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Water Philippines 2013 - "Water is life"

2013-03-20 18:42 5215
 
 

REACHING NEW HEIGHTS - a 40% increase in booth space!

PASAY CITY, Philippines, March 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Following its success in 2011, the Philippines' No.1 International Water, Sanitation Industrial Wastewater & Purification Event - the Water Philippines 2013 Expo - will return to the SMX Convention Center  in Manila from 20 - 22 March 2013.

Opening Ceremony of Water Philippines 2013 Expo & Conference; from left Mr. Edgar C.Lopez, President of Philippines Water Works Association (PWWA), Hon. Benigno Paulo
Opening Ceremony of Water Philippines 2013 Expo & Conference; from left Mr. Edgar C.Lopez, President of Philippines Water Works Association (PWWA), Hon. Benigno Paulo "BAM" Aquino, Former Chairman of the National Youth Commission of the Philippines (NYCP) and current Senatorial candidate of the Liberal Party and Ms. Eliane van Doorn, International Director, UBM BE

2nd edition of Water Philippines is now open from 20 - 22 March 2013 at SMX Convention Centre, Pasay City, Manila Philippines
2nd edition of Water Philippines is now open from 20 - 22 March 2013 at SMX Convention Centre, Pasay City, Manila Philippines

"We are excited to see Water Philippines establish itself as the most important event for the water industry in the Philippines," said Mr M. Gandhi, Managing Director (ASEAN Business) for UBM Asia. "After only its 2nd edition, the event has grown by 40%. The 2013 exhibition will showcase over 316 companies from 28 countries and there will be seven national pavilions featured at this year's great event."

The 2013 exhibition is once again being hosted by the Philippines Water Works Association (PWWA) with the full endorsement of the Philippine's government, and industry professionals. The show is set to surpass its previous record  and  welcome over 8,000 industry professionals. 

"I am confident that this year's exhibition will repeat the major successes of the past Water Philippines Expositions as it promises to be bigger, establishing global ties between overseas and domestic exhibitors, and providing various opportunities and updates to all, professionals , traders, importers, exporters, technology manufacturers, industrialists, consultants, engineers and industry experts, buyers and enthusiasts on the latest technological advances and industry needs," said Hon. Rogelio L. Singson, Secretary, The Department of Public Works and Highway, Republic of the Philippines.

"It is for this reason that we welcome events like the Water Philippines 2013 Expo. The event's primary objectives of showcasing the latest technologies and trends in the water and wastewater industries parallel the drive by Department of Health to provide potable water systems to waterless municipalities and establish sustainable sanitation," said Hon. Enrique T. Ona, M. D, Secretary, The Department of Health, Republic of the Philippines.

SEMINARS & CONFERENCES TOO!

An international conference and technology seminar will be held alongside Water Philippines 2013 with the aim of helping participants find solutions to a variety of water problems. Youth Leader and Senatoriable Benigno Paulo " Bam" Aquino will be  the primary guest of honour and keynote speaker at the opening of  the  event which will also feature the Philippines Water Works Association ( PWWA) International Conference.

"The PWWA is pleased to organise the PWWA International conference in conjunction with the Water Philippines 2013 Expo," said Mr. Edgar C. Lopez, President of the Philippines Water Works Association (PWWA). "We are expecting over 700 delegates from around the country to attend. Our theme will be: 'Sustainability of Water Resources and Environmental Solutions for Climate Change'. The conference will discuss current issues and global practices for the betterment of the water industry in the Philippines."

The Water Philippines 2013 Expo will be top professional trade event that will present a unique opportunity for companies in the water and wastewater industry to advance their business through multiple networking opportunities. Businesses will also be able to inspect the latest technology and learn about new ideas that will help them keep pace with market developments. The show provides a perfect opportunity to contact new customers under one roof, thereby saving time and travel.

Please visit the Water Philippines 2013 Expo at www.waterphilippinesexpo.com for further details.

Exhibition: The Philippines' No.1 International Water, Sanitation Industrial Wastewater & Purification Event
Show date: 20- 22 March 2013
Venue: SMX Convention Centre, Pasay City

Notes to Editors:

1. About UBM Asia (www.ubmasia.com)

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