Most major incidents don’t occur because organisations lack safety controls. They occur because critical safeguards quietly weaken over time.
Whether it’s a refinery fire, chemical release or major equipment failure, the consequences can be severe. According to industry research, 91% of process safety professionals believe improved access to real-time process safety indicators would strengthen risk awareness and safety.
That’s why Marcus Evans is bringing together industry leaders at the 16th Annual Prosafe 2026 Conference to explore practical strategies for strengthening process safety assurance and preventing major incidents.
The event will explore how organisations are strengthening assurance processes, verifying critical controls and maintaining confidence in the systems designed to prevent catastrophic incidents.
Key Highlights
- Learn how leading organisations are scaling critical control verification across complex operations
- Explore practical approaches to barrier integrity management and preventing control degradation
- Benchmark assurance frameworks against major hazard operators across Australia
- Gain lessons learned from real-world incidents, investigations and process safety failures
- Participate in a dedicated post-conference workshop focused on translating strategy into operational practice
Featured Sessions:
- The Gap Between Compliant and Safe: Closing the Loop on Safety-Critical Control Implementation – The University of Queensland
- Scaling Assurance: Managing Critical Control Verification at Operational Scale – Cross River Rail Delivery Authority
- Barrier Integrity Management: Preventing Degradation and Drift in Critical Controls – PPG
- Critical Controls Assurance: Performance Verification, Evidence Systems and Functional Integrity – Kemira
[Post-Conference Workshop] Driving Simplicity and Urgency in Practical Process Safety
The conference concludes with a dedicated technical workshop and industry learning experience designed to help delegates apply conference insights within their own operations. Discussions will explore practical implementation approaches, critical control management, operational readiness and emerging best practices in process safety assurance.
“Major incidents occur when critical controls weaken and warning signs are missed. The 16th Annual Prosafe 2026 brings industry leaders together to strengthen assurance, share lessons from real incidents and improve operational resilience,” said Derek Conway, CEO of Marcus Evans – APAC.
Exclusive Subscribers Discount:
Secure your spot via our registration link and use code MP15 to enjoy 15% off your registration.
Event Dates: 24 – 26 August 202 – Event Venue: Brisbane City Centre, Australia – Event Website
