DETAILS
Dates: May 18-20, 2027
Location: Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa, R. do Ten. Valadim 146, 4100-476 Porto, Portugal
Theme: “Connected Resilience: Transforming Complexity into Capability”
Access: Early-bird rates available until December 18, with an 80% discount for SWAN members.
Lead Utility Partner: Águas e Energia do Porto
OVERVIEW
Join the leading, global smart water event, the SWAN 17th Annual Conference taking place May 18-20, 2027 in Porto.
The Conference will begin with a full day of interactive workshops, followed by a day focused on strategic industry trends with an evening drinks reception. The third day will feature technical tracks showcasing the latest innovations, technologies, and real-world applications in smart water.
This year, we are excited to introduce a new industrial track, masterclass sessions, and “Fail Fest.” Stay tuned for utility study tour details on May 21st.
Announcing our call for speaker abstracts
Deadline: December 4, 2026
80 discounted rooms available
Enjoy early bird rates until December 18, 2026
10% Member discount
Confirmed Sponsors and Partners
What Attendees say
The conference struck the perfect balance of meaningful relationships, deep learning, thoughtful conversations, and genuine fun. It wasn’t just another conference, but a global community of people who are curious, generous with their knowledge, and committed to helping one another move the industry forward.
From the SWAN Conference, Central San came away with a number of really high value contacts and topics to follow up on in the near future, directly relevant to our current challenges and strategic initiatives.
SWAN provides an amazing platform and purpose-driven community to engage and connect with a global network of people driving the water and sanitation smart water agenda.
An ideal setting to meet like-minded people, sharing the vision of what a Smart Water Network could be. I go to hear the latest trends to help shape my smart water strategy.
The Conference speakers are highly informative, the attendees are both collaborative and engaging. It’s a great, global event driving the water industry forward.
Have a question? Reach out to Shayna Ramboz: shayna@swan-forum.com
