STLE community brings together tribology and lubrication engineering professionals for five days of technical training, industry education and business networking
PARK RIDGE, Illinois, USA (December 2, 2025) – The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) — the technical society for individuals in the field of tribology and lubrication engineering — announces that registration is now open for the 2026 STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition: Innovating Through Tribology & Lubrication, May 17-21, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana. The STLE community and global tribology and lubrication engineering experts will gather for five days of technical training, industry education and business networking at the meeting.
The meeting will feature over 400 technical presentations and posters, a trade show with nearly 100 exhibitors, over 30 Commercial Marketing Forum presentations, 9 industry-specific education courses, discussion panels and more. Topic areas include electric vehicles, grease, metalworking fluids, rolling element bearings, sustainability in motion, power generation, hydraulics and ocean tribology, and more.
“The STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition is a cornerstone event for the tribology and lubrication engineering community,” said Rebecca Lintow, CAE, STLE executive director. “It provides an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to exchange knowledge, explore the latest technological advancements and network with industry leaders from around the world. Our goal is to foster collaboration and drive innovation within our field, ensuring that our members stay at the forefront of industry developments.”
Annual Meeting Registration and Housing
Annual Meeting registration and hotel reservations are now open. STLE members and non-members can save $100 on meeting registration by taking advantage of the early bird rate through March 20, 2026. The hotel room reservation deadline is April 17, 2026. Rooms are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, so attendees are encouraged to book their stay as soon as possible.
To learn more about the 2026 STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition: Innovating Through Tribology & Lubrication, visit https://www.stle.org/annualmeeting.
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About the Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers (STLE)
The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) is the premier technical society serving the needs of over 15,000 individuals and 200 companies and organizations that comprise the tribology and lubrication engineering business sector. STLE members are employed by the world’s leading corporations, academic institutions and governmental agencies dealing with science and technology. STLE supports these distinguished technical experts with various professional education and certification programs. STLE is a professional technical society providing robust resources in technical research, education and professional development delivered through programming, courses, events and periodicals on topics most important to you: safety, energy usage, maintenance, natural resources, wear and productivity.
Tribological advancements can improve productivity, profitability, sustainability and safety across several industries, including manufacturing, metalworking, transportation and power energy. Membership is available to those interested in staying current with the latest technologies, advancing their careers and making new professional connections worldwide. STLE membership is a low-cost investment with high professional rewards. For more information or to join today, visit www.stle.org.
