with Fourth Consecutive VTScada Victory
At every ScadaFest, one of the most anticipated events is the VTScada Configuration Challenge, rebranded in 2026 to SCADAMania. Designed to test technical knowledge, creativity, speed, and problem-solving under pressure, the competition has become a proving ground for some of the most talented VTScada professionals in the industry.
This year, the challenge once again belonged to Steve Gillan of PBX Engineering Ltd., who achieved an extraordinary milestone by capturing his fourth consecutive title.
Steve’s latest victory builds on an already remarkable legacy. In 2025, he became the first-ever “3-Peat” champion after securing three straight wins in the competition. His performance earned recognition for exceptional configuration expertise, innovation under pressure, and an unwavering commitment to technical excellence.
Now, by extending that streak to four consecutive championships, Steve has raised the bar once again.
The VTScada Configuration Challenge is more than a test of software knowledge. Competitors must think on their feet, solve complex configuration tasks quickly, and demonstrate a deep understanding of real-world SCADA applications. The event consistently attracts some of the most skilled VTScada users and system integrators attending ScadaFest, making repeated victories especially impressive.
What makes Steve’s accomplishment even more remarkable is the consistency required to win year after year. Technology evolves, challenge formats change, and the field of competitors continues to grow stronger. Yet Steve has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to adapt, innovate, and perform at the highest level.
His success is a testament not only to his technical capabilities but also to the dedication and passion that define the VTScada community. Professionals like Steve continually push themselves to learn, improve, and share knowledge with others, helping elevate the entire ecosystem of users, developers, and system integrators.
For attendees, the Configuration Challenge has become one of the highlights of ScadaFest. It embodies the spirit of friendly competition, hands-on learning, and technical excellence that makes the event unique. Seeing competitors tackle demanding real-world scenarios reminds us that behind every successful SCADA project are talented individuals committed to mastering their craft.
As ScadaFest continues to grow, milestones like this become part of its history. A three-time champion was once unprecedented. A four-time consecutive champion is something truly special.
Congratulations to Steve Gillan and the team at PBX Engineering Ltd. on an incredible achievement. Four straight victories in the VTScada Configuration Challenge is a record that will be remembered for years to come, and one that future competitors will undoubtedly be eager to challenge.
Will anyone be able to dethrone the reigning champion next year? The challenge has been issued, and ScadaFest 2027 can’t come soon enough.
