IFAT Saudi Arabia
From 26-28 January 2026, IFAT will take place in Saudi Arabia for the first time.
To promote Dutch water expertise in this promising market, the Netherlands Water Partnership collaborates with Holland Circular Hotspot and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Saudi Arabia for the organisation of the Netherlands Pavilion. Supported by Ministery of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA), and aligned with the ambitions of Vision 2030, IFAT Saudi Arabia will showcase breakthrough solutions in waste management, recycling, waste-to-energy, water treatment, desalination, digitalisation and more.
Dutch water and waste expertise
This year, fourteen leading Dutch organisations will present their innovative solutions in water and solid waste management at IFAT Saudi 2026. The Netherlands Pavilion will showcase Dutch expertise and serve as a meeting point for professionals, policymakers, and technology providers from both countries.
Located in Hall 2, booth 2F61, the Pavilion will feature the following participating organisations:
Aquatech is the international platform specifically designed for professionals in the world of water technology.
The company transforms complex materials into renewed resources for construction and infrastructure applications.
Bollegraaf Group is a world-leading expert in waste sorting and recycling.
Colubris is the expert in innovative total solutions for (waste)water treatment, waste separation and bioresources.
Dijmex specializes in producing Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) and Post-Industrial Recycled (PIR) engineering thermoplastic compounds.
Flow Aqua B.V. is a pioneering engineering company in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment.
Fugro is the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, delivering critical insights for the design, construction, and operation of onshore and offshore infrastructure and natural resources.
Haskoning is an independent international consultancy since 1881, combining engineering, design, and technology to deliver added value.
Hein, Lehmann is a German family-owned process technology company founded in 1878 that designs and supplies screening, separating and conveying solutions for material processing.
Hydrosat is a space and data analytics company developing an Earth observation constellation and software to provide unique high-resolution thermal infrared imagery.
MTD is a global leader in temporary water and wastewater solutions, delivering safe drinking water, wastewater treatment, and related infrastructure for events, expos and semi-permanent projects worldwide.
Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI) founded in 1904, is a global water solutions provider and an advocate for sustainable water use through its purpose #MissionWater.
The combined strength of Noardling - futureproof Water Technology:
Brand Desah, Brand Hubert and Brand Landustrie.
NX Filtration is a provider of membrane technology for producing pure and affordable water to improve quality of life.
Programme
Panel discussions
Take part in a round of inspiring pitch presentations by Dutch innovative providers on water, waste and recycling. Delegates of the congress, other exhibitors and local visitors are invited to attend the following panel discussions:
- Orange stage
On Tuesday, 27 January, from 19:05 to 19:40 at the Orange stage (Hall 2). The session is titled: Waste2Resources (Digital) waste management and clean tech innovations to a catalyst to a safe circular economy.
- Blue stage
On Wednesday, 28 January, from 18:00 to 18:25 at the Blue stage (Hall 4). This session is titled: from water stress to water security. Innovative treatment solutions.
Workshop
Join us on 28 January, from 12:00 to 15:00, at IFAT – Orange Stage, Hall 2, for a jointly organized workshop by the National Water Company (NWC), the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Riyadh, and the Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP).
The workshop will be moderated by Mirjam van Buchem (NWP) and will open with welcome remarks from the Embassy of the Netherlands and National Water Company.
Themes:
- Water and Wastewater sector in KSA
- Water quality, treatment & reuse
- Monitoring, Data & Digital Water Management
Network reception at the Embassy
You are kindly invited to a network reception hosted by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
The evening will provide an opportunity to meet peers, exchange ideas, and engage in informal discussions with members of the diplomatic, business, and professional community in a relaxed setting.
Date: Wednesday 28
Time: 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Venue:
Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Abdullah Hizaf Asehmi Street
Diplomatic Quarter – Riyadh
