HOUSTON, TX — June 2, 2026 — Altamira, a leading environmental and engineering consulting firm, is pleased to announce its participation in the 2026 Southern Gas Association (SGA) Operations Conference (OpsCon), taking place July 22–23, 2026, in Austin, Texas. The event brings together natural gas industry professionals, operators, executives, engineers and service providers to explore emerging technologies, operational best practices and strategies for improving safety, reliability and compliance.

Advancing Operational Excellence Across the Natural Gas Industry

OpsCon is one of the premier industry events focused on the operational challenges and opportunities facing natural gas utilities and operators. The conference features educational tracks covering critical topics such as:

• Compliance & Risk Mitigation
• Reliability & Integrity
• Industry Innovation
• IT & Cybersecurity
• Control Room Management
• Supply Chain
• Project Management
• Underground Storage

By attending OpsCon, Altamira will engage with industry leaders and operators to discuss the evolving regulatory environment, operational performance improvements and innovative solutions that support safe and reliable energy delivery.

Supporting Client Through Complex Operational Challenges

Altamira’s participation reflects the company’s commitment to helping clients navigate increasingly complex regulatory, environmental and operational requirements. With decades of experience across the energy sector, Altamira provides expertise in:

• Regulatory Compliance
• Asset Integrity
• Pipeline Safety Management Systems
• Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)
• Engineering Services
• Digital Solutions
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Strategic Advisory Consulting

Events like OpsCon provide valuable opportunities to exchange ideas, learn from industry peers and stay informed about developing trends that affect natural gas operations, infrastructure reliability and risk management.

“OpsCon brings together many of the industry’s leading operators, innovators and decision-makers,” said TK Akins, Vice President of Integrity at Altamira. “We look forward to connecting with attendees and discussing practical solutions that help organizations improve operational performance, strengthen compliance programs and enhance system reliability.”

Building Stronger Industry Partnerships

The Southern Gas Association describes OpsCon as a platform dedicated to unlocking innovation, facilitating collaboration and optimizing outcomes throughout the natural gas industry. The conference offers attendees opportunities to share knowledge, benchmark performance and develop meaningful professional relationships that drive continuous improvement.

Altamira values these collaborative opportunities and remains committed to supporting clients with the technical expertise, regulatory insight and digital technologies necessary to meet today’s operational and compliance challenges.

Delivering Trusted Solutions for a Changing Industry

As natural gas operators continue to focus on safety, reliability, efficiency and regulatory compliance, Altamira remains a trusted partner providing integrated consulting, engineering, environmental and digital services. By participating in industry forums such as OpsCon, Altamira continues to strengthen its understanding of emerging challenges and help clients achieve sustainable operational success.

To schedule a meeting with one of our experts, please contact tk.akins@altamira-us.com or call (301) 257-2188.

About Altamira

Altamira is a leading engineering and environmental consulting company specializing in regulatory compliance, strategic advising and digital solutions. With decades of experience and a reputation for integrity, innovation and agility, Altamira partners with clients to solve complex operational and regulatory challenges across various industries. Our multidisciplinary team delivers high-quality services in asset integrity, pipeline safety, environmental health and safety, GIS and energy asset engineering, supported by deep expertise in federal, state and local regulations including PHMSA, EPA, DOT and OSHA. Headquartered in Texas with satellite offices across the Gulf Coast and Southwestern U.S., Altamira is committed to driving sustainable outcomes and long-term value through tailored, technology-enabled solutions. Learn more at https://altamira-us.com/ and follow us on LinkedIn.