Shanghai Asia Water Technology Exhibition

The Value of Participating in the Shanghai Water Show (Aquatech China)

• A flagship brand with nearly 60 years of history in the global water treatment industry, originating in the Netherlands. Founded in 1964 by the RAI Exhibition Group of the Netherlands, Aquatech is widely regarded as the “bellwether” of global water treatment technology. As its extension into the Chinese market, Aquatech China leverages the parent show’s six decades of global resources and expertise to offer water industry professionals across the Asia-Pacific region an international, professional platform for technical exchange, business networking, and forward-looking trend analysis.
• Comprehensive coverage of the entire water treatment value chain, with a steadfast commitment to “focusing on water and serving water.” The exhibition fully encompasses the complete water treatment ecosystem, highlighting cutting-edge advancements in water purification, wastewater and sewage treatment, water environment remediation, water supply and drainage networks, pumps, valves, process control, automation, and smart water management. Dedicated zones showcase membrane technologies and core components, water purification equipment and end products, industrial water treatment and engineering services, activated carbon and filtration materials, UV disinfection technologies, and more—providing tailored solutions that meet specific procurement needs across various sub-sectors.
• Gathering global resources to create an international hub for business matching. In 2025, the exhibition attracted over 500 exhibitors from 75 countries and regions, along with more than 20,000 professional visitors. International pavilions, including those from Korea and the Netherlands, presented state-of-the-art technologies, offering enterprises an efficient pathway to connect with overseas markets without leaving home. The exhibition’s domestic and international business-matching services precisely matched buyers with exhibitors, fostering successful commercial collaborations.
• A nexus for global resource linkage and industrial synergy. Exhibitors range from domestic industry leaders like Hangtian Huayang and Kaineng Huayu to international players such as Korean delegations, competing side by side. Leveraging its strong international brand presence, Aquatech China creates invaluable opportunities for Sino-foreign enterprises to engage in deep exchanges and collaborations across technology, market access, and supply chains.
• An incubator for innovation and a beacon of cutting-edge technology. The AQC Water Technology Innovation Award, established within the framework of the exhibition, recognizes innovative products, technologies, and solutions still awaiting market launch. Winning companies can showcase their work in the Innovation Lab, gaining industry recognition and international visibility. The AquaStage area provides a dedicated space for exhibitors and visitors to freely share ideas and engage in in-depth discussions.
• More than 20 high-profile forums empowering the industry with authoritative insights into green and intelligent transformation. Concurrent with the exhibition, over 20 high-caliber forums were held, addressing pressing issues such as AI-driven water management, chemical wastewater treatment, membrane technologies, industrial water treatment, healthy drinking water, and green, low-carbon energy solutions. Experts from Tongji University, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, and other research institutions, together with industry leaders, convened to explore future trends and application scenarios for water treatment technologies, providing enterprises with cutting-edge strategic guidance.
• Six major exhibition zones and four distinctive special areas, forming a comprehensive platform for industry-academia-research-business communication. The exhibition meticulously organizes six thematic zones centered on membrane technologies, water purification equipment, industrial water treatment, and other key segments, while also establishing four specialized areas—the Innovation Lab, AquaStage, the International Hub for buyer engagement, and the Match-making Business-Matching Zone—offering global water treatment professionals an integrated platform that combines technology showcases, industry dialogue, and business development opportunities.