Blue Resource Summit UAE 2025

day one main conference

registration and refreshments

welcome address by fortinus events

opening remarks from the chairperson

Keynote Address: Water is the New Oil in the Gulf: Dubai’s Roadmap to Tackle Water Scarcity 

• Aligning national water strategies with sustainable development goals to ensure long-term water security and resilience 
• Discuss how government bodies are accelerating innovations to support critical areas like irrigation, water re-use, and desalination in efforts to make every drop of water count 
• Spotlight on key water projects that are ongoing in the region 

Keynote by Ambassador Dunston Pereira, Chief Executive Officer to the Royal office of HH sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al Qassimi 

Panel Discussion: Flood Defense Plan: Engineering a Resilient Future 

• Discuss the construction goals that are designed to increase water storage capacity to eight million cubic meters by capturing rain and floodwater.
• Initiatives that highlight the UAE’s commitment to sustainable water management and climate resilience.
• Key aspects to investigate in building of dams and canals to mitigate impact of heavy rainfall

Initiatives Being Implemented to Address Water-Related Issues by The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy  

Faisal Ali Rashid, Senior Director at The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy 

Presentation by: Elite Road Supplies CO. – ECO and Partner 

Networking Tea Break

Real-Time Solutions for Water Supply and Wastewater Reuse 

• Implementing real-time systems to address water supply disruptions effectively.  
• Transforming treated wastewater into a resource for agriculture and industry.  
• Leveraging smart technologies for reliable supply and sustainable reuse practices.

Dr. Aamr Alalewi, Principal Hazardous Waste Treatment Engineer, Dubai Municipality 

Updating your GIS-Based Data Inventory to Ensure Better Storm Water Management 

• Discussing the role of GIS technology in evaluating and maintaining stormwater systems  
• Overview of GIS data capture and ensuring proper staff training  
•  Discussing applications of GIS for planning, forecasting and analyst 

Presentation by: Elite Road Supplies CO. – ECO and Partner 

Innovations in Water Management for Sustainable Urban Development  

• Effective efficient collection and reuse of rainfall.  
• Flood control through green spaces and infrastructure. 
• Using water to cool an urban environment.  
• AI-powered water system monitoring.  
• Design infrastructure for wastewater management. 

Dr. Hazem Gouda, Associate Professor of Engineering, University of Wollongong in Dubai 

Fireside Chat: Managing Clean Water & Wastewater in Mega Construction Projects 

• This session will bring together leading developers to explore how they manage water in the construction of high-rise buildings, the key factors they consider, and how their efforts are contributing to addressing water scarcity in Dubai and tackling climate change in the long term. 

Building Climate-Resilient Stormwater Systems: Insights from Abu Dhabi City’s Master Plan Case Study with 2040 Vision 

• Climate-Resilient Water Infrastructure: Designing and implementing water systems that can withstand extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and shifting precipitation patterns.  
• Risk Assessment and Forecasting: Using predictive models and data analytics to assess climate risks and plan for future water shortages or floods.  
• Sustainable Water Management Practices: Promoting water conservation, efficient use, and innovative solutions like wastewater reuse to protect water resources in a changing climate. 

Omar Habouch, Senior Project Manager, Idroesse Infrastructure – Middle East 

Innovating Water Sustainability with Desalination and Smart Tech

• Invest in advanced desalination technologies to tap lucrative opportunities.
• Optimize desalination and resource management with IoT and AI integration.
• Leverage digital tools to minimize water wastage and maximize efficiency.
• Address water scarcity and sustainability with innovative tech solutions.

Dr. Noora Almarzooqi, Senior Researcher Water Technologies (RSERC), Technology Innovation Institute

Fireside Chat: Managing Clean Water & Wastewater in Mega Construction Projects 

This session will bring together leading developers to explore how they manage water in the construction of high-rise buildings, the key factors they consider, and how their efforts are contributing to addressing water scarcity in Dubai and tackling climate change in the long term. 

Innovations in Water Treatment for Industrial Use 

• Using methods like membrane filtration and UV treatment to improve water quality and reduce consumption.  
• Extracting valuable resources from wastewater to minimize waste and support circular economies. 
• Optimizing water use and recycling in industrial processes to lower overall demand. 

