HYDRO 2026, organised by Aqua~Media International, will take place from 14–16 October 2026 at the Bologna Congress Center in Bologna, Italy. Recognised as one of the world’s leading international hydropower conferences and exhibitions, the event will bring together professionals from across the global hydropower, dams, and water resources sectors to exchange knowledge, showcase innovation, and discuss the future of sustainable hydropower.

Held under the theme “Adapting to Change – Embracing Opportunities”, the conference will address the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. The programme will cover a wide range of topics, including hydropower modernisation, pumped storage, dam safety, digitalisation, artificial intelligence, predictive maintenance, environmental sustainability, sediment management, and climate resilience. Technical sessions will also explore innovations in hydraulic machinery, electrical engineering, and small hydropower development.

In addition to the conference programme, HYDRO 2026 will feature an international exhibition with leading manufacturers, technology providers, engineering companies, and service suppliers from around the world. Training workshops before the conference and technical site visits afterwards will provide participants with valuable opportunities for professional development and networking.

Bologna, in northern Italy, is in a region which can be considered a ‘hydro hub’ of Europe, with Austria, Switzerland, France and Slovenia quite close by; and it is easily accessible from all parts of the world.

For more information: https://www.hydropower-dams.com/hydro-2026/#