NDT QAZAQSTAN 2026: KEY PLATFORM FOR PROFESSIONAL DIALOGUE, TECHNOLOGIES AND STRATEGIES IN THE FIELD OF NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING

FROM APRIL 28 TO 30, 2026, THE 5TH KAZAKHSTAN INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION 'NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING AND TECHNICAL DIAGNOSTICS' — NDT QAZAQSTAN 2026 WILL BE HELD IN KAZAKHSTAN.

The exhibition is building a strong reputation as a specialized business platform focused on the development of the non-destructive testing market in Central Asia. In 2026, the exhibition will continue this mission, emphasizing the systematic development of the industry in Kazakhstan, the implementation of innovative diagnostic approaches, and the enhancement of industrial safety amidst growing demands for infrastructure and production process reliability.

The exposition will bring together companies from Kazakhstan, China, and Russia, presenting comprehensive solutions in engineering services, laboratory control, metrology and standardization, monitoring systems, non-destructive testing, technical and environmental diagnostics, as well as energy audits. Such a wide industry coverage reflects the interdisciplinary nature of modern diagnostic tasks and underscores the importance of integrating various technological directions into a single system to ensure the safety and efficiency of industrial facilities.

A special focus within the exhibition will be on participants forming the scientific and engineering foundation of the industry. Among them are 'Engineering Technical Systems' and the 'Kazakhstan Research and Development' center, whose activities are aimed at developing and implementing innovative solutions that meet the current challenges of the industry.

Among the distinguished guests are representatives of government structures and industry organizations, including the Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Bauyrzhan Kasymov, and the Deputy General Director of RSE 'KazStandard', Alexander Razzaryonov. Their participation reflects the high level of institutional interest in standardization, technical regulation, and the development of non-destructive testing technologies.

The business program of NDT Qazaqstan 2026 takes on special significance, becoming the central intellectual core of the exhibition and a key platform for discussing strategic and applied industry issues. On April 29, a one-day conference 'Non-Destructive Testing: Safety, Technology, and Industry Resilience' will be held at the EXPO IEC, bringing together representatives from government bodies, industry associations, the scientific community, and businesses.

The forum program will open with a plenary session 'Non-Destructive Testing as the Basis of Industrial Safety and Sustainable Development in Kazakhstan', dedicated to the role of non-destructive testing as the foundation of industrial safety and sustainable development in Kazakhstan. The discussion will focus on forming a systematic vision of the place of NDT in the structure of technical regulation, ensuring reliable operation of industrial and infrastructure facilities, as well as issues of certification, accreditation, and increasing trust in control results. Special attention will be given to human resources, technological development, and localization of solutions. Among the speakers are representatives of relevant ministries, associations, and leading industry experts. The session will also feature reports on the harmonization of national and international standards, the evolution of approaches to non-destructive testing in oil and gas projects, and modern solutions in corrosion protection.

The practical focus of the forum will continue with a specialized session 'Diagnostics and Monitoring of Oil and Gas Facilities: Corrosion, Hydrogen Risks, Reliability', dedicated to the diagnostics and monitoring of oil and gas facilities. The session will cover modern methods of non-destructive testing, including advanced ultrasonic diagnostic technologies, as well as digital solutions and online monitoring systems. Speakers — representatives of government bodies, oil and gas operators, and international companies — will present practical cases demonstrating how the application of NDT reduces accidents and optimizes operational costs.

The next specialized session 'Control of Materials and Structures: Concrete, Reinforcement, Welded Joints' will focus on the control of materials and structures in industrial and infrastructure construction. The discussion will focus on the diagnostics of concrete, reinforced concrete structures, and welded joints, as well as the assessment of the condition of objects during reconstruction and extension of their service life. Experts will consider practical aspects of applying non-destructive testing on industrial sites and present real cases. Among the speakers are representatives of government structures and international experts who will share their experience in implementing innovative and robotic solutions in the field of structural diagnostics.

Thus, NDT Qazaqstan 2026 serves not only as an exhibition platform but also as a strategic tool for industry development, contributing to strengthening professional dialogue, expanding international cooperation, and promoting technological solutions aimed at ensuring the reliability and sustainability of Kazakhstan's industrial sector.

Official support was provided by the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Committee for Industrial Safety of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, RSE 'KazStandard', and the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Kazakhstan 'Atameken'.

The exhibition is organized by the Kazakhstan exhibition company ITECA and its international partner ICA Events Group.