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Welcome to the Equipment & Systems sector at ESS Expo, showcasing the latest in cutting-edge technology for wastewater treatment, irrigation systems, and water conservation.

Attendees can expect to explore innovative solutions for water and flood management, including stormwater management systems, flood barriers, drainage, and water storage solutions.

This sector emphasises the importance of sustainable water management and its role in mitigating the impacts of climate change, and solutions champion the sustainable use of water as a precious resource.

Equipment & Systems

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Water, Wastewater & Environmental Management Expo
17-18 September 2025 | NEC Birmingham, UK

Our agenda showcases presentations from leaders in water governance, water conservation and flood management. Topics will cover the latest in wastewater treatment, irrigation systems, and sustainable water management.

This schedule is crafted to spark dialogue and offer new perspectives, promising an interactive and thought-provoking expo experience. Stay tuned for additional updates as we expand our roster with more top experts and innovators in the field.

- Water Management
10:00 10:30

SESSION CANCELLED: Implementing a systemic approach to water management: piloting a novel multi-level collaborative integrated water management framework in east London

Water Resource Management Keynote

Matthew Whaley - Greater London Authority
- Flood Management
- Wastewater
- Water Management
10:45 11:45

Exploring Solutions to Pollution and Storm Overflow Challenges (Presentations & Q&A)

Water Resource Management Keynote

This session tackles water pollution and storm overflows through presentations and an interactive Q& ...

James Hale - CIWEM Urban Drainage Group Committee

Jo Bradley, UK Director of Operations - Stormwater Shepherds UK

Keith Herbert, Pathfinder Delivery Lead - Southern Water

Neil Sewell, Director of New Technology Services - SDS
- Sustainability
- Wastewater
- Net-Zero
- Water Management
- Decarbonisation
12:00 12:45

Panel discussion: Collaborative Solutions for a Sustainable Water Future

Water Resource Management Keynote

Our water resources are precious, and ensuring their sustainability demands collective action. This ...

Beth Corbould, Director - OFWAT

Daniel Johns, Managing Director - Water Resources East

Deborah Feldhaus, Head of Water Resources & Regional Planning - Yorkshire Water

Sarah Bunney, CEO - Our Rainwater Limited

Victoria Cherrier, Head of Environment - Water UK
- Contamination
- Wastewater
- Net-Zero
- Water Management
13:00 13:30

National Highways 2030 Water Quality Plan

Water Resource Management Keynote

We are the government owned company that operates, maintains and improves the 4,500 miles of England ...

Mike Whitehead, Team Leader – Environmental Sustainability Strategy & Water Environment - National Highways
- Water Management
- Flood Management
13:40 14:00

Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Strategy and climate adaptation

Water Resource Management Keynote

How the Environment Agency is responding to flood and coastal risks in a changing climate and delive ...

Julie Foley, Director Strategy and National Adaptation - Environment Agency
- Flood Management
- Tech & AI
- Water Management
14:00 14:20

Embracing flood adaptive technology: A paradigm shift for sustainable development in the UK

Water Resource Management Keynote

Simon Gilliland, CEO - Flood Technology Group
- Water Management
- Flood Management
14:20 14:40

Flood-Proofing Our Future: Innovative Solutions in Flood Infrastructure and Resilience (Presentation & Q&A)

Water Resource Management Keynote
- Contamination
- Water Management
- Flood Management
15:00 15:30

Pollution from Highway Runoff: Next Steps to Achieve Effective Pollution Control

Water Resource Management Keynote

Jo will describe the pollution caused by highway runoff and the harm that it does to rivers and stre ...

Jo Bradley, UK Director of Operations - Stormwater Shepherds UK

- Net-Zero
- Sustainability
- Wastewater
- Flood Management
- Water Management
10:00 10:45

Whole Systems Adaptive Planning: Connecting long term and short term planning for a sustainable future

Water Technical Stage

Whole Systems Adaptive Planning: Connecting long term and short term planning for a sustainable futu ...

Mark Penny, Chief Operating Officer - Business Modelling Applications

Neil Dewis, Strategic Advisory Water Director, WSP and former Executive Water Director at Yorkshire Water - WSP

Niki Roach, Director - Blue & Green Consulting Limited & Planet Possible Podcast Host

Sam Fox, Chief Strategic Planner (Water) - United Utilities

Sam Oosthuizen, Head of Water and Resilience Solutions - Business Modelling Applications (BMA)
- Wastewater
- Sustainability
- Water Management
- Contamination
- Biodiversity
11:00 11:45

Pioneering Sustainable River Management and Poultry Farming Practices

Water Technical Stage

Adam Bedford and Sian Davies will present groundbreaking initiatives aimed at restoring river health ...

Adam Bedford, Collaborative Projects Director - Fera Science Ltd

Sian Davies, Poultry Manager/Farm Administrator - Wernheulog Farm
- Water Management
- Flood Management
- Sustainability
- Wastewater
12:00 12:45

A data driven approach to better understanding drainage asset performance.

Water Technical Stage

In this session, Owen and Grace will highlight the importance of understanding the drainage network' ...

Owen Lauder, Business Development Manger - Previsico
- Wastewater
13:40 14:25

Innovative Screw Press Technologies for Sludge Dewatering: Emphasizing Low OPEX and Ease of Use

Water Technical Stage

Introduction to screw press technologies and their role in sludge dewatering. Comparison of differen ...

Robbert van Leeuwen, CEO - AMCON
- Biodiversity
- Land Remediation
- Water Management
- Flood Management
- Sustainability
- Decarbonisation
14:45 15:30

Looking beyond carbon myopia: Why a focus on Biodiversity can deliver so much more.

