Urban Flood Risk Mitigation
Urban flood risk mitigation and climate-resilient drainage systems.
Integrating Water Resilience Into the Cities of Tomorrow
The region’s only platform dedicated to stormwater and wastewater – Tackling stormwater, runoff, and wastewater for a sustainable future
Event Date
7-8 April 2027
Venue
Abu Dhabi, UAE
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About the Event
Driving Integrated Water Resilience for a Sustainable Future
Now entering its 4th edition, the MENA Stormwater and Wastewater Forum has evolved into the region’s leading platform dedicated to advancing integrated water management, strengthening climate resilience, and accelerating the development of sustainable water infrastructure. Bringing together government authorities, municipalities, utilities, developers, consultants, contractors, academia, and technology providers, the forum serves as a strategic meeting point for stakeholders shaping the future of water management across the MENA region.
As governments across the region continue to invest in water security, flood resilience, wastewater reuse, and sustainable urban development, the event also offers exhibitors and solution providers a unique opportunity to discover latest project updates and priorities, engage directly with key decision-makers and demonstrate innovative solutions designed to address the region’s evolving water challenges.
KEY FOCUS AREAS
Our focus areas address critical challenges through innovation, collaboration and sustainable solutions.
MARKET DRIVERS
95
%
treated water reuse target
UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 aims for 95% treated water reuse and 21% lower water demand.
USD 21.3
billion
wastewater project pipeline
Planned and unawarded wastewater projects across the MENA region.
USD 70
billion
MENA water project pipeline
Saudi Arabia and UAE account for the majority of planned regional investments.
300
million m³/year
Jordan National Carrier Project
Aqaba–Amman desalination and conveyance project annual capacity.
US$80
BILLION
WATER INFRASTRUCTURE OPPORTUNITY
GCC countries are expected to invest more than US$80 billion in water and wastewater infrastructure projects to address rising demand, water security, and climate resilience.
USD 31
billion
Dubai water infrastructure pipeline
Strategic sewerage tunnels and long-term wastewater expansion projects.
USD 22.2
billion
Qatar infrastructure programme
Ashghal's 2025–2029 programme covering drainage, wastewater, and flood resilience.
USD 7
billion
Oman wastewater reuse strategy
Investments planned through 2040 to expand treatment and reuse infrastructure.
USD 44.5
billion
MEA water and wastewater treatment market
Forecast market size by 2030, supported by industrial and municipal demand.
USD 80
billion
GCC water investments
GCC investments in water and wastewater infrastructure by 2030.
100
%
recycled water utilization by 2030
Dubai's target for beneficial use of treated wastewater.
62
%
increase in GCC water demand
Water demand across the GCC expected to increase significantly, driving infrastructure investment.
Key Objectives
POLICY AND REGULATION
Address regulatory and policy frameworks for stormwater and wastewater management and suggest improvements
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Discuss and promote environmentally friendly and sustainable stormwater and wastewater solutions
RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE
Discuss and promote strategies for building resilient urban infrastructure capable of handling stormwater and wastewater challenges
TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION
Showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovations focused on stormwater and wastewater that mitigate environmental impacts
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Asdam Alghezawi
Engineering Expert
Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) UAE
Nariba Gittens
Associate Director, Hydrology/Stormwater Specialist & Wet Utilities
WSP
Richard Lancaster
Technical Director Biosolids
Atkins
Dr Hazem Gouda
Associate Professor of Engineering
University of Wollongong in DubaiEvent Growth in Numbers
Senior Profile Attendees204
Speakers38
Sponsors and Exhibitors18
Media Partners6
Senior Profile Attendees275
Speakers40
Sponsors and Exhibitors24
Media Partners20
Senior Profile Attendees300+
Speakers45+
Sponsors and Exhibitors30+
Media Partners25+
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Event Partners
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Why Get Involved
Drive Influence. Build Connections. Win Business
Raise Your Brand Awareness
Position your brand as one of the leading companies in the sector and help stakeholders and project owners achieve their targets.
Gain Project Insights
Get first-hand details on timelines and requirements of current projects from across the region and spot opportunities before your competitors.
Get in Front of Your Target Market
Access key stakeholders involved with MENA projects and gain insight into their plans to invest in new technologies and identify opportunities.
Increase Your Competitiveness
Understand the challenges faced by the MENA region's key ministries and authorities and identify how you can provide customised solutions to help them.
Opportunities to Participate
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Government and Ministry,
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Vendors and Solution Providers
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