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ONS 2026 – Offshore Northern Seas
ONS (Offshore Northern Seas) is a major global energy conference and exhibition held biennially in Stavanger, Norway, bringing together the offshore, oil and gas, and broader energy industry to discuss technology, transition, security, and market developments.
Directory listing reviewed June 2026
About ONS 2026 – Offshore Northern Seas
What to Expect
At ONS 2026, visitors can expect a large-scale, international energy exhibition and conference that positions Stavanger as a global meeting place for the offshore and broader energy industry. The event traditionally runs across four full days, with exhibition opening hours from morning through late afternoon and extended networking, cultural and social activities in the evenings through the ONS+ program. The venue, Stavanger Forum, hosts extensive exhibition halls, conference arenas, lounges and meeting rooms, all designed to accommodate major equipment displays, technology demonstrations, and high-level executive meetings. The conference program is organised into several arenas, including the ONS Strategic Conference, Summit, Energy Society and multiple thematic stages focused on innovation, technology, and energy transition. Attendees can expect keynote speeches from industry leaders, panel discussions on the future of energy systems, security of supply, digitalisation of offshore operations, and pathways to net-zero. In parallel, the exhibition showcases equipment and services spanning offshore oil and gas, subsea, marine operations, renewable energy, grid and storage solutions, digital tools, and related engineering and service offerings. ONS places strong emphasis on dialogue and knowledge sharing between operators, suppliers, policymakers, financial institutions and innovators. Dedicated areas highlight start-ups and emerging technologies, giving visibility to new solutions for decarbonisation, efficiency, and safety. Visitors can also expect numerous networking opportunities: company-hosted events, informal meetings in the exhibition halls, and city-wide activities linked to ONS+. Services such as badge pick-up, transport guidance, and maps are provided to streamline the visitor experience. Taken together, ONS 2026 offers a comprehensive environment for business development, strategic insights, and exposure to the latest developments across the energy value chain.
Who Should Attend
ONS 2026 is aimed at professionals and decision-makers across the global energy sector, especially those connected to offshore and subsea activities, oil and gas, and the rapidly evolving energy transition. Typical attendees include executives and managers from operating companies, drilling and production firms, renewable energy developers, technology and equipment manufacturers, engineering and construction contractors, digital and data solution providers, and maritime and logistics specialists. Policy-makers, regulators, and representatives from government agencies and international organisations attend to engage in strategic debate and policy dialogue, while investors, analysts, and financial institutions participate to understand market trends and identify new opportunities. The event is also relevant for researchers, academics, and students working on energy systems, offshore engineering, sustainability, and digital technology, who can benefit from exposure to industrial case studies, innovation showcases, and networking with practitioners. Professional service providers—such as legal, consulting, recruitment and training companies—find value in meeting clients and understanding emerging needs across the sector. Start-ups and scale-ups developing new technologies for emissions reduction, safety, automation, and data-driven operations can use ONS as a platform to connect with potential partners, investors and early adopters. While ONS is primarily a business-to-business event, selected public-facing activities, especially within ONS+, provide opportunities for broader stakeholders and the local community to engage with energy topics.
Why It Matters
ONS (Offshore Northern Seas) matters because it has evolved into one of the leading global arenas for energy dialogue and industrial collaboration, at a time when the sector is undergoing rapid transformation. Held biennially in Stavanger, ONS brings together tens of thousands of visitors and more than a thousand exhibitors, providing a concentrated forum where operational experience, new technology, and strategic thinking intersect. For companies, it is a critical platform to showcase solutions, launch innovations, and forge partnerships that can shape offshore projects, investment decisions, and technology roadmaps for years ahead. From a broader perspective, ONS plays a significant role in framing the conversation around energy transition and security of supply. Conference themes and sessions confront complex questions about how to balance reliable energy delivery with decarbonisation, how to scale renewable projects, and how to integrate digital and subsea technologies into existing infrastructures. The event’s multi-arena format ensures that perspectives from industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and civil society are represented, reinforcing ONS as more than a traditional trade fair—it is a strategic forum for shaping future energy systems. The scale and diversity of participants make ONS a barometer of the health and direction of the offshore and energy industries. Attendance figures exceeding 72,000 visitors in recent editions indicate strong global interest and underline the event’s impact on regional and national economies, including Stavanger and Norway’s wider energy cluster. For local and international stakeholders alike, ONS stimulates innovation, supports skills development, and consolidates Norway’s position as a hub for expertise in offshore operations and energy technology. By convening this community, ONS contributes directly to the development of safer, more efficient and more sustainable energy solutions—issues that are central to business strategies and public policy worldwide.
Venue & directions
Stavanger Forum
Gunnar Warebergsgate 13, 4021 Stavanger, Norway
Stavanger, Norway
Frequently Asked Questions
ONS 2026 (Offshore Northern Seas) will take place from 24–27 August 2026 in Stavanger, Norway. The exhibition and conference run across four days with dedicated daytime exhibition hours and evening networking and festival activities (ONS+).
The main venue for ONS 2026 is Stavanger Forum, Gunnar Warebergsgate 13, 4021 Stavanger, Norway. This exhibition and conference center hosts the trade show halls, conference arenas, and many of the side events. Additional activities and logistics (badge pickup, ONS+) may also be organized at Stavanger Airport and other sites in the city.
Registration information, ticket options, and exhibitor sign-up for ONS 2026 are available via the official ONS website. Prospective visitors and exhibitors can register online, find pricing and passes for the exhibition and conferences, and contact the ONS Service Office or info@ons.no for support.
ONS 2026 is organised by the ONS Foundation, a non-profit organisation based in Stavanger, Norway. The organiser’s main website is ons.no, and they can be contacted via the central office in Stavanger or by email at info@ons.no.
ONS typically attracts very large industry participation. Organiser data for recent editions show more than 72,000 visitors at ONS 2024 and over 1,200 exhibitors at the event. Similar scale is expected for ONS 2026, making it one of the leading global meeting places for the energy industry.
ONS 2026 features multiple conference arenas and exhibition zones covering themes such as energy transition, offshore and subsea technology, digitalization, security of supply, and innovation. Attendees can expect strategic keynotes, technical sessions, start-up showcases, and networking in both formal and informal settings including the ONS+ evening program.
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