Water Technical Stage

Biodiversity is the stuff of life and the glue which holds systems together. From healthy soils and ...

Don Holmes, Head of Natural Environment - Mitie Landscapes

Helen Simmen, Research and Development - Wildflower Turf Ltd

Matthew Moore, Strategic Flood & Partnership Manager - Anglian Water

Terry Smithson, Head of Nature based Solutions - BioScapes Limited

- Net-Zero
- Sustainability
- Water Management
- Flood Management
10:30 11:30

From Theory to Practice: Implementing Successful SUDS and Blue-Green Infrastructure Projects

Water Resource Management Keynote

This session aims to bridge the gap between theory and action, exploring how to translate these inno ...

Hannah Howe, Principal Consultant - AECOM

Jane Findlay, Director - Fira
- Water Management
- Wastewater
- Flood Management
- Decarbonisation
11:45 12:00

Enabling Water Smart Communities - breaking down the barriers to IWM in residential developments

Water Resource Management Keynote

The session will focus in on the 'Enabling Water Smart Communities' project which highlights the sha ...

George Warren, Integrated Water Manager - Anglian Water
- Water Management
- Wastewater
- Flood Management
- Sustainability
- Decarbonisation
12:00 12:15

Delivering Sustainable Growth

Water Resource Management Keynote

The session will take a deep dive into the work being delivered through Project Zero, an Ofwat Innov ...

Julian Webster, Water Net Zero Engineering Manager - Affinity Water
- Net-Zero
- Water Management
- Decarbonisation
12:15 12:30

Water Positive: Amplifying Integrated Water Management for Global Resilience

Water Resource Management Keynote

In a world where water scarcity is becoming one of the most urgent crises due to anthropogenic actio ...

Alejandro Sturniolo, Secretary General - Water Positive Think Tank
- Sustainability
- Net-Zero
- Flood Management
- Wastewater
- Water Management
12:30 13:00

Integrated Water management

Water Resource Management Keynote

Ask our experts anything about IWM's benefits, implementation strategies, and fostering collaboratio ...

Alejandro Sturniolo, Secretary General - Water Positive Think Tank

George Warren, Integrated Water Manager - Anglian Water

Julian Webster, Water Net Zero Engineering Manager - Affinity Water

Ruby Shepperson, Reclaim the Rain Project Manager - Suffolk County Council
- Sustainability
- Water Management
- Decarbonisation
13:30 13:45

The role of open data in decarbonisation

Water Resource Management Keynote

Elysia Moore, Operations and Product Manager - Stream
- Sustainability
- Net-Zero
- Water Management
- Decarbonisation
13:45 14:00

What role can innovation play in a sustainable and decarbonised water future?

Water Resource Management Keynote

Ken Hunnisett, Head of Public Sector - Triple Point Investment Management LLP
- Sustainability
- Net-Zero
- Water Management
- Contamination
- Decarbonisation
14:00 14:30

What role can innovation play in a sustainable and decarbonised water future? (Presentation & Q&A)

Water Resource Management Keynote

This interactive session tackles how cutting-edge tech and solutions can revolutionise water managem ...

Elysia Moore, Operations and Product Manager - Stream

Ken Hunnisett, Head of Public Sector - Triple Point Investment Management LLP

Louise Clarke, Associate Engineer - Buro Happold
- Water Management
- Wastewater
- Professional Services
- Tech & AI
- Biodiversity
- Contamination
- Sustainability
14:45 15:30

None of Us Know More Than All of Us Together

Water Resource Management Keynote

In the sometimes overwhelming world of water management, no single organisation or approach holds al ...

Abi Croutear-Foy, Managing Director - AquaWatch

- Tech & AI
- Energy from Waste
- Decarbonisation
10:30 11:15

Complying with the Industrial Emissions Directive: Effective Leak Detection and Repair for Anaerobic Digesters

Water Technical Stage

A summary of how to comply with the Industrial Emissions Directive with anaerobic digesters. Mr Cox ...

Ewart Cox, Managing Director - Assentech Sales Limited
- Professional Services
- Sustainability
- Tech & AI
- Water Management
- Wastewater
11:40 12:10

Innovative solutions to delivering water efficiency

Water Technical Stage

We know that using less water can save money and generate environmental efficiencies - but understan ...

Stephen Sheridan, Head of Account Management - Business Stream
- Sustainability
- Water Management
- Wastewater
- Flood Management
12:30 13:15

Sustainable SuDS with Minimal Land Use

Water Technical Stage

This session explores integrating sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) in urban environments with lim ...

Howard Gray, Business Relationship Specalist - GreenBlue Urban
- Sustainability
- Tech & AI
- Wastewater
13:40 14:00

The use of Ice Pigging by Severn Trent Water to optimise performance of pumped wastewater mains

Water Technical Stage

AMP8 is set to be very challenging as it will bring increased scrutiny to sewage spills from all poi ...

Andrew Warren, Network Operability Specialist - Waste Networks, Severn Trent Water

Phil Pettit, Business Development Manager - SUEZ recycling and recovery UK

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Net-Zero

Learn how to review and reduce your organisations' carbon emissions, hear from pioneering businesses and discover the latest technology and solutions available.

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Biodiversity

Biodiversity takes centre stage at the Environmental Services and Solutions Expo this September as a vital component for a sustainable future.

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Circular Economy

Hear updates from the UK Government on regulation, pioneering new case studies on reuse, communication techniques to prevent waste, new technologies and much, much more.

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