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Saudi Water Partnership Company Forum

  • 2-3 NOVEMBER 2025
  • FOUR SEASONS HOTEL RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA

EMPOWERING PARTNERSHIPS FOR A SUSTAINABLE WATER FUTURE

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ABOUT Saudi Water Partnership Company

The Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) is a government-owned entity under the Ministry of Finance. It leads the development and tendering of water infrastructure projects—such as desalination, wastewater treatment, water transmission systems, and strategic storage—through public-private partnerships. SWPC also serves as the primary off-taker of all water types across Saudi Arabia, working with both public and private sector partners to ensure sustainable water supply and national water security.

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ABOUT Saudi Water Partnership Company FORUM

The Saudi Water Partnership Company Forum is a two-day event scheduled for 2-3 November 2025 at the Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh. The Forum’s objective is to encourage collaboration among key stakeholders in the water sector. It will provide a platform for sharing best practices, gathering industry feedback, optimizing and improving various aspects to assure sustainability of the water sector not only in Saudi Arabia but also in the MENA region as well. This gathering is intended to facilitate meaningful dialogue and strategic partnerships, ensuring that all voices within the sector are heard and their insights utilized for continuous improvement. The Forum is an event extended to select industry leaders, government officials, corporate executives, and key stakeholders. This gathering ensures a focused and high-level dialogue, fostering meaningful connections and actionable insights.

What to expect at the SWPC FORUM 2025

PPP Project Outlook
Presentation on ongoing and future PPP water infrastructure projects including desalination, transmission, storage and sewage
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Strategic Partnerships
Opportunities to form alliances with key industry players. Networking sessions designed to connect potential partners.
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Exhibition
Showcase of the latest innovations, technologies, and solutions in the water sector. Opportunity to meet and network with leading international and local water project developers and advanced technology owners.
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Stakeholder Engagement
Detailed discussions on industry best practices including procurement, contract management, construction, and legalization.
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Investment Opportunities
Exploration of investment prospects in the water sectors. Guidance on participating in SWPC’s tendering processes.
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Forum Snapshots

Speakers

SPONSORS

EXHIBITORS

MEDIA PARTNERS

Strategic Partner

Supporting Partner & Key Intelligence Partner

Hospitality Partner

Event Agenda

Timing
Agenda
9:00- 9:20
Registration and Official Opening of the Forum
9:20- 9:23
National Anthem of Saudi Arabia
9:23 – 9:25
Recitation of the Holy Quran
9:25 -9:28
Introduction
9:28 – 9:35
Opening Ceremony Show
9:35 – 9:40
Opening Ceremony Video
9:40 – 9:45
SWPC Opening Remarks
9:45 – 9:50
Water Sector Remarks
(His Excellency President of Saudi Water Authority)
9:50 – 9:55
Privatization Sector Remarks
(His Excellency Chief Executive Officer of The National Center for Privatization & PPP)
9:55 – 10:10
Headline Sponsor Presentation
10:10 – 10:25
Diamond Sponsor Presentation
10:25 – 10:40
Diamond Sponsor Presentation
10:40 – 10:55
Awards for Sponsors
10:55 – 11:50
High Level Panel Discussion 1:
Water Security and
Future Challenges Governance, Policies, and the Role of Institutional Partnerships

Discussion Topics:

• The concept of water security and its role in national policies.
• Good governance as a means for effective resource management.
• Legislative and regulatory challenges in the water sector.
• The role of institutional partnerships and integration among entities.
• Strategic planning to ensure sustainable water security.
11:50 – 12:00
Exhibition Opening
12:00 – 12:30
Prayer Break
12:30 – 1:15
High Level Panel Discussion 2:
Best Practices for Lead off takers in the GCC

Discussion Topics:

• Cooperation areas in water and desalination projects.
• Exploring opportunities for integration in infrastructure, finance, and innovation.
• Exploring Strategies to Enhance Investment.
• Discussing challenges and proposing solutions.
• Future initiatives to enhance water cooperation.
1:15 – 2:00
Session 3:
The Private Sector as an Effective Player
in Enhancing the Efficiency and Cost of Water Projects

Discussion Topics:

• Showcasing Successful Models for Cost Reduction through Partnerships with
the Private Sector.
• Financing and Operational Challenges in Water Projects.
• Opportunities to Enhance Efficiency and Sustainability through Innovation
and Technologies.
• Challenges in Adopting Modern Technologies.
• Readiness of the Local Market to Embrace Advanced Technologies in Water
Projects.
2:00 – 2:50
Keynote Presentation “Designing Successful Partnerships in Water Projects”
2:50 – 3:30
Prayer Break & Lunch
5:00
End of the First Day
Timing
Agenda
9:10 – 9:15
Recap Video for First Day
9:15 – 10:00
Panel Discussion 4:

Prospects of Islamic Financing in Water Projects

Discussion Topics:

• Advantages of Islamic finance in the water sector.
• Suitable Islamic financing mechanisms for water projects.
• Key challenges to scaling up Islamic financing.
• The Role of partnerships in attracting Islamic capital.
• Expanding Islamic finance in water projects (policies and investment opportunities).
10:00 – 10:40
Platinum Sponsors presentation 
10:40 – 11:25
Panel Discussion 5:
Stimulating and Attracting Investment in the Water Sector

