WATERTECH CHINA 2026 to Convene Global Water Industry in Shanghai

WATERTECH CHINA 2026, the 18th Shanghai International Water Show, will take place from June 9 to 11, 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, China. The event is expected to bring together representatives of the global water sector, including equipment manufacturers, engineering companies, utilities, and research institutions.

Scale and Industry Coverage

The 2026 edition will occupy 180,000 square meters of exhibition space and is expected to host around 2,500 exhibitors and 100,000 industry professionals from 175 countries and regions. The exhibition will cover the entire water industry value chain, presenting approximately 75,000 products — from municipal and industrial water services to membrane technologies and pipeline infrastructure.

Key product areas include water purification systems, wastewater treatment solutions, membrane technologies, pumps and valves, pipeline systems, and water quality monitoring.

Thematic Zones

The exhibition will feature more than 20 dedicated zones covering different segments of the industry. Visitors will be able to explore areas such as the Digital Water Pavilion, Piped Direct Drinking Water Zone, Functional Water · Healthy Living Zone, Hotel & Catering Water Zone, Chemical Pump & Valve Zone, AI-Driven Smart Supervision Zone, and Seawater & Brackish Water Desalination Zone, as well as a section focused on specialized and innovative SMEs.

Each zone is designed to provide a more structured overview of specific technologies and market segments.

Business Program and Key Topics

Alongside the exhibition, around 100 high-level forums will be held, focusing on key developments in the water sector. Among the central events are the Digital Water Innovation Summit 2026, the 9th International Industrial Water Leaders Forum (IWLF), and the 5th Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Technology Forum.

These sessions will address topics such as digital transformation, industrial water management, and sustainable solutions for wastewater treatment.

Platform for Cooperation

WATERTECH CHINA 2026 is designed to support technical exchange and business cooperation among international participants. The event serves as a meeting point for companies involved in manufacturing, distribution, engineering design, and project implementation within the water sector.

Visitor Services and Additional Benefits

In addition to the exhibition and forums, international visitors who complete pre-registration will have access to a range of services aimed at improving their experience. These include business matchmaking meetings, complimentary lunch vouchers with halal options, AI-powered translation tools for communication with exhibitors, and access to a dedicated International Visitor Hub with WiFi, refreshments, and charging facilities.

Visitors will also be able to use luggage storage services and attend a networking reception, providing additional opportunities for professional interaction.

Industry Dialogue

The 2026 edition is expected to facilitate cross-sector dialogue among municipal, industrial, and environmental engineering professionals, contributing to the broader development of the global water industry.

Source of information and photos: WATERTECH CHINA