Cities are expanding, networks are ageing, and budgets must prove value. That is why the future of water supply and next-generation water supply technologies sit at the centre of project planning across CIS countries, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia. Aquaflame Expo brings engineers, procurement teams, and distributors into one hall to examine live systems, compare data, and build trusted partnerships. 

Understand Eurasian Demand And Regulatory Drivers

The region’s pipeline of municipal and industrial projects is reshaping expectations for performance, safety, and resilience. Buyers need evidence that new systems will cut leakage, stabilise water quality, and simplify compliance. Frameworks matter here. The World Health Organization (WHO) champions Water Safety Plans that assess risk from catchment to consumer, then set monitoring and improvement steps that protect public health. Adopting this approach brings clarity to specifications and handover.

Risk management does not stop at the treatment plant. Duty holders must also manage building-side risks. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Approved Code of Practice L8 sets out how organisations should control Legionella in hot and cold water systems, from risk assessment to monitoring and record-keeping. For project engineers, aligning proposals to L8 avoids costly redesign later and reduces operational exposure for clients.

Track Smart Networks And Digital Monitoring

Utilities and large campuses are moving faster on data-led operations. Sensors, telemetry, and analytics give real-time visibility of pressure, flow, and quality. That visibility shortens fault-finding and guides maintenance crews to the right assets first. For portfolio owners, a connected network supports better demand forecasting and more stable service levels across the year.

When preparing for meetings at the show, it helps to decide in advance what you want to see on screen. Ask vendors to demonstrate alarm logic, change logs, and data export into existing dashboards. If a Building Management System (BMS) is involved, confirm protocols and user access rights during commissioning.

Advance Water Efficiency And Conservation Strategies

Many procurement teams now treat water efficiency and energy savings as a single brief. Efficient pumps, pressure management, and district metering reduce water loss while cutting electricity use. On industrial sites, heat recovery and process-water reuse can deliver quick wins where duty cycles are predictable. Municipal clients look for pipe materials and jointing systems that hold performance over decades, not just during year one.

To keep conversations sharp, bring a short list of decision filters. Here is a simple starting point that works for both municipal and industrial contexts:
 

• Lifecycle Costing: Request energy use at duty points, maintenance intervals, and spares lead times.
   
• Integration: Confirm data formats, cybersecurity basics, and remote support arrangements.
   
• Compliance: Associate with the WHO Water Safety Plan principles and local codes to simplify approvals.
   
• Handover: check training plans, commissioning documentation, and performance test procedures.

Upgrade Treatment And Purification Approaches

The treatment plant is evolving quickly. High-selectivity membranes, ultraviolet disinfection, and advanced oxidation now appear in more compact footprints, which helps smaller utilities and private operators. The focus is not only on removal efficiency. Operators also want easier cleaning regimes and steady performance under variable raw-water quality.

Designers in buildings have their own responsibilities. Guidance from the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) covers public health and plumbing engineering practice, helping teams coordinate pipe sizing, materials, backflow prevention, and water quality controls. Referencing recognised guidance speeds consultant reviews and reduces site clashes during installation.

Build Resilient Infrastructure For Climate Adaptation

Floods, droughts, and seasonal peaks are testing networks across the region. The most resilient projects are those that plan for storage, flexible sources, and modular treatment, allowing for scaling without rewriting the entire master plan. In distribution, district zoning and pressure control help protect assets during shock events and speed recovery when incidents occur.

For owners, resilience translates to continuity of service and predictable operating costs. For contractors, it reduces site rework and warranty calls. That is why resilience discussions sit alongside technology choices at the Expo table.

Translate Trends Into Tangible Project Outcomes

Visitors want more than a product tour, they want to see how water supply technologies translate into operational and commercial results. On the floor, it is practical to compare energy use curves, sample maintenance schedules, and commissioning checklists across suppliers. Procurement teams can then map trade-offs between capital cost and service life without waiting weeks for separate site meetings.

Manufacturers also gain from direct feedback. Face-to-face time with project engineers helps refine offers for local climates and installation practices. Those insights feed the next bid round and shorten cycles from enquiry to contract.

Turn Insights Into Contracts At Aquaflame Expo

Aquaflame welcomed 29,000+ professional visitors and 700+ exhibitors at the latest edition, which makes it a powerful place to validate solutions in the water supply equipment market and benchmark specifications across real projects. For engineers and buyers, the most meaningful advancement in water supply systems comes when technology, commissioning practice, and operational discipline meet in the same room. 

Submit an Aquaflame expo enquiry to discuss stand options and plan your visit to organise meetings that convert interest into contracts.