From 9 to 11 September 2026, IFAT India brings together water, sewage, solid waste, and recycling professionals from across South Asia and beyond in Mumbai. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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India is rapidly emerging as one of the most dynamic and opportunity-rich markets for the Dutch water sector. Driven by urban growth, climate challenges, and large-scale infrastructure ambitions, the demand for innovative, integrated water solutions is accelerating across the country. For Dutch organisations\u2014renowned for their expertise in water management, resilience, and water technology\u2014this presents a unique moment to engage, collaborate, and scale impact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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These opportunities were also highlighted during the India Water Platform Meeting on 7 July, where NWP’s Mirjam van Buchem presented the latest India market scan, offering valuable insights into market developments, emerging opportunities and practical considerations for Dutch organisations looking to do business in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following successful participation in 2025<\/a>, the Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) will be organising a joint participation of Dutch water sector organisations through the Netherlands Pavilion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you interested in showcasing your expertise or technology, or exploring new business opportunities and collaborations in India? Sign up via the form below by 17 July at the latest, or contact us for more information!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n IFAT India is the leading trade fair for water, sewage, solid waste, and recycling in South Asia, connecting professionals and decision-makers from across the region and beyond. The event serves as an important platform for exploring solutions to India’s growing water and sanitation challenges, with strong alignment to national initiatives such as the Clean India Mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What makes this opportunity particularly strong is the coordinated approach between key stakeholders in both countries. Building on the Memorandum of Understanding on water between the governments of the Netherlands and India, government bodies, knowledge institutes, and industry partners are working closely together to translate ambition into concrete activities and business opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Netherlands Pavilion, supported by the Consulate General in Mumbai, and the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), and organised in close cooperation by the Netherlands Water Partnership and Holland Circular Hotspot (HCH)<\/a>, offers a powerful platform to meet new leads, and showcase expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n IFAT India 2026<\/a> brings together policymakers from local and regional governments, utility managers and operators, technology providers, consulting engineers, and researchers from leading knowledge institutions. The last edition was in 2025, when the event celebrated its 12th edition, welcoming more than 560 exhibiting companies and six international pavilions, including a Netherlands Pavilion. Over the course of three days, the trade fair attracted approximately 18,000 visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n To strengthen the visibility of Dutch water expertise at IFAT India, Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) will organise the Netherlands Pavilion alongside a dedicated collective programme. The programme is designed to help Dutch participants gain insight into local and regional market needs, position Dutch knowledge and expertise within the Indian water sector, and establish meaningful connections with key stakeholders across government, industry, and academia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Participation in the collective programme costs EUR 2,800 (excluding VAT). The participation package includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note that additional costs \u2014 such as IFAT registration fees, panel design, travel, hotel accommodation, and local transportation \u2014 are not included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Compared to organising an individual booth at IFAT India, participation in the collective programme offers a highly cost-effective and efficient way to access the Indian market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n A special participation option (EUR 500 ex. VAT) is available for NGOs and knowledge institutes: logo placement on a shared panel and access to a shared working table. A maximum of four organisations can participate under this arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, these initiatives create a coherent pathway from policy alignment and pilot development to market engagement and long-term partnerships. For the Dutch water sector, India represents not only a dynamic market, but also a strategic partner where collaboration, innovation, and impact come together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n At the heart of the bilateral cooperation on water is the India\u2013Netherlands Centre of Excellence on Water, located in Delhi. This initiative\u2014driven by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Delhi\u2014serves as a platform to develop and implement pilot projects. The pilots are designed to demonstrate Dutch solutions in real Indian contexts, creating a bridge from innovation to scalable application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Dutch water organisations interested in joining the Netherlands Pavilion at IFAT India are invited to register via the form below. For questions, contact Mirjam van Buchem, NWP Project Manager Events, at m.vanbuchem@nwp.nl<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLeading trade fair in India for water, sewage, solid waste, and recycling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Meet local policymakers, utility managers, operators, and industry leaders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dedicated collective programme at IFAT India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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In preparation for the delegation programme at IFAT India 2026, and to stay informed and aligned with the latest developments and activities regarding the bilaterial water cooperation, the Dutch water sector is invited to also join following the following upcoming activities from our partners:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Be part of the Dutch delegation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Please confirm your participation no later than 17 July 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n