Gathering Water Innovators in the Dam

As one of the oldest water technology events, Aquatech once again returns to Amsterdam to bring the global water industry together. What can visitors expect this year?

The success of Aquatech Amsterdam is primarily defined by the international reputation the show acquired since its first edition in 1964. It is the oldest and the largest trade show on water technology in the world and companies from around the globe are eager to get on board.

Innovation Centre Stage

Aquatech is all about innovation. From all around the world exhibitors are working to present their latest innovation in Amsterdam, eager to use this international stage to boost attention. The winner of the Aquatech Innovation Award will be announced during the Monday evening, the day before the show. Winners and nominees will present in the InnovationLAB and innovations focused on Circular Economy are to be showcased in the BlueTech Innovation Pavilion. The new Innovation Avenue is another hub for those looking for new products and solutions.

New at Aquatech

The content at Aquateersecurity and Business Strategy will be integrated on the AquaStage, in the InnovationLAB and throughout the show in general. With over 70 percent of visitors flying and driving in from other countries, Aquatech is expecting an international attendance. The majority is expected to originate from Europe with interest from Asia, US and the Middle East is rising rapidly.

ch is based on new developments and the advice of the exhibition committee, captains of industry and experts in their field. “Next to the familiar country pavilions, Industrial User Experience, Pumps & Process Plaza, we have newly added the Desalination Pavilion and Smart Water Networks Pavilion,” says Marieke Leenhouts, exhibition director for Aquatech Amsterdam.

“There will also be Circular Economy Lounge and the InnovationLAB will have an “Experiences-area” with prototypes and demos and connect to the new Innovation Avenue. Underlining the importance of innovations crucial to the future of the water market.”

The water sector is undergoing major changes. Innovation is and always has been top of the agenda. On top of that Aquatech 2017 will discuss the trending topics of water management, including: Circular Economy, Climate Change, Pollution Control, Resilient Cities, High-Techn, Energy, IT & Cyb

Guided tours and matchmaking

For the first time Aquatech will organise guided tours and a matchmaking service. Visitors with a specific interest in Circular Economy, Smart Cities, Urban Resilience and/or Innovation can join guided tours of the show tailored to these interests. Another new additional service is matchmaking. Visitors can pre-arrange networking and business appointments with exhibitors, as well as other visitors and speakers, based on interests and profile.

Floodex Europe

For the fourth time Aquatech is part of the Amsterdam International Water Week (AIWW) - a platform for water professionals around the world including a conference, a young professionals programme, social events and - new this year - Floodex Europe Launch Event. This last event covers water level management and flood control and consists of a compact programme, with four elements, a tour, a knowledge programme, a networking gathering and a site visit.

When: October 31-November 3 2017

Who: Connect with 21,000+ peers from 140 countries and over 900 exhibitors

Travel: Schiphol International Airport is just 15 train-minutes away from the venue. A first class train ticket from the airport is available free to visitors, to be ordered in the free visitor registration module.

INTERNATIONAL SHOW PREVIEW Aquatech Amsterdam 2017

Hach will join Aquatech, a leading fair focused on process, drinking and wastewater. In addition to an extensive product presentation, this exhibition is the ideal platform for exchanging knowledge about market-specific applications with visitors. Visit our booth and let us show you how we eliminate measurement uncertainty and increase your confidence in your analysis.

Booth: 02.100

Keller AG für Druckmesstechnik is Europe’s leading manufacturer of isolated pressure transducers and transmitters. Production of the individual parts and calibration of the sensor through to the final inspection of the finished products, takes place at the headquarters in Winterthur. All Keller AG products are therefore “Made in Switzerland”.

Booth: 07.245

Bürkert has insightful knowledge into the water environment. Bürkert offers high-quality solutions for compact, flexible and reliable process automation. One highlight on our booth will be our Type 8905 - Online Analysis System - a modular and extremely compact monitoring device ensuring continuous yet simple water quality monitoring at a single glance. Booth 02.128

Proco Products, Inc. offers the most complete line of rubber and molded PTFE expansion joints, braided flexible hose assemblies and low torque sealing gaskets to the piping industry. Proco Products, Inc. also offers the ProFlex® rubber check valves which are manufactured of top quality fungicide and barnacle resistant rubber.

Booth: 07.212

Kurita is one of the international market leaders in industrial water and process treatment. Around 5,600 employees strive daily to improve the efficiency of our customers’ industrial plants and projects - through research, development, chemical production, implementation and professional service.

Booth: 03.204

3M Separations & Purifications Sciences Division is a leading producer of fluid filtration and separations media globally. 3M has the solution to meet your fluid separation challenges, including Liqui-Flux™ ultrafiltration modules for reliable and sustained performance and media filtration solutions that consistently deliver clean and pure water.

Booth: 01.516

Balmoral Tanks is a leading single source designer and manufacturer of liquid storage and treatment products. Covering the water, wastewater, civil, processing, anaerobic digestion, fire fighting and environmental industries, the company provides a wide range of accredited products to the global sector.

Booth: 01.605