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EVENT REVIEW

Growing opportunities for water related

companies in China

ore than 84,000 visitors from 95 countries worldwide Investments in water to ensure water quality is high on the
Mwere counted at the Aquatech China 2019. The three- agenda. Water challenges are connected with a growing
day event was a winning mix of business, content and sector that seeks innovations and solutions in China and
international networking. Over 2,100 companies exhibited abroad. I am delighted with the results of Aquatech
at this 12th edition which turned out even more powerful. China2019. There was a positive vibe, full aisles and a lot
The show brought together industry authorities, key of attention for the knowledge sessions. Lots of side events
market leaders, international financing institutions and were organised and young talent was attracted to learn
development banks and government officials. The result more about what the water technology sector has to offer.
was an inspiring international exchange with a common We look forward to building on that success for the next
goal: discussing growing water business in China and the edition in 2020.” says Dorien, Sibbel, Exhibition Manager
future of the industry. Aquatech China.
Annette Bos, Director Water at RAI Amsterdam spoke Concentrating industry knowledge to add value to
at a crowded opening, about how crucial and urgent Industrial Water Management
water issues are around the world and linked them to The 2019 Industrial Water Leaders Forum was successfully
the constantly growing opportunities for water related held on the first day of Aquatech China. The 2nd
companies in China. The 2,100+ exhibitors included edition of the forum brought together representatives
both Chinese and international market leaders such as from government, research institutes, water resource
Grunbeck, Nitto, Pentair, PWG, Samyang, Terra Water management companies, service providers as well as
Research, Doulton and Rainsoft. end users to share insights on the topic of ‘Efficient Water
“The opportunities in China are growing constantly. Management, Creating Value for Industry’.

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