New legislation sets out landowner responsibilities to ensure a continuous line of coastal defence around Singapore Panorama of Singapore city skyline at business modern downtown building area in sunrise with cloud and sun light and reflection architecture on water The Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment introduced the Coastal Protection Bill (CPB) for First Reading […]
(Image: Usalco) Usalco has introduced a refreshed brand identity aimed at reflecting the company’s current position and future direction within the water treatment sector. The update follows a strategic review informed by internal and external research, customer feedback and an assessment of the existing brand equity associated with the Usalco name. The refreshed identity includes […]
(Image: 3rd Wastewater Treatment and Reuse Conference) The 3rd Wastewater Treatment and Reuse Conference will take place on 9 and 10 Feb 2026 in Jeddah, bringing together policymakers, engineers, utilities, consultants and technology providers to examine wastewater treatment and reuse challenges across the Middle East and North Africa. Now in its third year, the conference […]
(Image: 3rd Stormwater Conference KSA) The 3rd Stormwater Conference KSA will take place on 9 and 10 Feb 2026, bringing together policymakers, engineers, utility representatives and solution providers involved in stormwater management across Saudi Arabia. The two-day event continues a series focused on strengthening urban flood resilience and advancing stormwater planning in line with the […]
Armstrong Fluid Technology will present its approach to system-level HVAC optimisation at the AHR Expo in Las Vegas, taking place in Feb. The company’s presentation will focus on how continuous optimisation can be made visible, measurable and simpler to apply across building systems. Armstrong will be exhibiting at Booth C4735 throughout the event. As building […]
Slavco Velickov, director, water, Bentley Systems (Image: Bentley Systems) Digital twins are moving beyond industry buzzword status to become essential tools for resilient, efficient and data-driven water management. Slavco Velickov, director, water, Bentley Systems, explains how utilities worldwide are applying real-time insights, AI and hydraulic modelling to strengthen operations, expand access and prepare for climate-driven […]
Bas van Dijk, director business unit water & maritime apac at Haskoning (Image: Haskoning) Haskoning has appointed Bas van Dijk as director business unit water & maritime apac, strengthening its leadership across the Asia-Pacific region. Van Dijk has more than twenty years’ experience at Haskoning, with a background in civil engineering and a focus on […]
Water & Wastewater Asia speaks to Cate Lochead, chief marketing officer at Bentley Systems, about strengthening Bentley’s global marketing strategy, its pragmatic approach to AI, and how storytelling can translate complex engineering into real-world infrastructure impact. Cate Lochead, Bentley Systems’ newly appointed chief marketing officer (Image: Bentley Systems) Cate Lochead, Bentley Systems’ newly appointed chief […]
(Image: IDRA) The application process for the Dr. K. C. Channabasappa Memorial PhD Scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year is now open. The deadline for final submissions is 1 Jun 2026. The scholarship is open to candidates who have completed studies in science or engineering at an accredited university and who have secured acceptance into […]
Aerial view of wastewater treatment lagoons, illustrating biological treatment processes used to reduce pollution before water is returned to the environment (Image: Cortec) The safety of drinking water and sanitation systems remains closely linked to public health outcomes. While some countries maintain high standards of water and sanitation services, approximately forty percent of countries recorded […]
