Singapore International Water Week (SIWW)

Recently at the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2024 Award Ceremony & Banquet held during #SIWW2024, Guest-of-Honour, Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore, who is also co-chair of the Global Commission on the Economics of Water, took part in a moderated dialogue session. Moderated by Robin Hu, Advisor Senior Director, Temasek, President Tharman shared his insights on accounting and valuing nature to address water and climate challenges. Watch the session recording 👇

[𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬] 🎉𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 RSK Group 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐭 #SIWW2024. Read more about this global digital platform for water utilities to share water demand and consumption insights crucial to achieving water efficiency in the post below. 

✨ 𝐀 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 #SIWW2024 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬!✨ Hosting over 30,000 stakeholders from governments, cities, utilities, industry, academia and international organisations, more than 100 sessions were presented across 4 enriching, high-energy days, covering the entire urban water cycle. At SIWW2024, we also witnessed announcements of strategic partnerships, calls for tenders and for research grants, and facilitated numerous Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and contract signings towards building a greener, more climate-resilient and sustainable future amidst resource scarcity globally. Read more in the closing media release: https://lnkd.in/ggaCQNCK Check out the video for a recap of key moments at SIWW2024 👇 Special thanks to our sponsors and partners for your continued and invaluable support: AECOM, Jacobs, Keppel (Infrastructure Division), Nijhuis Saur Industries, Ramboll, RSK Group, Sembcorp Industries Ltd, SUEZ, Toray Industries, Inc., Xylem, Arup, Amazon Web Services (AWS), GHD, Huawei, KPMG Singapore, Gradiant, Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company, Hach, Innomotics, MEIDEN SINGAPORE PTE LTD, Sand Technologies, Asian Development Bank (ADB), International Desalination and Reuse Association (IDRA), International Water Association, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Singapore Water Association (SWA), The World Bank Group.

The last day of #SIWW2024 brought our Technical Site Visits to a wrap! ⬇️   Delegates had the unique opportunity to experience, first-hand, Singapore’s integrated approach in achieving water sustainability, when touring these sites:   💧Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant 💧Chestnut Ave Waterworks 💧Marina Barrage 💧Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine, Singapore (TCOMS) 💧Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute (NEWRI) 💧Changi Water Reclamation Plant/ Deep Tunnel Sewerage System/ Sembcorp NEWater Plant 💧Sembcorp Tengeh Floating Solar Farm 💧Bishan Ang Mo Kio Park 💧Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) Singapore 💧Separation Technologies Applied Research and Translation Centre (START) These visits exemplify Singapore’s urban transformation into a City of Gardens and Water and catalyses global dialogues on advancing the use of sustainable urban and water solutions.

The 10th edition of #SIWW2024 Water Expo, in cooperation with IFAT worldwide and organised by Messe Muenchen, concluded successfully today! Over the past three days, the biennial Water Expo proved to be the pre-eminent marketplace for international companies to source for the latest urban water technologies, innovation, and solutions. Featuring insightful exchanges at the programme stages, we saw the formation of new partnerships amongst many business interactions. We express our gratitude towards our sponsors, partners and exhibitors from over 30 countries, and regions, and trade visitors who played a crucial role in the success of the SIWW2024 Water Expo. Finally, a big thank you to our visitors for their enthusiastic participation. See you in 2026! #SIWW2024 #SIWW #WaterExpo Messe Muenchen International Asia MMI

Day 3 of #SIWW2024, but definitely no lack of energy! All eyes were on the Water Leaders Summit. Headlined by 23 speakers and panelists, 6 case studies took center stage at the Summit, a marquee component of the SIWW. Thought leaders, experts and practitioners from governments, utilities and industry came from across the world to share and exchange best practices and innovative solutions to tackle world’s pressing urban water challenges. Moderated by Dr. Piers Clark, Founder and Director of Isle Group, the event saw attendees knee-deep in discussions and dialogues on how the industry can provide access to knowledge, technology and innovation to support the transformation of water utilities to become more resilient, smart and sustainable. We want to extend our thanks to all our speakers, panellists and attendees for the success of the Summit: 💧Yvan Treal, Development Director – Water SUEZ Treatment Infrastructure, SUEZ 💧Evan Hambleton, General Management Assets Planning & Delivery, Water Corporation 💧Martin Shaw, Business Development Manager, Southeast Asia & North Asia, Xylem 💧Eduardo Ortegon Williamson, Technologies, Innovation and Project Management Director, Servicios de Agua y Drenaje de Monterrey IPD 💧Robert C. Ferrante, General Manager and Chief Engineer, Los Angeles County Sanitation District 💧Paul Swaim, Global Principal – Drinking Water & Reuse, Jacobs 💧Ken Haig, Regional Head, APJC Energy and Environmental Policy, Amazon Web Services (AWS) 💧Laura Kendall, General Manager, Barwon Water 💧Victoria Delmon, Regional Upstream and Advisory Head for Infrastructure in APAC, IFC - International Finance Corporation 💧 Dr Nerina Di Lorenzo, Managing Director, Melbourne Water 💧 Per Henrik Nielsen, Project Director, VCS Denmark 💧Peter Grevatt, CEO, The Water Research Foundation (WRF) 💧Adam Lovell, Executive Director, Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) 💧Anna Jackson, Chief Executive Officer, Unitywater 💧Nicola Murphy, General Manager, SA Water 💧 Daniel Lim, Commercial Director, Asia Pacific, Nijhuis Saur Industries 💧Coos Wessels, CEO, CirTec B.V. 💧Gavin van Tonder, Executive Director of Water, NEOM 💧Norio Saito, Senior Sector Director, Asian Development Bank (ADB) 💧Sharad Somani, Partner, Head of Infrastructure, KPMG Singapore 💧Lucy Thomas, Chief Scientist, RSK Group 💧Tom Mollenkopf AO, President, International Water Association

