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Agenda 2023
TBC
0830 - 0930 REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
0930 - 0940 OPENING ADDRESS
0940 - 1010 RESERVED PRESENTATION
1010 - 1035 ACTIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE OF WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES
- Exploring a new strategic approach to address the water crisis through cooperative performance KPIs
- Discussion on MDBs' financing of O&M services and targeted investments to maximise impact
- Looking at key activities like smart systems, asset management, leaks reduction, etc., to enhance sustainability
Stephane Bessadi
Asian Development Bank
Asian Development Bank
1035 - 1040 Q&A SESSION ON APPROACHES FOR ADDRESSING WATER CRISIS AND ENSURING SUSTAINABILITY
1040 - 1100 MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1100 - 1130 PANEL DISCUSSION ON ASIA-PACIFIC SMART WATER UTILITIES
1130 - 1155 SMART PIPELINE CONDITION ASSESSMENT USING BROADBAND ELECTRO-MAGNETIC TECHNOLOGY (BEMâ„¢)
- Presenting innovative Broadband Electro-Magnetic Technology (BEMâ„¢) for pipeline condition assessment, patented globally
- In-depth exploration of BEMâ„¢ tools and software and discussion on case studies showcasing successful applications
- Highlighting a successful project in Singapore for PUB through AECOM, utilising e-FAST and i-FAST (external and internal pipe scanning)
Martin Roubal
Rock Solid
Rock Solid
1155 - 1200 Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED PIPELINE ASSESSMENT TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS
1200 - 1330 NETWORKING LUNCH & VISIT THE ASIA-PACIFIC SMART WATER UTILITIES EXHIBITION
1330 - 1355 AI-BASED MODERN PIPELINE CONDITION ASSESSMENT
- Unique strengths of using machine learning for pipeline condition assessment beyond just gains in accuracy
- Demonstrating how AI is used to supercharge the entire assessment workflow, from data reconstruction to LoF/risk calculations
- Discussion on past examples of successful use cases where utilities were able to see major benefits from applying an AI-based solution
Chase Rowe
Fracta Inc.
Fracta Inc.
1355 - 1400 Q&A SESSION ON AI-POWERED WATER INFRASTRUCTURE INSPECTION AND ASSESSMENT TECHNOLOGY
1400 - 1425 SMART WATER LEAK MANAGEMENT USING MULTI-TECHNOLOGIES
- Current status of Vibroacoustic-Based Models for water leak detection and utilisation of AI techniques for pinpointing the leaks
- Addressing current challenges & potential solutions for enhanced understanding and comparative analysis of leak detection technologies
- Exploring future directions in water leak management and discussing the pros & cons based on practices for leak detection in HK
Tarek Zayed
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
1425 - 1430 Q&A SESSION ON CUTTING-EDGE WATER LEAK DETECTION TECHNOLOGIES AND MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
1430 - 1500 AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1500 - 1525 THERMAL FLOW METER FOR LEAKAGE DETECTION IN LARGE-DIAMETER PIPELINES
- Discussion on technology developed to accurately measure flow rate in large-diameter pipes
- Potential, cost-effective solution for multiple installations and effective leakage detection
- Presentation on successful trials on pipe diameters ranging from 600 to 5000 mm
Malcolm Robertson
Robertson Technology Pty Ltd.
Robertson Technology Pty Ltd.
1525 - 1530 Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED LEAKAGE DETECTION WITH THERMAL FLOW METER
1530 - 1555 SMART GEOPHYSICAL TECHNIQUES: A NEW HORIZON IN UNDERGROUND PIPELINE AND LEAKAGE DETECTION
- Overview of the economic and environmental importance of pipeline networks, traditional leak detection, and advancements
- Discussion on Ground Penetrating Radar, Induction Locator, and evolution of leak detection technologies using cutting-edge tools
- Case studies and conclusions demonstrating innovative techniques and the effectiveness of modern tools in detecting and localising leaks
Sanjay Rana
Parsan Overseas Pvt. Limited
Parsan Overseas Pvt. Limited
1555 - 1600 Q&A SESSION ON SMART GEOPHYSICAL METHODS FOR DETECTING PIPELINE LEAKS
1600 - 1630 RESERVED PRESENTATION
1630 - 1730 NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
TBC
0900 - 0930 MORNING REFRESHMENTS
0930 - 0940 OPENING ADDRESS
0940 - 1010 RESERVED PRESENTATION
1010 - 1035 DETECTING STRESS CONCENTRATION ZONES: DIAGNOSTICS FOR PREVENTING FAILURES
- Utilising natural magnetic waves emitted by underground metal structures to detect Stress Concentration Zones
- Non-contact scanning sensors enable remote analysis without excavation, offering crack initiation insights
- Walking alongside pipelines, the method provides stress-strain profiles, mitigating potential failures
- Revolutionary approach detects SCZs early, addressing external and internal corrosion, mechanical damages
- Redefining pipeline inspection, with non-intrusive analysis up to 10 times depth. A game-changer
Keith Kee
Corrosion Association
Corrosion Association
1035 - 1040 Q&A SESSION ON THE LATEST ADVANCEMENTS IN UNDERGROUND PIPELINE INSPECTION
1040 - 1100 MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1100 - 1130 RESERVED PRESENTATION
1130 - 1155 MAKING AN ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT IN WATER UTILITY DEVELOPMENT
- Universal Radar technology to optimise level measurement in water applications
- Technology for energy-saving through optimised pump control in the water industry
- Integration of digital sensor solutions into standard data loggers for wireless data transmission
Boon Teck Goh
VEGA Instruments (SEA) Pte Ltd
VEGA Instruments (SEA) Pte Ltd
1155 - 1200 Q&A SESSION ON COST-EFFECTIVE AND ENERGY-SAVING SOLUTIONS FOR THE WATER INDUSTRY
1200 - 1230 RESERVED PRESENTATION
1230 - 1245 FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
1245 - 1400 NETWORKING LUNCH
Key topics for 2023:
- Making an economic assessment for water utilities
Understand the economic fundamentals and make the business case for developing water networks to boost efficiencies. - Integrating smart water technologies into existing water infrastructure
Build take-home solutions and identify suitable technologies for greater efficiency, lower costs, and optimal allocation of water. - Strategies for managing and reducing water leakage across the network
Avoid the pitfalls and learn from leakage experts on the latest in leak detection systems to meet regulations and water leakage targets. - Looking at real-time data and cutting-edge communication technologies
Learn about the latest in measuring and monitoring technologies, better communication systems and use big-data across the water network. - New technologies and know-how in IoT and AI for network automation
Explore the latest advances in water network automation with developments in IoT and Artificial Intelligence to improve efficiencies and water operations. - End-user case studies and how to develop an optimal network
Gain insight from regional water networks and implement strategies that others in the water utilities industry are using to ensure an efficient network.