decades of advancing maintenance and reliability best practices. Over the past 30 years, MARCON has built a reputation as a practical, practitioner-focused event dedicated to improving plant performance, reducing downtime and strengthening workforce capability across industries.
Event Details
Event: MARCON 2026 — Maintenance & Reliability Conference
Dates: March 2–5, 2026
Location: Knoxville Convention Center — Knoxville, Tennessee
Hosted by: University of Tennessee Reliability and Maintainability Center
Registration packages include conference access, workshops or bundled multi-day training options.
About MARCON
MARCON is an annual conference dedicated to advancing the field of maintenance and reliability through education, collaboration, and applied industry research. The event convenes professionals from manufacturing, energy, utilities, transportation and other asset-intensive sectors to share best practices and emerging strategies.