Ropru Rangsivek, Design Manager – Program Governance Planning and Infrastructure,  Department of Municipalities & Transport 

Circular Water Economy and Wastewater Management  

• Unlocking the Circular Water Economy: Transforming Wastewater into a Valuable Resource. 
• Stormwater Reuse: Opportunities for Industrial and Agricultural Applications.  
• Policy Innovations to Promote Wastewater Reuse in Agriculture and Industry 

Islam Mohamad, Infrastructure Section Manager,  Ras Al Khaimah Municipality

Panel Discussion: Master Planning Stormwater Drainage Infrastructure in the GCC 

• Exclusive insight into stormwater current and future infrastructure development plans 
•  Realising the current infrastructure gap and meeting growing demands  
• Addressing response strategies undertaken by governments to ensure public safety 

Closing Remarks from Chairperson

Networking Lunch Break 

End Of Day One

day two main conference

WELCOME BACK REMARKS FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

Revolutionizing Water Management with IoT and AI

• Smart Monitoring: Using IoT sensors and AI analytics to track water usage, detect leaks, and optimize distribution systems in real time.
• Predictive Insights: Leveraging AI-driven forecasts to anticipate water demand, improve resource allocation, and mitigate risks related to scarcity or excess.
• Enhanced Conservation: Integrating digital tools to promote sustainable practices, reduce wastage, and ensure efficient water resource management.

Dr. Mohamed Dawoud, Senior Water Resources Advisor, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD)

Latest Techniques in Monitoring and Repairing Pipes and Pumps in your Stormwater System 

• Ensuring proper installation of pipes and joints to reduce operating costs 
• Utilising CCTV technology in detecting pipe leakages  
• Effectively repairing pipe leakages through the no-dig pipeline rehabilitation technique  
• Assessing new pump and valve technology that can increase efficiency and reduce operating costs 

Smart Water Management and Technological Innovation 

• Harnessing Smart Technologies: The Role of IoT, AI, and Data Analytics in Water Management.  
• Driving Digital Transformation in Water Systems for Efficiency and Sustainability.  
• Enhancing Wastewater Treatment: Advancements in Technology to Improve Efficiency and Cut Costs. 
• Innovative Solutions in Water Conservation: Pioneering Practices and Cutting-Edge Technologies. 

Dialogue:  Harvesting Rainwater, the Untapped Potential 

Presentation by: Elite Road Supplies CO. – ECO and Partner

The Role of Blockchain in Ensuring Transparency in Water Management 

• Using blockchain to track water usage, trading, and distribution, ensuring transparency in resource allocation.  
• Leveraging blockchain’s secure, decentralized nature to create tamper-proof records of water transactions and agreements.  
• Enabling efficient, transparent, and fair water trading systems with blockchain to optimize resource distribution across regions. 

Networking Tea Break 

Dialogue Session: ESG in the Water Services Industry: Opportunities and Challenges. 

• Understand the challenges of measuring ESG metrics and performance 
• Explore what ESG are, and its specific relevance to wastewater treatment 
• Discuss both opportunities and challenges in terms of ESG in water service industry 

Tamara Bajic, Associate Director, Strategy and Advisory, AESG

Case Study: Enhance Water Security and Establish a Strategic Reserve

• Highlight projects that ensure a reliable supply during emergencies or peak usage periods. 
• Example of project is the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR), the initiative aims to store excess desalinated water in natural aquifers. 
• Discuss if there are ongoing projects or completed projects that echo the same 

Urban and Coastal Water Management 

• Developing Smart Infrastructure for Urban Water Security in Rapidly Growing Cities. 
• Balancing Urban Growth with Sustainable Water Resource Management.  
• Protecting Coastal Waters: Strategies to Combat Pollution and Preserve Marine Ecosystems. 
• Sustainable Coastal Water Management: Cross-Border Collaboration for Marine Protection. 

Big Data Analytics for Smarter Water Systems

• Predictive Maintenance: Leveraging data analytics to identify potential issues in water infrastructure, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.  
• Optimized Resource Allocation: Using big data to analyze consumption patterns and improve the efficiency of water distribution networks.  
• Risk Mitigation: Employing predictive insights to forecast water demand, detect anomalies, and prepare for extreme weather events or resource shortages. 

Investing in Water Resilience: Unlocking Private Sector Opportunities  

• Identifying lucrative investments in sustainable water projects such as desalination, wastewater treatment, and smart water management systems.  
• Exploring how private companies can collaborate with governments and NGOs to drive innovation and investment in water resilience.  
• Assessing the potential for long-term profitability and risk mitigation through investments in water sustainability projects, including resource recovery and water reuse. 

Panel Discussion: Advancing Water Stewardship 

• Gain insights on how companies can achieve water positivity through replenishment strategies 
• Understand how water stewardship strategies are placed in companies and how they strive towards water positivity 

Moderator: Alicia Dauth, Water Assurance Technical Lead, Water Security Collective

Driving Public-Private Partnerships for Sustainable Water Infrastructure 

• Engaging private sector partners to co-finance large-scale water management and infrastructure projects 
• Identifying Innovative Financing Tools i.e. leveraging instruments like green bonds and sustainability-linked loans to attract private capital for water initiatives 
• Establishing shared accountability models that balance risk, ensure cost recovery, and promote long-term water security through effective public-private collaboration 

Closing Remarks by Chairperson

Networking Lunch

End of Summit