16 - 20 February 2025

Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre

Muscat, Oman

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Municipal Water Program

09:00

Session One: Advanced Water Production:

Innovations in Desalination, Energy Integration, and Sustainable Practices

09:05

Pioneering Desalination Technologies:

Cutting-Edge Innovations and Emerging technologies.

09:20

Water-Energy Nexus:

Desalination Efficiency, Energy Recovery and Renewable Energy Integration.

09:35

Sustainable Water Production:

Strategies for Reducing Desalination Environmental Impact.

09:50

Brine Management and Marine Ecosystem Protection:

Innovative Approaches to Disposal, Resource Recovery, and Ecosystem Protection in Desalination Processes.

10:05

Digital Transformation in Water Production:

Leveraging Smart Technologies and AI for Optimization in Water Plants.

10:20

Research and Development in Water Production:

The Role of Research and Development in Innovating Sustainable Technologies.

10:35

Q & A

10:50

Coffee Break

11:30

Session Two: Strategies and Economic Viability in Water Production:

Infrastructure, Investment, and Partnerships.

11:35

Infrastructure Developments:

Updates on the construction and expansion of desalination plants.

11:50

Strategic Planning for Water Infrastructure:

Ensuring Continuity and Resilience.

12:05

Cost-Effective Water Production:

Exploring ways to reduce the cost of water production, including technological innovations and process optimizations.

12:20

Financing Models for Water Infrastructure:

Evaluating Suitability and Economical Impact.

12:35

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs):

The role of PPPs in funding water projects and sharing financial risks.

12:50

Q & A

13:00

Prayers & Lunch

14:00

Session Three: Enhancing Water Operations:

Resilient Networks, Emergency Preparedness, and Infrastructure Integration

14:05

Designing Resilient Water Networks:

Innovative Designs and Implementation techniques.

14:20

Emergency Response and Restoration Plans for Water Networks:

Case studies for failures management and effective emergency response.

14:35

Redundancy and Backup Systems for Continuous Water Supply:

Case studies for redundant systems and backup pipelines to ensure uninterrupted water supply during emergencies.

14:50

Development and Expansion of Pipeline Networks:

Updates on the design, construction, and expansion of extensive water / wastewater pipeline networks.

15:05

Large-Scale Water Infrastructure Projects:

Insights into large-scale infrastructure projects, including mega-pipelines, inter-city lines and water transmission /collection initiatives.

15:20

Integrating New Pipelines with Existing Water Systems:

Case studies for seamlessly integrating new pipelines and distribution systems with existing infrastructure to enhance overall network efficiency and reliability.

15:35

Q & A

15:50

End of Day Two

09:00

Session Four: Modernizing Water Distribution:

Smart Management, Energy Efficiency, and Leak Control

09:05

Water Loss Management:

Strategies for reducing non-revenue water (NRW), including physical and commercial losses.

09:20

Smart Water Networks:

Utilizing data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital twins of water networks to predict demand, optimize flow, and perform predictive maintenance.

09:35

Advanced Leak Detection and Water Loss Management:

Exploring cutting-edge technologies like acoustic sensors, satellite imagery, and pressure management systems to detect leaks and reduce non-revenue water (NRW).

09:50

Pipeline Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Reliability:

Strategies for maintaining and rehabilitating aging pipelines to prevent leaks and ensure the long-term reliability of water distribution systems.

10:05

Digital Twins:

Case Studies for digital twins of water distribution networks for simulation, optimization, and predictive maintenance.

10:20

Energy Efficiency in Pumping and Transmission

Innovations in energy-efficient pumping stations, including variable frequency drives (VFDs) and techniques for reducing energy consumption in water transmission.

10:35

Q & A

10:50

Coffee Break

8:00 - 9:00

Session Five: Innovations in Wastewater Treatment:

Energy Efficiency, Reuse, and Resource Recovery

11:25

Advanced Wastewater Treatment Technologies:

Cutting-edge technologies for improved treatment efficiency.

11:40

Energy-Efficient Treatment and Resource Recovery:

Innovations focused on reducing energy consumption in wastewater treatment plants.

11:55

Water Reuse and Potable Reuse Strategies:

Policies, practices, and technological advancements in reusing treated wastewater.

12:10

Decentralized Treatment Systems for Small-Scale Applications:

Development and implementation of small-scale and decentralized treatment systems.

12:25

Sludge Treatment, Disposal, and Resource Recovery:

Techniques for the effective treatment and safe disposal of sludge, along with innovations in recovering valuable resources.

12:40

Digitalization and Smart Wastewater Treatment Plants:

Adoption of digital technologies in optimizing wastewater treatment processes, and the development of smart plants that enhance operational efficiency.

12:50

Q & A

13:00

Prayers & Lunch

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