2020 water events, conferences and exhibitions
Here is our annual list of water events, conferences and exhibitions around the world in 2020. The list also includes water-related trade shows for energy, agriculture and mining. Visit a Xylem booth to learn more about our products and services.
January water events
Frauenthal EXPO
January 15-17, 2020
Vienna, Austria
At this trade show for sanitation, heating and installation, 120 exhibitors, from startups to global corporations, highlight their innovative products. Xylem is exhibiting at booth 003.
World Future Energy Summit
January 18-21, 2020
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
A key part of this summit is the Water Expo & Forum, bringing the water industry together to tackle the challenges of water scarcity and present the latest water technology.
DistribuTECH
January 28-30, 2020
San Antonio, Texas, USA
DISTRIBUTECH is the utility industry’s leading transmission and distribution conference and exhibition. Xylem’s Sensus brand will be exhibiting at booth 2447.
Carrefour des Gestions Locales de l'eau
January 29-30, 2020
Rennes, France
More than 13,000 visitors are expected to visit this water industry trade show, with 500 exhibitors. Xylem will be exhibiting at booth 228, Hall 5.
February water events
AHR Expo 2020
February 3-5, 2020
Orlando, Florida, USA
The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Expo is described as “the world’s largest HVACR marketplace”. Xylem and its Bell & Gossett brand will be exhibiting at booth 1801.
Salon des Mandataires
February 13-14, 2020
Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium
This is an event for organizations and companies working in the public sector in the Wallonia region in Belgium. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
The WWETT Show
February 18-20, 2020
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
The Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport Show is one of the world’s largest trade shows for environmental service professionals, with over 10,000 attendees.
AquaFarm 2020
February 19-20, 2020
Pordenone, Italy
AquaFarm 2020 is an international, two-day event dedicated to and reserved for operators of the Euro-Mediterranean sustainable aquaculture industry.
World Water-Tech Innovation Summit
February 25-26, 2020
London, UK
The World Water-Tech Innovation Summit brings together water industry leaders to discuss digitization, security, energy recovery and new water resources. Xylem’s Albert Cho, VP & General Manager for Advanced Infrastructure Analytics, will be a speaker at the session “Analytics and the Cloud – Digital Integration to Optimize Water.”
AWWA/WEF Utility Management Conference
February 25-28, 2020
Anaheim, California, USA
Water and wastewater professionals gather to hear the latest practices, case studies and research in utility management. Xylem experts will present at the sessions “Creating a Smart Distribution System” and “Effective Pipeline Assessment and Maintenance Optimization.”
March water events
PITTCON Conference and Expo
March 1-5, 2020
Chicago, Illinois
PITTCON is one of the largest conferences in laboratory science. It offers 100 short courses and 2,000 presentations on analytical chemistry and applied spectroscopy. Xylem will exhibit its analytics solutions at booth 4225.
WEX Global 2020
March 2-4, 2020
Valencia, Spain
WEX Global is a meeting place for water and energy leaders. A program of pre-selected meetings is combined with a conference.
Futurebuild 2020
March 3-5, 2020
London, UK
Futurebuild (formerly Ecobuild) is the world’s biggest event for sustainable design and construction, and the UK’s largest construction event. Xylem will be exhibiting.
Underhållsmässan
March 10-13
Gothenburg, Sweden
Underhåll 2020 is Europe’s largest and fastest growing meeting place for industrial operations and maintenance. Xylem will showcase its solutions for industry, service and rental.
CONEXPO-CON/AGG
March 10-14, 2020
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
This is one of the largest construction expos in North America, held every three years. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
ARABLAB 2020
Mar 16-18, 2020
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
ARABLAB is an international trade show the laboratory and analytical industry. Xylem will be exhibiting its analytics solutions in Hall S2, stand 628.
MCE 2020
March 17-20, 2020
Milan, Italy
MCE is a trade show for the HVAC+R, renewable sources and energy efficiency sectors. Xylem experts will be speaking at the event an exhibiting in Hall: 14, stand D99 E100.
