# Hampton Inn Suites — Supply Chain, Cold Storage & Logistics Expo 2027 — Manufacturing & Robotics Conference & Exhibition at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush Intercontinental Aprt (Houston, TX)
- **Canonical Guide:** https://conventions.com/events/hampton-inn-suites-houston-bush-supply-chain-cold-storage-logistics-expo-2027
- **Dates:** Sep 14–16, 2027 (2027-09-14 to 2027-09-16)
- **Host Facility:** Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush Intercontinental Aprt (Houston, TX)
- **Host Facility Engineering Dossier:** https://conventions.com/venues/hampton-inn-suites-houston-bush-intercontinental-aprt-houston
- **Organizer:** North American Freight & Cold Chain Council (Houston Chapter) (https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/houbihx-hampton-suites-houston-bush-intercontinental-aprt/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HX-HOUBIHX)
- **Attendance & Format:** Attendance not yet verified | Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals | B2B Conference & Trade Show
- **Labor Jurisdiction:** Right-to-Work State
- **Hotel Compression Index:** Houston Corridor Schedule Verified
- **Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark:** $133/night Lodging | $80/day M&IE
- **Official Housing Registry:** North American Freight & Cold Chain Council (Houston Chapter) Official Housing Desk (hilton.com, onpeak.com, connectionshousing.com)
## Executive Summary
During SEP 14–16 (2027), Hampton Inn near John (Houston, TX) leads Inn Suites with North American. Visiting strategic Robotics directors configure demos alongside practitioner directors, navigating through IAH to link Turner hosting, Houston and Marquis hospitality, plus dedicated Fifth scheduling. North American charts dedicated badges for Inn Suites (2027) at Hampton Inn.
## Key Event Benchmarks
- **Dates:** Sep 14–16, 2027
- **Host Venue:** Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush Intercontinental Aprt (Houston, TX)
- **Format:** Credentialed Industry & Trade Professionals
- **Sales Tax (ZIP 77010):** 8.25% combined
- **TX Commercial Power:** 8.96¢/kWh (2026-08)
## Audience Composition
## Arrival, Badge Pickup & Floor Timing
- **Airport & Badge Strategy:** Check GSA FY2027 per-diem rates and ground transit options into the Houston, TX convention corridor.
- **Peak Floor Hours:** Primary scheduled dates: Sep 14–16, 2027 at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush Intercontinental Aprt.
- **Hand-Carry & Union Policy:** Hampton Inn & Suites (Houston) Exhibitor Carry-In Policy (Right-to-Work State): One exhibitor badge-holder may hand-carry personal display materials or a single rolling luggage case in one trip through main public/hotel entrances without drayage charges; two-wheel dollies, pushcarts, and crated dock deliveries route through official material-handling labor.
## Walkable Corridor Hotels (Houston)
| Hotel | Access / Connection | Show-Week Rate | Off-Peak Rate | Block Status | Rooms |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Marriott Marquis Houston | ≈32 min rideshare (13.52 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Omni Houston Hotel | ≈36 min rideshare (15.02 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton | ≈38 min rideshare (15.96 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria | ≈38 min rideshare (16.04 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Houston Marriott Westchase | ≈47 min rideshare (19.74 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
| Hyatt Regency Houston West | ≈49 min rideshare (20.5 mi) | ~$0/nt | ~$0/nt | Unverified | 0 |
## Exhibitor Building Services vs. Open-Market Local Suppliers
| Service | Facility Policy | Show-Manual Rate | Local Market Benchmark | Savings |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Electrical, Compressed Air & Ceiling Rigging | Exclusive Building Service | Per official exhibitor service kit | Exclusive Hampton Inn & Suites (Houston) authorized contractor | Order before advance deadline |
| Dock-to-Booth Freight Handling (Drayage) | Exclusive Building Service | Per show decorator rate sheet | Hand-carry rules vary by show |  |
| Booth AV, Monitors & Exhibit Builds (EAC) | Independent Suppliers Permitted | Official contractor show kit | Independent Houston EAC quotes |  |
## Private Client Dining & VIP Buyout Venues
| Venue | Cuisine | Walk / Transit | Private Capacity | Typical F&B Minimum | AV Ready |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Prime 131 | Steak House () | ≈30 min drive (12.46 mi) • 2505 W 11th St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77008, USA |  |  | No |
| Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse | Steak House () | ≈32 min drive (13.34 mi) • 1510 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA |  |  | No |
| Guard and Grace | Steak House () | ≈32 min drive (13.4 mi) • 500 Dallas St Ste 100, Houston, TX 77002, USA |  |  | No |
| Turner's Cut | Steak House () | ≈33 min drive (13.88 mi) • 811 Buffalo Pk Dr Ste 160, Houston, TX 77019, USA |  |  | No |
| Brenner's on the Bayou | Restaurant () | ≈34 min drive (14.08 mi) • 1 Birdsall St, Houston, TX 77007, USA |  |  | No |
## Verified Logistics & Procurement FAQs
### When and where is Hampton Inn Suites — Supply Chain, Cold Storage & Logistics Expo 2027 held?
Hampton Inn Suites — Supply Chain, Cold Storage & Logistics Expo 2027 is scheduled for Sep 14–16, 2027 at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush Intercontinental Aprt in Houston, TX, organized by North American Freight & Cold Chain Council (Houston Chapter).
*Source: Hampton Inn Suites — Supply Chain, Cold Storage & Logistics Expo Schedule*
### What are the prevailing trade wages and retail sales tax rate in Houston, TX?
Per U.S. BLS OEWS data for Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX MSA (BLS OEWS), prevailing mean hourly wages are $25.41/hr for carpenters, $29.68/hr for electricians, and $27.90/hr for AV technicians. Combined retail sales tax in Houston (ZIP 77010) is 8.25%.
*Source: U.S. BLS OEWS + State Revenue*
### What live entertainment or arena events are scheduled in Houston via Ticketmaster?
Ticketmaster Discovery API listings in Houston, TX include FATT MACK — (WAREHOUSE LIVE, MIDTOWN) at Warehouse Live Midtown (2026-10-31), Cameron Whitcomb - Kingdom of Fear Tour at House of Blues Houston (2026-10-31), City of the Sun at White Oak Music Hall - Upstairs (2026-10-31). Nearest CMS-verified emergency hospital: Houston Methodist Hospital ((713) 790-3311).
*Source: Ticketmaster Discovery API + CMS Care Compare*