A global network of water professionals
The IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition is the leading global event for water and allied professionals, covering the full water cycle. Held every two years by the International Water Association, it brings together thought-leaders, decision makers, top researchers, and business innovators from across and beyond the water sector to shape the future of water.
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The Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH was part of the German Pavilion at the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition 2026, held from 4 to 8 October in Glasgow, United Kingdom. The event brought together international leaders, innovators, utilities, researchers and industry professionals to discuss current challenges and future opportunities in water management.
As one of 13 German exhibitors, Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH joined the German Pavilion to represent German engineering expertise and innovation within the international water and environmental technology sector. The joint presentation showcased the strength and diversity of German companies developing technologies, products and services for a more sustainable future.
Key topics at the exhibition included water treatment and purification, resource efficiency, circular economy solutions, environmental technologies and sustainable infrastructure. Smart systems for modern water management also played an important role in addressing the growing demands on the global water industry.
The German Pavilion provided an international platform for professional exchange, networking and the presentation of innovative solutions. For Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH, participation offered an opportunity to connect with industry professionals and engage with developments shaping the future of water and environmental technology.
The IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition 2026 highlighted the importance of international cooperation and technological innovation in creating sustainable solutions for the water sector. Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH was pleased to be part of this joint German presence and to contribute to showcasing German technological expertise on an international stage.
The German Pavilion was part of the Foreign Trade Fair Programme of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE). Thank you very much for the perfect organisation.