VAK 2020
March 18-19, 2020
Jönköping, Sweden
Vatten Avlopp Kretslopp is an annual trade show for professionals working with stormwater, water and wastewater. Xylem will be exhibiting at booth 19.
CETA2020
March 23-24, 2020
Madrid, Spain
iAgua is organizing CETA2020 as a major independent discussion forum on water treatment investment needs in Spain, the commitment to efficiency and the circular economy, and dialogue between the public and private sectors. Representatives will attend from the regional governments of Madrid, Catalonia, Basque Country, Galicia, Aragon, Extremadura, Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands and Melilla, as well as from the Water Consortia of Bilbao Vizcaya and the Costa Brava.
Water Sofia
March 27-29, 2020
Sofia, Bulgaria
The only B2B exhibition for industrial and public water management in Bulgaria. Water professionals share expertise and technologies. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
The Water Show Africa
March 31-April 1, 2020
Johannesburg, South Africa
The Water Show Africa is a conference and marketplace where water CEOs, government officials, senior executives and engineers explore solutions for developing investable and sustainable water projects throughout the African continent.
Asia Water
March 31-April 2, 2020
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
One of the region’s leading water industry events, Asia Water is attended by 18,000 people in the water and wastewater industries. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Analytica 2020
March 31-April 3, 2020
Munich, Germany
This international trade show is held every two years for laboratory technology, analytics and biotechnology. Xylem will be exhibiting in Hall A1, stand 302.
WEF Residuals and Biosolids Conference
March 31-April 3, 2020
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
This conference aims to deepen the technical knowledge of professionals involved with residuals and biosolids management and provide forums for discussion.
Pump Centre Yorkshire Conference
March, 2020
Leeds, UK
This technical event is based on different aspects of pumps and pumping. It includes 20 small exhibition stands, where Xylem will be exhibiting.
April water events
NSW Water Industry Operations Conference & Exhibition
April 1-2, 2020
Hillvue, NSW, Australia
This is one of four "operationally focused" Australian conferences and exhibitions organized by WIOA annually. Xylem will be exhibiting at and sponsoring the event.
National Hurricane Conference
April 6-9, 2020
Orlando, Florida
The National Hurricane Conference is the nation’s forum for education and professional training in hurricane and disaster preparedness.
Romtherm
April 2-5, 2020
Bucharest, Romania
Romtherm is an international trade show for installation, heating, cooling and air conditioning equipment. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
IE Expo China
April 21-23, 2020
Shanghai, China
Asia’s leading environmental show for water, waste, air and soil. Xylem will be exhibiting in Hall W5, booth A02/B01, and Xylem Analytics in Hall E4, booth F18.
Nordbygg
April 21-24, 2020
Stockholm, Sweden
Nordbygg is one of Northern Europe’s largest trade shows for construction and real estate industries. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
May water events
CIMBC20 Convention & EXPO
May 3-6, 2020
Vancouver, Canada
The CIM EXPO, Canada’s premier mining trade show, will feature hundreds of companies showcasing the latest in mining equipment, tools, technology, services and products. Xylem will be exhibiting at booth 1137.
IFAT 2020
May 4-8, 2020
Munich, Germany
IFAT is one of the world's leading trade shows. It very successfully showcases strategies and new solutions for using resources in smart cycles to ensure they are preserved for the long term, including water, sewage, waste and raw materials management. Xylem will be exhibiting at booth C1.151/250 and B1.150.
Ozwater ’20
May 5-7, 2020
Adelaide, Australia
Ozwater is the Australian Water Association’s international water conference and trade exhibition, attended by thousands of water professionals. Xylem will be exhibiting.
