The 11th Singapore International Water Week (SIWW2026) concluded successfully, attracting 2,000 delegates, including 800 leaders, and 21,000 trade visitors from over 71 countries at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre from 15 to 18 June 2026. The event served as a global platform for governments, cities, utilities, academia, and industry to exchange insights and forge partnerships aimed at enhancing water security and climate resilience.
SIWW2026 featured over 100 sessions focusing on Municipal Water Solutions, Industrial Water Solutions, and Coastal and Flood Resilience. These sessions addressed practical approaches to strengthening water resilience amid climate and urbanisation pressures. The event also hosted the largest Water Expo in its history, with 500 exhibitors and 56% overseas participation, facilitating numerous business opportunities and partnerships.
Key announcements included nearly S$100m in funding under the Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) 2030 Urban Solutions & Sustainability Domain, and S$14m awarded by PUB to five projects under the Coastal Protection and Flood Management Research Programme. Additionally, over 15 Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) were signed, including those forming the Industrial Water Solutions Innovation Ecosystem Alliances.
Ryan Yuen, Managing Director of SIWW, highlighted the event’s role in fostering collaboration and innovation, stating, “SIWW2026 has shown what is possible when the global water community comes together with urgency, purpose and ambition.” The next edition, SIWW2028, is scheduled for 12 to 15 June 2028, promising continued momentum in addressing global water challenges.
