WestMED and AIDARA desalination workshops at Accadueo | 7-8 Oct 2025 | Bologna
07 October 2025 - 09 October 2025

Accadueo Bologna 2025, taking place October 7–9 at BolognaFiere, is Italy’s leading international water exhibition, spotlighting innovations in water management, digital transformation, and climate resilience.
With over 400 companies and global delegations from countries like India, Morocco, and Saudi Arabia, the event fosters collaboration across civil and industrial sectors. Highlights include the new Utilities Hub, showcasing case studies and smart water systems powered by AI and IoT, reinforcing Bologna’s role as a Mediterranean hub for sustainable water solutions.
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WestMED will host two key sessions at Accadueo Bologna 2025 in collaboration with AIDARA, focusing on desalination and sustainability challenges in the Mediterranean and European regions.
Session 1 (Languages EN, IT)
The European and Mediterranean scenario of desalination, in light of sustainability and circularity challenges
October 7, 2025 | 15:30 – 17:00 | Sala Goccia, Hall 25, BolognaFiere
- Strategic insights into desalination as a driver of water resilience
- Updates on Italy’s renewed focus on desalination technology and infrastructure
- An international roundtable featuring experts from Morocco, UAE, Libya, and Italy
- Presentations on platforms and initiatives promoting sustainable desalination, including agricultural applications and circular water use
Speakers include representatives from ministries, academia, and engineering firms, with moderation by Silvio Oliva, President of AIDARA, and contributions from Leonardo Manzari of the WestMED Initiative.
Session 2 (Language IT)
Water Positive: Innovation and Efficiency in Water Treatment
October 8, 2025 | 10:00 to 12:30 in Sala Acqua (Hall 26).
This session will spotlight international trends and case studies that illustrate how industries are embracing water efficiency and resilience.
Featured Speakers:
- – Silvio Oliva (AIDARA)
- – Daniele Strongone (Water Positive Think Tank)
- – Cristian Chiavetta (ENEA)
- – Benedetta Brioschi (The European House Ambrosetti)
- – Representatives from Philip Morris Italia, SUEZ Italia, and Stantec (TBD)


