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.

  • AI‑based pipe failure prediction to reduce water losses
  • PFAS removal with advanced adsorbent materials
  • Real‑time leak detection and analytics for buildings
  • AI‑ and weather‑driven predictive control for sewer networks
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