Catch the interview with Tze Chin Ong, Chief Executive of PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, by CNA last evening! In this 8-minute news feature, learn about the new projects that will be delivered by National University of Singapore's Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute Singapore. In the interview section, Mr Ong also shared details on some key takeaways from the new coastal and flood resilience pillar at #SIWW2024. Watch the interview here: https://lnkd.in/gu8F5UNN

🍻 Cheers to an amazing evening at Industry Night @ Water Expo! After a day full of insightful sessions, we ended on a high note with fantastic networking opportunities. Check out these snapshots capturing the vibrant connections and engaging conversations 👇

Day 2 #SIWW2024 Water Expo was abuzz with all four halls (Hall A at level 1 & Halls D, E, F) and forums well-attended by the industry. Important partnerships, strategic networking, product launches and valuable knowledge exchange sessions are underway. The Business of Water stage featured: - India Business Forum, co-organised by the India High Commission and the Confederation of Indian Industry. Opened by H.E. Dr Shilpak Ambule, High Commissioner of India, the forum zoomed in on India-Singapore Collaboration in the Water Sector, presented by Michael Toh, Director, Industry and Technology Collaboration Department, PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency. - Singapore Business Forum, co-organised by the Singapore Water Association (SWA). Opened by Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, Singapore Ministry of Transport, Singapore, the forum saw the signing of 2 MOUs to advance cross border collaboration in the water sector. Another highlight of the day was the launch of the SWA Coastal Protection Chapter and the Tripartite MoU Signing Ceremony at the Climate Resilience Forum at Hall A (level 1). Join us for the final day tomorrow, from 10 am to 5 pm, to network with international companies from Australia, Belgium Canada, China, Germany, India, South Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and many more. 🌟 Register now for your complimentary trade visitor pass: https://lnkd.in/gFGAxHmW 🌟 Download the SIWW2024 App to access exhibitor profiles, view the conference schedule, and customise your agenda: https://onelink.to/ba8jv8

🌊 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 🌊 Opened by Grace Fu, Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, the Coastal and Flood Resilience Leaders Summit showcased two plenaries that dived into the importance of adapting to climate change with three case studies each, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Professor Teng Chye Khoo, Practice Professor, NUS College of Design & Engineering. Special thanks to our presenters and panellists: 💧Andrew Pearson, Programme Manager, TEAM2100, Jacobs 💧Joanne Emberson-Wines, Senior Programme Director, TEAM2100, Environment Agency 💧Christian Nyerup Nielsen, Global Division Director, Ramboll 💧Lykke Leonardsen, Programme Director for Resilient and Sustainable City Solutions, City of Copenhagen 💧Beverley Stinson, Executive Vice President of Global Water Business, AECOM 💧Laurian Farrell, Deputy Commissioner for Coastal Resilience, NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) 💧Tony Wong, Chair of Water Sensitive Cities Think Tank, Monash University 💧James Lam, Executive Director, Surbana Jurong Group 💧Saroj Kumar Jha, Global Director, Water Global Practice, The World Bank Group 💧Karlene Maywald, South Australian Water Ambassador 💧Meike van Ginneken, Water Envoy, Kingdom of Netherlands 💧Michael Fong Hok Shing, Director, Civil Engineering and Development Department (CEDD), Hong Kong SAR Government 💧Yuvi Luo, Regional Flood Control Manager, Arup 💧Stephan Van Der Biezen, Director International, Witteveen Bos and Chairman of the Supervisory Board Member, EcoShape 💧bart vonk, Coordinating Advisor on Flood Risk Management, Rijkswaterstaat 💧Matthijs Bos, Climate Adaptation & Flood Resilience Lead, Royal HaskoningDHV 💧Vera Konings, City Lead for Flood Risk and Coastal Protection, City of Rotterdam 💧Adrian Law, Director of Special Events, Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute 💧Philippe Gourbesville, President, International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR) 💧Kevin Simpson, Flooding, Coastal and Maritime Director, Binnies UK 💧Julie Dean Rosati, Technical Director, US Army Corps of Engineers 💧Amanda Ikert, Head of Adaptation Implementation and Water, C40 Cities