The 14th International Conference on Pressure Vessel Technology (ICPVT-14) will be held in Shanghai, China, on 23-26 September, 2015. ICPVT-14 is being organized by Chinese Pressure Vessel Institution along with AORC member countries.

The ICPVT Conference series, as the main activity of the International Council on Pressure Vessel Technology, is known to be the outstanding international forum for scientists, engineers and managers to discuss diverse engineering and science topics related to pressure vessel and piping technologies for the process and power industries. ICPVT-14 will continue the tradition to cover the worldwide development of pressure vessel technology and will focus on the energy and environment challenges that are closely related to our life. The main theme of the Conference is 'Pressure Vessel Technology for Better Life'.

To encourage young students to be involved in the development of pressure vessel technology, Student Competitions will be held in conjunction with the conference. Education session will also be developed.

You are cordially invited to attend the conference, to meet colleagues and friends and enjoy your stay in one of the most beautiful cities in China.

Prof. Shan-Tung Tu

Chairman of ICPVT-14

East China University of Science and Technology

Prof. Xuedong Chen

Executive Chairman of ICPVT-14

Hefei General Machinery Research Institute