Are you looking to connect with Portugal? Do you want to expand your network in the Portuguese water sector or seek partners, system integrators, or utilities? Join us on November 27 and 28 for a business visit to Lisbon during the Expo Conferência Da Água.
Seize the opportunity
The goal of this visit is to provide Dutch businesses with a platform to establish valuable contacts in the Portuguese water sector. This is the perfect opportunity to promote your technology, expand your network, and explore collaboration opportunities in Portugal.
Why Portugal?
There is a significant exchange of expertise between the Netherlands and Portugal in the water sector. Portugal, in particular, is eager to adopt innovative solutions. Research shows that Portugal is open to new technologies, even if they have not yet been widely implemented. This offers opportunities for innovative Dutch companies, especially those in the start-up or scale-up phase. We already have strong connections with the Portuguese Water Partnership, which facilitates introductions to their network.
Semana de Ambiente
The Semana de Ambiente is a week-long event focused on environmental issues, with November 27-28 dedicated specifically to addressing the challenges facing the water sector in Portugal at the Expo Conferência Da Água. Approximately 200 Portuguese water professionals come together at this event, including representatives from research institutions, government, provinces, water and wastewater companies, and municipalities, to discuss developments, solutions, and opportunities. The event is content-focused, providing an excellent opportunity for in-depth discussions on the latest trends in the sector, which can lead to valuable business contacts.
Preliminary program overview
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
- Morning: Arrival of participants from the Netherlands.
- From 12:00 PM:
- Meeting with Portuguese utilities and potential partners
- Roundtable discussions to explore mutual challenges and opportunities in the water sector, laying the foundation for future collaborations. Discussion topics include:
- Water scarcity, reuse, and leakages
- Water pollution, microplastics, and PFAS
- Regulations and the implementation of the EU Water Framework Directive in Portugal
- Participant input: additional topics and experiences
- Roundtable discussions to explore mutual challenges and opportunities in the water sector, laying the foundation for future collaborations. Discussion topics include:
- Meeting with Portuguese utilities and potential partners
- 2:00 PM:
- Networking lunch
- 4:00 PM:
- Field visit to Aguas do Tejo Atlantico
- Visit a key player in Portuguese water treatment to learn about their approach and technology.
- Field visit to Aguas do Tejo Atlantico
- 5:30 PM:
- Closing networking reception
- Enjoy snacks and drinks to end the day.
- Closing networking reception
Thursday, November 28, 2024
- Participation in Expo Conferência Da Água in Lisbon
- Location: LNEC Conference Center, the venue for the Expo Conferência Da Água.
- Further program details will be provided soon.
- The event offers an excellent opportunity to participate in panel discussions and presentations on current topics within the water sector.
Friday, November 29, 2024
- Return to the Netherlands
Costs and participation
Participation costs include travel and accommodation expenses. We advise booking accommodation early to secure lodging close to the event venue. Note that administrative and organizational costs will be charged in the event of last-minute cancellations.
Collaborating partners
Thanks to our close cooperation with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and various Portuguese organizations, we have put together a valuable program. Our Portuguese partners include:
- Portuguese Water Partnership: A network organization that collaborates with public and private entities in the Portuguese water sector.
- Expo Conferência Da Água Organization: The annual event that brings the water sector together to discuss the latest developments.
- Dutch Embassy in Portugal: Supports trade relations and bilateral cooperation between the Netherlands and Portugal.
Whether you are already participating in the Expo Conferência Da Água or seeking a deeper experience through this business visit, this is the perfect opportunity to make the most of your visit!
