تحت رعاية معالي وزير البيئة و المياه و الزراعة
المهندس عبد الرحمن بن عبد المحسن الفضلي
Under the patronage of His Excellency
The Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen AlFadley
Join the Kingdom’s only event dedicated to waste, water and environmental technology
Under the patronage of H.E. Eng. Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley, Minister of Environment, Water & Agriculture, IFAT makes its inaugural debut in Saudi Arabia.
IFAT Saudi Arabia, the world’s leading environmental technology trade fair, debuts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Organized by dmg events and licensed by Messe München, and partnering with the National Center for Waste Management (MWAN) as founding and strategic partner.
With $112bn in private investment allocated to waste and $80bn to water projects, Saudi Arabia offers significant opportunities for solution providers seeking environmental impact and economic returns. This strategic platform enables professionals to develop business, exchange expertise, and network across waste management, water solutions, recycling, and circular economy strategies.
Accelerate your business growth in 2026
Legacy
IFAT Saudi Arabia is backed by over half a century of leadership in environmental technology fairs, rooted in the original IFAT Munich – a globally respected brand. Exhibitors benefit from this strong, well-established reputation.
Exposure
The event attracts over 18,000 industry buyers from across sectors, offering exposure to a deeply qualified and cross-border audience.
Market access
With billions in public-private investments, regulatory reform, and mega-projects actively sourcing global innovation, there’s never been a more strategic moment to enter the Kingdom.
Leads
With strong government participation and the backing of MWAN, exhibitors will have the opportunity to connect with key decision-makers driving the Kingdom’s green transformation.
Meet your target audience and grow your business in Saudi Arabia
Download the event brochure to deep dive into the event and discover more about the sectors, audience, exhibitors and Saudi Arabia’s booming water and waste ecosystem.
Why Saudi Arabia?
Rapid industrialization, population growth and urban development have made waste management a top priority for the government in Saudi Arabia. With over 110 million tons of waste generated annually, effective solutions are imperative.
The government’s proactive measures present great opportunities for waste management solution providers and customers, offering both environmental and lucrative economic benefits for the waste management companies.
tons of waste to be
treated by 2035
(Source: Arab news)
of waste diverted
into the productionchain by 2035(Source: Bloomberg)
recycling firms
by 2035(Source: Zawya)
invested in 65 waste
management initiatives(Source: Fast Company)
circular economy focused
assets are managedby Public Equity Fund(Source: Bloomberg)
Showcase products that are high in demand
Our visitors are on a mission to find the best solutions and environmental technologies. It’s your chance to engage and connect with potential buyers who are eager to explore your products in these categories.
Water and sewage treatment
Water supply and sewerage systems
Mechanical engineering and plant engineering in water management
Digitalization Water
Solid waste management and recycling
Generating energy from waste materials
Energy efficiency technologies, services and products
Decontamination of old sites / soil treatment
Air pollution control and noise reduction
Measuring, control and laboratory technology
Environment management and services
Science, research, technology transfer
Connect with local and regional buyers from the below industries:
The event offers an exclusive platform to showcase your products and solutions to key buyers and decision-makers in Saudi Arabia’s environmental sector.
Saudi Arabia is actively addressing the challenges of waste management
The Kingdom currently generates over 110 million tonnes of waste annually. In response, IFAT Saudi Arabia aligns with these efforts by addressing evolving market trends and offering advanced solutions that integrate environmental technologies into viable business opportunities. Supporting this vision, MWAN’s master plan outlines a comprehensive portfolio of investment opportunities across the Kingdom.
Shape the future of water infrastructure
IFAT Saudi Arabia is the fastest and the most efficient platform to scale your brand into Saudi Arabia’s developing water sector. It offers environmental technology solution providers a unique opportunity to support the local market’s development while aligning with Saudi Arabia’s long-term investment vision. With over $80bn allocated to critical water infrastructure projects, the government is placing water security at the heart of its sustainability agenda, making now the perfect time to engage.
IFAT Saudi Arabia 2026 Advisory Board
Executive Director - Corporate Communication
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Sultan Al Harthi
Executive Director - Corporate Communication
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Senior Advisor
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Osama Taha
Senior Advisor
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Chief Executive Officer
International Water Distribution Co. (Tawzea)
Mohammed Halawani
Chief Executive Officer
International Water Distribution Co. (Tawzea)
Director – Desalination & Brine Innovation Solutions
Neom
Dr. Ahmed Alamoudi
Director – Desalination & Brine Innovation Solutions
Neom
Chief Planning Officer
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC)
Eng. Amer Alrajiba
Chief Planning Officer
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC)
Access the latest show and industry news
Saudi Arabia announces $32bn waste and recycling plan, aims to create 100,000 jobs
Saudi Arabia has announced major recycling and waste management plans in the Kingdom.
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Inaugural IFAT Saudi Arabia opens tomorrow in Riyadh spotlighting innovations in waste, recycling and water
IFAT Saudi Arabia opens for its debut edition tomorrow at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center.
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Saudi Arabia announces $32bn waste and recycling plan, aims to create 100,000 jobs
Saudi Arabia has announced major recycling and waste management plans in the Kingdom.
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Inaugural IFAT Saudi Arabia opens tomorrow in Riyadh spotlighting innovations in waste, recycling and water
IFAT Saudi Arabia opens for its debut edition tomorrow at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center.