HavExpo 2020
May 6-7, 2020
Bergen, Norway
HavExpo is a new international expo for Norwegian aquaculture and fisheries, which will take place every other year. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Agritech Israel
May 8-10, 2020
Tel-Aviv, Israel
This trade show focuses on agricultural technologies and forestry. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Vattenstämman
May 11-13, 2020
Kalmar, Sweden
The annual conference of the Swedish Water & Wastewater Association brings together professionals and companies to discuss water challenges. Xylem will be exhibiting.
SWAN 2020 Conference
May 12-13, 2020
Glasgow, UK
This conference held by the Smart Water Networks Forum focuses on the smart water and wastewater sectors. This year’s theme is “Moving Beyond Data to Value Creation.
Africa Utility Week
May 12-14, 2020
Cape Town, South Africa
African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa is the leading exhibition and conference for the African power, energy and water industry.
NAMPO
May 12-15, 2020
Bothaville, South Africa
NAMPO is one of the largest agriculture exhibitions in the southern hemisphere with more than 70,000 visitors.
Aquatherm
May 12-15, 2020
Kyiv, Ukraine
This international trade show focuses on energy-efficient heating, ventilation, air conditioning, water supply and treatment, renewable energy, plumbing and swimming pools. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Balmoral Show
May 13-16, 2020
Belfast, Ireland
This is one of Northern Ireland’s largest agricultural events, visited by 115,000 people each year. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
The Water Equipment Show
May 14, 2020
London, UK
Held by The Pump Centre, this one-day event is for water and wastewater professionals in the UK. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
FIREX International
May 19-21
London, UK
FIREX International is one of Europe’s leading fire safety events, attended by safety and fire protection professionals from around the world.
WOD-KAN Fair 2020
May 26-28
Bydgoszcz, Poland
The WOD-Kan trade show is dedicated to the water and wastewater industry. Each year 400 exhibitors and 10,000 visitors attend. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
CYCL’EAU TOULOUSE
May 27-28, 2020
Toulouse, France
The CYCL'EAU trade shows focus on concrete solutions to the problems of water management, at the regional and national levels. Xylem will be exhibiting.
Kongress und Fachmesse Gas Wasser
May 27-28, 2020
Linz, Austria
This trade show is for gas network operators, water supply companies, and civil engineering organizations. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
WISA 2020
May 31-June 4, 2020
Johannesburg, South Africa
The Water Institute of South Africa’s conference and exhibition is one of the region’s biggest events for the water industry.
June water events
UGOL ROSSII & MINING
June 2-5, 2020
Novokuzneck, Russia
One of the biggest trade shows for the Russian mining industry, presenting the latest trends and technologies. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Aquatech China
June 3-5, 2020
Shanghai, China
Aquatech China 2020 will take place at the newly built National Exhibition and Convention Center. The event focuses on water technology and water management, aiming to present integrated solutions to the water challenges facing Asia.
IWA Water Loss 2020
June 7-10, 2020
Shenzhen, China
The Water Loss Conference and Exhibition 2020 will be one of the world’s largest water loss conferences and is expected to attract over 500 participants from more than 50 countries.
Euro Mine Expo
June 9-11, 2020
Skellefteå, Sweden
Euro Mine Expo is one of Europe’s most important international B2B meeting points for the mining industry. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Technische Kontakt Dagen
June 11-13, 2020
Almere, The Netherlands
TKD is one of the largest trade shows in Western Europe for earthmoving, demolition and recycling equipment. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
AWWA ACE20
June 14-17, 2020
Orlando, Florida
The annual conference of the American Water Works Association, ACE, gathers together thousands of water utility decision makers from around the world. Xylem is a Platinum sponsor of the event.
Water Leaders Summit
June 24-25, 2020
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
The Water Leaders Summit brings together water thought leaders and professionals to discuss emerging water trends and challenges.
July water events
Singapore International Water Week
July 5-9, 2020
Singapore
This event brings together stakeholders from the global water industry to share best practices and showcase the latest technology. Xylem is a founding sponsor of the event.
