The IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition is the leading global event for water and allied professionals, covering the entire water cycle. Organized every two years by the International Water Association, it brings together thought leaders, decision-makers, researchers, and business innovators from across and beyond the water sector to shape the future of water. Following a successful 2024 edition in Toronto, the 15th Congress will take place in Glasgow in 2026, welcoming around 10,000 participants from around the world.

The event offers a comprehensive technical programme curated by a global expert committee, featuring presentations, workshops, and poster sessions that showcase the latest knowledge and innovations. This is complemented by keynote speeches, panel discussions, leadership forums, technology showcases, and an integrated trade exhibition, ensuring strong impact and value for all participants.

Participants include representatives from utilities, academia, government institutions, NGOs, technology providers, consultancies, media, and related sectors such as agriculture, urban planning, ICT, and finance. While global in scope, each edition highlights regional expertise—making Glasgow 2026, supported by the UK water sector, a unique platform for international exchange and for showcasing UK leadership in water.

Further information about the conference program can be found on the IWA website.

German delegation visit

Within this framework, the German associations BDEW, DVGW, DWA and German Water Partnership jointly organize a programme for German delegates, offering guidance through the diverse congress agenda, exclusive insights into European developments, visits to outstanding water innovations in Glasgow, and targeted opportunities to expand professional networks on an international stage. Registration deadline: July 31, 2026.

In addition, you have the opportunity to participate in the Business Forum with a turnkey exhibition booth, a high-quality booth design “made in Germany,” and a presentation space at the German Pavilion. The registration deadline for this is May 20, 2026.

For more information, please refer to the delegation flyer (in German only).