Highlights of the Program

2 days business program:

Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.

SHOWCASING INNOVATION:

Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.

leaders talk:

Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.

MULTIPLE STREAMS:

A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.

SMART TECHNOLOGIES:

Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.

roundtable discussion:

Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.

Program

Day 1 :
MONDAY, 11 MAY, 2026
08:30 - 09:30
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
SWW USING AI TO IMPROVE SURVEY EFFICIENCY IN COASTAL CATCHMENTS
Helen Dobby
South West Water

Helen Dobby

South West Water

  • Explaining how AI and workforce collaboration enhance wastewater network operations
  • Increasing sewer survey speed and detail using AI-powered computer vision in the field
  • Targeting smarter environmental outcomes across a third of the UK’s bathing water areas
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON AI-ENABLED SURVEYING FOR COASTAL WATER MANAGEMENT
10:10 - 10:40
SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
  • Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
  • Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
  • Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON SMART WATER UTILITIES
11:30 - 11:55
PFAS AND WATER UTILITIES: TOWARDS AN INTEGRATED MONITORING AND REMOVAL STRATEGY
Alessandro Garavaglia
Acqua Novara. Vco S.p.A

Alessandro Garavaglia

Acqua Novara. Vco S.p.A

  • Mapping PFAS contamination using advanced flow detection and analytical methodologies
  • Assessing removal technologies based on scalability, cost, and environmental sustainability
  • Integrating real-time data to enable predictive PFAS management and smarter interventions
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON SMART MONITORING AND PFAS REMOVAL STRATEGIES
12:00 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH & VISITING THE SMART WATER UTILITIES EXHIBITION
13:35 - 14:00
HOW DIGITAL ASSETS SUPPORT DECISION-MAKING AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Dries Storme
Delaware

Dries Storme

Delaware

  • Leveraging digital meter data to its full potential through applied case studies
  • Building data ecosystems inspired by the Delphi Oracle for strategic insight at scale
  • Showcasing innovation-driven partnerships to improve non-revenue water reduction
14:00 - 14:05
Q&A SESSION ON USING DIGITAL ECOSYSTEMS FOR UTILITY PERFORMANCE
14:05 - 14:30
WATER MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT: DETECT WATER LEAKS AND SAVE COSTS
Dorian Appledoorn
Cadis

Dorian Appledoorn

Cadis

  • Presenting case studies on building water leaks and their prevention through smart monitoring
  • Explaining how intelligent algorithms distinguish leaks from normal consumption patterns
  • Demonstrating autonomous devices that alert users or shut valves to prevent water damage
14:30 - 14:35
Q&A SESSION ON SMART MONITORING FOR LEAK PREVENTION IN BUILDINGS
14:40 - 15:10
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:15 - 15:45
RESERVED PRESENTATION
15:45 - 16:00
CLOSING REMARKS
16:00 - 17:00
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
Day 2 :
TUESDAY, 12 MAY, 2026
09:00 - 09:30
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:10
RESERVED PRESENTATION
10:10 - 10:35
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION: RANC-EE’S JOURNEY TO SMART WATER UTILITIES
Markus Dächert
GOPA Tech GmbH

Markus Dächert

GOPA Tech GmbH

  • Driving digital utility reform in Costa Rica through smart metering and data integration
  • Applying AI, hydraulic modelling, and dashboards to cut leaks and energy use at scale
  • Strengthening cybersecurity, staff training, and public trust for long-term resilience
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL STRATEGIES FOR UTILITY MODERNISATION
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
RESERVED PRESENTATION
11:30 - 11:55
DECENTRALISED WATER REUSE FOR SMART, RESILIENT UTILITIES IN EUROPE
Arthur Valkieser
Hydraloop

Arthur Valkieser

Hydraloop

  • Reducing drinking water demand and infrastructure strain through greywater reuse systems
  • Providing utilities with localised data insights for forecasting and network optimisation
  • Aligning EU policy and standards to embed decentralised reuse in urban water planning
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON INTEGRATING DECENTRALISED REUSE INTO SMART WATER STRATEGIES
12:00 - 12:15
FEEDBACK AND RAFFLE DRAW
12:15 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH

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