Discussion Topics:

• Global investors’ perspectives on water projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Financial and commercial tools that enhance investment attractiveness.
• Challenges of entering the Saudi market and how to overcome them.
• The importance of transparency and competitiveness in procurement and awarding
processes.
11:25 – 12:15
Panel Discussion 6:

Sustainable Desalination and Renewable Energy Use

Discussion Topics:

. The importance of renewable energy
and wind in reducing the operational costs of desalination plants.
. Successful local and global models of integrating renewable energy into desalination.
. Operational and economic challenges in the transition toward clean energy.
. Differences between solar energy and other renewable energy sources in
operating desalination plants.
. Recent innovations in low-energy, low-water consumption desalination technologies.
. Reverse osmosis as an advanced technological option to
achieve net zero and reduce emissions.
. The role of public-private partnerships in accelerating the integration of
renewable energy into desalination projects.
12:15 – 12:45
Keynote Presentation “Legal Framework for Public-Private Partnerships”
12:45 – 1:05
Prayer Break
1:05 – 1:35
Keynote Presentation “The Saudi Water Partnerships Company’s Experience in Implementing Public-Private Partnership Models from Planning to Implementation”
1:35 – 2:05
Keynote Presentation “Providing Services in the Field of Privatization”
2:05 – 3:00
Break & Lunch
3:00 – 3:30
Workshop “Contractor Empowerment Workshop”
3:30 – 4:00
Workshop “Sharakah Training Program”
4:00 – 4:30
Workshop “Sahaba Training Program”
6:00
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PPP Project Outlook:

Presentation on ongoing and future PPP water infrastructure projects including desalination, transmission, storage and sewage

Strategic Partnerships:

Opportunities to form alliances with key industry players. Networking sessions designed to connect potential partners.

Exhibition:

Showcase of the latest innovations, technologies, and solutions in the water sector. Opportunity to meet and network with leading international and local water project developers and advanced technology owners.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Detailed discussions on industry best practices including procurement, contract management, construction, and legalization.

Investment Opportunities:

Exploration of investment prospects in the water sectors. Guidance on participating in SWPC’s tendering processes.

KEY SWPC FORUM ELEMENTS

SWPC Concurrent Workshops

A series of specialized workshops tailored to different sectors within the water industry will be held for providing the region’s water sector senior executives with deep dives into specific domains.

Panel Discussions

The Forum’s panel discussions serve as valuable platforms for knowledge dissemination, collaboration, policy development, and knowledge share to advance water resilience and sustainability goals.

Exhibition Space

An exhibition area will feature the latest innovations, technologies, and solutions in the water sector, offering attendees the opportunity to explore new products, services, and advancements that can drive the industry forward.

Forum SWPC Opening

The event will commence with a keynote address and inauguration from SWPC, setting the tone for the forum by highlighting the strategic importance of sustainable water management and the role of collaboration.

REGISTRATION

We would like to inform you that online registration for the event is now closed.

  • The registration for the forum will open soon.

AGENDA

 FORUM AGENDA

08:00 – 09:20

Registration Open for SWPC Forum

09:00 – 09:40

Registration Open for SWPC Forum

09:40 – 09:45

H.E SWA President Opening Remarks

09:45 – 10:25

Opening Remarks by SWPC

10:25 – 10:40

Sponsors Recognition and Appreciation

10:40 – 11:15

Innovation Session 

11:15 – 12:15

Networking Coffee Break & Prayer

12:15 – 12:45

MoU Signing Ceremony

12:45 – 13:30

Panel Discussion 1

13:30 – 14:15

Panel Discussion 2

14:15 – 15:30

Lunch Break and Prayer

15:30 – 17:00

Workshops

 AWARD CEREMONY AGENDA 

17:00 – 19:00

 Registration for Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner

19:00 – 19:15

Opening Remarks

19:15 – 19:30

 Opening Remarks by Eng. Khaled Al Qureshi, CEO, Saudi Water Partnership Company

19:30 – 20:00

 Awards Category Announcement

20:00 – 20:30

Award Ceremony & Recognition

21:30 – 20:30

Gala dinner

Saudi Water Partnership Company Team

Mane Muhaya

Forum Executive Director

  • m.muhaya@swpc.sa
  • +966555759687

Ahmed Alghammas

Forum Manager

  • a.alghammas@swpc.sa
  • +966504101520

Hussam Alqahtani

Forum Manager

  • h.alqahtani@swpc.sa
  • +966533360666

Majed Alharbi

Forum Manager

  • m.alharbi@swpc.sa
  • +966501777745

Organizing Team

Badr Turkustani

Project Manager

  • badr@moderndesignexpo.com
  • +966564033207

Ward Moussa

 Marketing Manager

  • ward@moderndesignexpo.com
  • +966549555745

Duaa Mohammed

Sponsorship Manager

  • duaa@moderndesignexpo.com
  • +966551077421

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