The 2024 Global Water Summit was an outstanding success, uniting over 520 water management experts and industry decision-makers to engage in an impactful evening of critical discussions and high-level networking. Led by 14 distinguished speakers, the Summit focused on pressing themes such as water conservation, treatment technologies and smart water management, providing essential insights for addressing global water challenges. Attendees delved into Saudi Arabia’s ambitious $80 billion water sector initiatives and the National Water Strategy 2030, positioning the Kingdom as a global benchmark for sustainable water solutions. With its strategic focus and collaborative environment, the Global Water Summit served as a catalyst for industry growth, driving innovation and commitment within the water sector.
Key themes
Water security
Circular water economy
and net zero
Water technology
Water resource management
Meet our advisory board powering change
Paul Pring
Executive Director, Infrastructure & Community FacilitiesDiriyah Company
Robbie Mc Bartney
Executive Director, InfrastructureROSHN
Amr Salah
Chief Executive OfficerAjlan & Bros Holding
Dr. Mohamed Nazier
Chief General Transport Center OfficerRoyal Commission for Makkah City & Holy Sites
Abdulelah Aleidan
Expert in Project Finance and PPP
Fawaz Alfraiji
CEOPIF Projects
Thierry Froment
Chief Executive Officer - Middle EastVeolia
Mohammed S. Halawani
CEO International Water Distribution Company (TAWZEA)
Dr. Ahmed Alamoudi
Director - Desalination & Brine Innovation Solutions, ENOWA Water
Sami Al Harbi
VP, Deputy Regional Director-Red Sea RegionACWA Power
Dexter Ligsay Orpilla
Water System ExpertSports Boulevard Foundation
Eng. Bader Al-Tamimi
Executive Vice President for PlanningInfrastructure Projects Center Riyadh
Who Should Attend?
Organization Type
- Water Utilities
- Consultants
- Contractor
- Developers
- Engineering Firms
- Financial Institutions
- Government
- Water Treatment & Purification Companies
Job Titles
- Chairmen
- Chief Executive Officers
- Chief Project Delivery Officers
- Chief Technology Officers
- Directors
- Project Owners
- Regional Managers
- Vice Presidents
Looking back at the 2024 edition
With its rich content, strategic focus, and collaborative environment, the Global Water Summit provided a platform for over 500 water industry experts and decision-makers to engage in transformative discussions, exclusive networking and high-impact sessions, all fostering business growth and advancing the global water sector's ambitions.
Didn't attend the 2024 Summit? View key takeaways and significant moments from the previous edition through our Summit Rewind.
What our speakers say
Hear directly from our speakers as they talk about their experience at Global Water Summit 2024
The Global Water Summit was an incredibly valuable experience, providing an opportunity to exchange ideas with industry experts on how to accelerate digital transformation and enhance operational efficiency. The discussions inspired me to explore new solutions for addressing future challenges in water resource management.
Bander S. Alharbi
VP (A) of Technical Affairs, National Water Company (NWC)
Participating in the Global Water Summit in Riyadh was both inspiring and thought-provoking. The discussions on water’s future and the emphasis on water security provided critical insights into the innovative approaches needed to address global challenges. It was a privilege to contribute to a dialogue that champions sustainable solutions and secures a more resilient future for water resources.
Mohsen Alsalmi
KSA Construction Water Cluster Head, ACWA Power
The water Expo in Riyadh was truly impressive, especially in its diverse coverage of nearly every aspect of the water industry. The summit was a great effort featuring a wide array of key stakeholders discussing critical issues and future measures of the industry.
Dr. Ahmed Alamoudi
Director – Desalination & Brine Innovation Solutions, ENOWA Water
Global Water Summit 2024 Advisory Board Gathering
We're excited to announce the successful gathering of our esteemed Global Water Summit Advisory Board. Comprised of distinguished leaders from the infrastructure and water sectors, this gathering ensured a meticulous curation of content for our summit agenda. Drawing upon their collective expertise, we're poised to deliver discussions that resonate with industry needs, driving impactful outcomes. Our sincere thanks to all our advisory board members.
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