March 29th - April 2nd 2026 Palm Springs, CA
Where the HDD Industry came Together to Connect, Innovate, and Drive What’s Next
The HDD industry came together in Palm Springs, California, for the highly anticipated 2026 No-Dig Conference! The event brought together contractors, engineers, manufacturers, and industry leaders for three days of education, networking, and conversations about the future of horizontal directional drilling.
Set in Southern California, the conference offered more than just an event. It was an opportunity to explore where HDD is headed and why having a strong, unified voice for the industry matters more than ever.
Throughout the three day conference, attendees heard from industry leaders and experts through business sessions focused on the future of HDD. Discussions covered market trends, workforce challenges, evolving technology, and growing project demands, giving professionals valuable insight into the opportunities and challenges ahead.
But just as important as the sessions was the chance to connect. The No-Dig Conference brought together HDD professionals from across the country, creating opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and catch up with familiar faces in the industry.
As HDD projects continue to grow in scale and complexity, organizations like the HDDA play an important role in supporting contractors and advancing the industry. The conference highlighted the challenges facing HDD, as well as the work being done to strengthen the industry and prepare for the future.
