Shaping a Safer Water Future, Together
Water continues to be one of the most urgent global challenges—particularly in developing and emerging economies, where the need is greatest. Yet, through the combined power of engineering, chemistry, and social science, there is a tremendous opportunity to build a more secure and sustainable water future.
For organizations seeking to lead in the water sector, the IWA Water Safety Conference & Exhibition 2026 offers a strategic platform to elevate your brand and showcase cutting-edge technical and service solutions. The event brings together a dynamic and influential community of water professionals from across the globe.
Scheduled to take place from 23–25 March 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, the Conference will convene over 600 participants, including utility executives, policy makers, researchers, and consultants. All will be contributed and united extensively in addressing the pressing challenges of drinking water safety on a global scale.
IWA Water Safety Conference and Exhibition 2026
The IWA Water Safety Conference and Exhibition offers a unique opportunity to profile your organization and showcase your technical and service solutions with water professionals from around the world.
Please submit your application on or before 15.01.2026
Application for exhibition stalls
Exhibition Space
Exhibition spaces will be allocated strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your preferred stall, please complete the application form available at the link below and proceed with the payment as instructed in the Payment tab.
Please note that, all exhibitors are required to comply with the terms and conditions provided herewith, along with the general rules applicable to the entire conference.
Available Stall Categories (subject to availability):
- Platinum Stall – 6m2
- Gold Stall – 4m2
- Silver Stall – 3m2
Entitlements per Stall:
- Complimentary meals: 2 lunches and 4 refreshments (morning & evening) daily for 2 persons
- 13 Amp electricity supply
- Access to the premises 24 hours in advance for stall setup before the start of the conference
12 hours for dismantling and removal of materials after 18:00 hrs. on 24th March
Exhibition Fees in USD
| Type of the stall | Availability | Fees in USD, excluding taxes, 15.01.2026 | Early Bird Rate (On or before 12.00MN, 30/11/2025) | Academia* (only 5 stalls are available) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum Stall | 3 | 175 | 160 | – |
| Gold Stall | 5 | 150 | 140 | – |
| Silver Stall | 13 | 125 | 115 | 50 |
Please submit a consent letter from the head of the department
You are entitled for followings:
- 2 lunches, 4 refreshments per stall per day for 2 persons
- Electricity supply
- 24 hrs. for necessary arrangements before the starting date of the conference.
- Works/ arrangements can be carried out until 22.00 hrs.
Exhibition terms & conditions
- General information
The provisions subject to which exhibitors may take part in the IWA Water Safety Conference and Exhibition 2026 (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Exhibition’) are laid down in these standard Terms and Conditions of event participation (hereinafter called ‘Standard Terms’).
- Organization
The Exhibition is organized by the International Water Association and NWSDB. (hereinafter and in the Standard Terms referred to as the ‘Organizers’). The mailing address is: National Water Supply and Drainage Board, Galle Road Ratmalana, Sri Lanka.
- Venue time and dates
The Exhibition will take place from 9.00 hrs. to 17.00 hrs. on 23-24 March 2026 (on 23 March 2026, the exhibition will only open, after the Opening Ceremony). The exhibition will take place 23rd and 24th March2026. The venue for this event is Center of Excellence for water and Sanitation (cewas) Ratmalana Moratuwa, No. 10, Egodahena Road, Ratmalana, Sri Lanka.
- Opening hours (*)
- Construction and dismantling
The exhibition area will be open for the arrangements and the delivery of goods on 21st March 2026. Dates and times would be subject to change. Dismantling will take place after closing on 24th March 2026 and all items to be taken away from the cwas premises within 24 hours.
Cancellation Conditions
• Cancellations received more than 2 months before the event (23.01.2026) are liable for 50% of the rental fee
• Cancellations less than 4 months before the event are liable for 75% of the rental fee