Innovation Power Hour: Scaling Tech That Solves Real World Water Problems

24 Feb 2026
Auditorium
Main Stage

NEW! A dynamic showcase of breakthrough innovation in the water sector, featuring early and growth-stage companies with exciting technologies and business models shaping the future of water.

Through real-world case studies, discover how these companies are navigating fundraising, meeting investor expectations, addressing industry needs, and moving toward commercialisation. Experts will assess deployment potential, scalability, and impact

Host
Oliver Puckering
Oliver Puckering, Director, Partnership Accelerator - XYLEM
Angela MacOscar
Angela MacOscar, Head of Innovation - NORTHUMBRIAN WATER
Jiten Manglani
Jiten Manglani, Chief Investment Officer - AQUALATERAL
Speakers
George Demosthenous
George Demosthenous, CEO - VODA.AI
Jessica Middlemiss
Jessica Middlemiss, CTO - PURAFFINITY
Grégoire de Hemptinne
Grégoire de Hemptinne, Co-Founder & CEO - SHAYP
Richard Fuller
Richard Fuller, UK Managing Director - STORMHARVESTER