Read MoreIFAT Saudi Arabia Summit
Transforming Waste & Water for Saudi Arabia’s Sustainable Future
This strategic summit brings together leaders from Saudi Arabia’s public and private sectors to accelerate innovation and collaboration in the waste and water industries.
Meet the IFAT Saudi Arabia Summit speakers from government ministries, regulatory authorities, industry innovators and sustainability pioneers, the summit offers insights and strategies tailored to Saudi Arabia’s sustainability goals.
Date: 26 January 2026 | 4pm – 9pm
Venue: Hall 4, Theatre
IFAT Saudi Arabia Summit 2026 Speakers
Regional Director for Sustainable Development – Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan
The World Bank
Meskerem Brhane
Regional Director for Sustainable Development – Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan
The World Bank
Director - Resources and Waste Management
Confidential
Basem Abu Sneineh
Director - Resources and Waste Management
Confidential
Advisor to the Group Chairman and Independent Board Member, Alserkal Group of Companies
Member - UAE Circular Economy Council, Member - UAEIIC
His Excellency Maher Al Kaabi
Advisor to the Group Chairman and Independent Board Member, Alserkal Group of Companies
Member - UAE Circular Economy Council, Member - UAEIIC
Chief Technology Officer
GI Aqua Tech
Fahad Mahmoud Al-Fahhad
Chief Technology Officer
GI Aqua Tech
Chief Executive Officer
International Water Distribution Co. (TAWZEA)
Mohamed Halawani
Chief Executive Officer
International Water Distribution Co. (TAWZEA)
Executive Director of Business Development for Energy, Industry and Infrastructure
Local Content and Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA)
Rashid Hamad Rashid Alkhanhal
Executive Director of Business Development for Energy, Industry and Infrastructure
Local Content and Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA)
Deputy Minister for Water
Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, KSA (MEWA)
His Excellency Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Shibani
Deputy Minister for Water
Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, KSA (MEWA)
Water Sector Director
Ministry of Investment (MISA)
Ashraf M. Khayat
Water Sector Director
Ministry of Investment (MISA)
Sector Planning Director
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Sulaiman A. AlAmro
Sector Planning Director
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Deputy President for Branches
Saudi Water Authority (SWA)
Mohsen Al-Salmi
Deputy President for Branches
Saudi Water Authority (SWA)
Chief Planning Officer
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC)
Engr Amer Alrajiba
Chief Planning Officer
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC)
Vice President of Operations
Saudi Irrigation Organization (SIO)
Engr Sufyan M. Bouday
Vice President of Operations
Saudi Irrigation Organization (SIO)
Chief Operation and Maintenance Officer
Water Transmission Company (WTCO)
Engr Ayman Rahbini
Chief Operation and Maintenance Officer
Water Transmission Company (WTCO)
Vice President of Operation Technologies
National Water Company (NWC)
Engr Bander Alharbi
Vice President of Operation Technologies
National Water Company (NWC)
Senior Advisor
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
Osama Taha
Senior Advisor
National Center for Waste Management (MWAN)
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Founding and Strategic Partner: MWAN
The National Center for Waste Management (MWAN), established by Council of Ministers Decree No. 457 (April 17, 2019) as the Regulator of the waste sector in Saudi Arabia with a mandate that covers all waste steams (except nuclear and military wastes) and emphasizes the promotion of private investment. The New Waste Management Law (Law No. M/3 – August 11, 2021) further confirmed the role of MWAN in leading the national transformation of the waste sector based on circular economy principles.
Through solid legislation, licensing, strategic planning and robust oversight, MWAN is creating the foundation that ensures sustainable, efficient, and innovative waste infrastructure and management across Saudi Arabia.
As the Strategic Partner with Messe München and dmg events, MWAN and the water regulators in Saudi Arabia are fully supporting the launch of IFAT Saudi Arabia 2026, reinforcing the Kingdom’s leadership in adopting new environmental technologies and showcasing its commitment to sustainable development and investment in the waste and water sectors.
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As one of the world’s leading trade fair organizers, Messe München presents the world of tomorrow at around 90 trade fairs worldwide. These include twelve of the world’s leading trade fairs such as bauma, BAU, IFAT and electronica. Messe München’s portfolio comprises trade fairs for capital and consumer goods, as well as for new technologies. Together with its 1,300 employees in the group and associated companies, it organizes trade fairs in China, India, Brazil, South Africa, Türkiye, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Thailand and the USA. With an international network of affiliated companies and foreign representatives, Messe München is active worldwide. Each year, more than 150 events attract around 50,000 exhibitors and around three million visitors in Germany and abroad. This makes Messe München an important economic engine that generates billions in purchasing power.
dmg events has been shaping Saudi Arabia’s event landscape since 2011, with offices in Riyadh and Jeddah. As organizers of some of the largest events in the Kingdom and the world – including Big 5 Construct Saudi, ADIPEC, Big 5 Global, INDEX Exhibition and the Saudi Food Show – we bring unmatched market knowledge, expertise and global influence.
Supported by offices in Riyadh and Jeddah, we connect global interest with local demand, facilitating business connections, driving innovation and bringing together world-class speakers and solution-driven workshops to address the Kingdom’s most important topics. Committed to Saudi Arabia’s future, we work closely with public and private stakeholders to create impactful events that support national growth and transformation. Find out more at www.dmgevents.com/saudi.