HydroVision International
July 14-16, 2020
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
HydroVision International is one of the largest events for hydro and marine energy professionals in the world. More than 3,300 people attend, with 350 exhibiting companies. Visit Xylem at booth 115.
August water events
SAIL 2020
August 12-16, 2020
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Sail Amsterdam is a unique nautical event that takes place every five years, attracting thousands of sailing ships. Xylem will be exhibiting its solutions at the event.
Nor-Fishing
August 18-21, 2020
Trondheim, Norway
Nor-Fishing is an important national and international meeting place for the fisheries industry. The trade show draws 19,000 visitors. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
World Water Week
August 23-28, 2020
Stockholm, Sweden
This is the annual focal point for the globe’s water issues, organized by SIWI. This year’s theme is “Water and Climate Change: Accelerating Action.” Xylem is proud to be the Founding Global Sponsor of the Stockholm Junior Water Prize, the founder of the Stockholm Water Prize, and a World Water Week partner.
The Water Expo
August 26-27, 2020
Miami, Florida, USA
A trade show for U.S. and international manufacturers and suppliers of water-related equipment and technology. The show connects Latin American and Caribbean markets with major infrastructure projects in the US.
September water events
ECWATECH
September 8-10, 2020
Moscow, Russia
ECWATECH is a leading water industry trade show for Russia and Eastern Europe, featuring equipment, technologies and services. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Aquatech Mexico
September 8-10, 2020
Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico’s largest exhibition for process, drinking and wastewater. The trade show co-locates with The GREEN Expo, the largest annual Mexican exhibition for the environmental and renewable energy sectors.
PLUMBEX 2020
September 9-10, 2020
Belfast, UK
PLUMBEX is Ireland’s leading plumbing and heating trade show. Xylem will be exhibiting there. PLUMBEX DUBLIN will be held May 20-21, 2020.
AgroGlobal
September 9-11, 2020
Lisbon, Portugal
AgroGlobal is one of the largest agricultural trade shows in Portugal, presenting new technologies for the industry. Xylem will be exhibiting.
Southampton Boat Show
September 11-20, 2020
Southampton, UK
This on-the-water boat show is one of the largest in Europe, attracting more than 110,000 visitors per year. Xylem will be exhibiting at stand J206.
AQUATECH BULGARIA 2020
September 21-26, 2020
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
An international trade show on water management and water technologies. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Elmia VA-Mässan
September 22-24, 2020
Jönköping, Sweden
This trade show is for professionals in the municipal water and wastewater sector, and providers of equipment and services for the water industry. Xylem will be exhibiting.
Expo APA 2020
September 23-25, 2020
Bucharest, Romania
A trade show for water and wastewater professionals in Romania. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
IBEX
September 29-October 1, 2020
Tampa, Florida
North America’s leading technical boat-building trade show, IBEX is a forum where the marine industry can do business, share ideas, and accelerate new product development.
Building Technology Austria
September 30-October 1, 2020
Vienna, Austria
The BTA is a network event, expert forum and expo, bringing together building services professionals from the planning, construction and maintenance sectors. Xylem will be exhibiting.
CYCL’EAU LILLE
September 30-October 1, 2020
Lille, France
The CYCL'EAU trade shows focus on concrete solutions to the problems of water management, at the regional and national levels. Xylem will be exhibiting.
October water events
WEFTEC
October 3-7, 2020
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
This trade show from the Water Environment Federation is one of the biggest of its kind in North America, attended by 25,000 people. WEFTEC’s show floor presents cutting-edge solutions from the field. Xylem launches new technology at the event every year, and will be exhibiting at booth 5939.
Xylem Reach 20
October 11-14, 2020
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
The Xylem Reach Conference brings together more than 1,200 utility professionals, industry analysts and consultants to share best practices and vision for water, gas and electric utilities as well as explore the impact on and opportunities for utilities presented by the internet of things (IoT) and the smart cities movements.
IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition
October 18-23, 2020
Denmark, Copenhagen
The IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition is a global event for water professionals covering the entire water cycle. This event will focus on the digital economy, smart and livable cities, entrepreneurship and diffusion of innovation, climate change adaptation, community and customer engagement, and sustainability.
ENERGIA 2020
October 20-22, 2020
Tampere, Finland
Energia is a leading energy trade show held every other year. In 2018, Energia had 7,000 visitors and over 360 exhibitors. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Aquatherm Baku
October 21-23, 2020
Baku, Azerbaijan
This is the 13th international exhibition for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, water supply, sanitation and swimming pools. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
WETEX
October 26-28, 2020
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
WETEX is one of the region’s largest sustainability and renewable technology trade shows, with more than 35,000 exhibitors. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Aquarama Trade Fair
October 29, 2020
Leuven, Belgium
This trade show focuses on water technology and water treatment in Belgium and the Netherlands. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
Scottish Water Conference
October, 2020
Glasgow, UK
The Scottish Water Conference, run with support from Scottish Water, is a technical event based on different aspects of pumps and pumping. Xylem will be exhibiting.
November water events
Ecomondo
November 3-6, 2020
Rimini, Italy
Ecomondo is a leading event in Europe for new models of the circular economy. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
ADIPEC
November 9-12, 2020
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
ADIPEC is one of the world’s largest events for the oil and gas industry, attracting more than 155,000 visitors in 2019. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
International Water Conference
November 8-12, 2020
San Antonio, Texas, USA
This educational conference focuses on commercial-free discussions about technology and presents the latest scientific advances in the field. It brings together end users, researchers, practicing engineers, managers, educators, suppliers and contractors.
BrauBeviale 2020
November 10-12, 2020
Nurnberg, Germany
This trade show for the beverage industry attracts more than 40,000 visitor every year. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
METSTRADE
November 17-19
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The METSTRADE Show is one of Europe’s largest trade shows for marine equipment, materials and systems. Xylem will be exhibiting.
EuroTier
November 17-20, 2020
Hannover, Germany
EuroTier is a leading trade show for animal production. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
GET Nord
November 19-21, 2020
Hamburg, Germany
GET Nord is a trade show for electrical engineering, sanitation, heating, and air conditioning, with 40,000 visitors and nearly 600 exhibitors. Xylem will be exhibiting.
FinnMateria 2020
November 18-19, 2020
Jyväskylä, Finland
FinnMateria is a leading exhibition for mining, metal processing, rock material industry and earth construction in Finland. Xylem will be exhibiting at the event.
IWA Digital Water Summit
November 30-December 3, 2020
Bilbao, Spain
This IWA summit is aimed at water technology providers and water utilities, and focuses on digitalization in the water sector.
Borehole Users Conference
November, 2020
Loughborough, UK
This conference gathers together leading experts, borehole operators, specialists and regulators to discuss borehole-based water supplies. Xylem will be attending.
PHEX
Dates to be determined
Tottenham, Manchester and Chelsea, UK
PHEX (The Plumbing & Heating Exhibition) brings together more than 100 manufacturers, suppliers and trade associations working with central heating systems and underfloor heating. Xylem will be exhibiting at the events.
December water events
POLLUTEC
December 1-4, 2020
Lyon, France
Pollutec is a well-established trade show for environment professionals, with more than 58,000 visitors and 2,100 exhibitors. Xylem will be exhibiting its analytics solutions.
AGU Fall Meeting
December 7-11, 2020
San Francisco, California, USA
AGU's Fall Meeting is the largest international Earth and space science meeting in the world. Xylem will be exhibiting at booth 841.
Groundwater Week 2020
December 8-10, 2020
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Groundwater Week 2020 is being designed to provide both educational and networking experiences for all who work in the groundwater industry.
Power Gen
December 8-10, 2020
Orlando, Florida, USA
This power generation event focuses on technology, innovation and policy advancements. More than 900 companies exhibit at the event.