1. 1 MARCH 28-31, 2017 WASSER BERLIN INTERNATIONAL

2. 2 THE BIG PICTURE The global population is rapidly growing. The amount of available water remains unchanged. Eating behaviors are changing significantly. More meat requires more water. Climate change is unstoppable. Water is becoming a threat.

3. 3 THE BIG PICTURE The annual investment demand in the global water industry is between €400 and €500 billion* Water is a global task! * Source: Study by DB Research http://www.handelsblatt.com/finanzen/maerkte/aktien/wasser-investieren-in-den-rohstoff-der- zukunft/3410238.html

4. 4 CAPITAL OF WATER MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE Waterworks Sewage treatment plant Treated wastewater discharge point Surface water processing plant Water protection zone Body of water

5. 5 Basic research 8 universities and colleges CAPITAL OF WATER MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE Practical application Berlin Waterworks Applied research 11 research institutions Technology 32 companies

6. 6 WASSER BERLIN INTERNATIONAL  Trade Fair and Congress for Water Management  The only specialized international marketing platform in Germany focusing on water management BASIC CONCEPT Frequency:Every two years Duration:Four days (Tuesday to Friday) Venue:Berlin ExpoCenter City, Messe Berlin

7. 7 IMPLEMENTATION CONCEPT

8. 8 EXCLUSIVE FOCUS ON ALL ASPECTS OF WATER MANAGEMENT!

9. 9 Segmente mit Fachsymposien Specialized symposia in the following segments: 1.WATER EXTRACTION 2.WATER INFRASTRUCTURE 3.FLOOD MANAGEMENT / FLOOD PROTECTION SEGMENTS WITH SPECIALIZED SYMPOSIA

10. 10 Specialized symposium:  Well boring  Organized by German Assoc. of Companies in the Water and Gas and Water Supply Industry (figawa e.V.) SEGMENTS WITH SPECIALIZED SYMPOSIA WATER EXTRACTION topics:  Well boring  Drilling technology

11. 11 WATER INFRASTRUCTURE topics:  Water distribution  Construction services / NO DIG  Wastewater transport SEGMENTS WITH SPECIALIZED SYMPOSIA Specialized symposium:  International Pipeline Symposium / NO DIG Berlin  Organizer: German Society for Trenchless Technology (GSTT e.V.) / ILBS INTERNATIONAL PIPELINE SYMPOSIUM

12. 12 Specialized symposia: FLOOD MANAGEMENT Dutch Embassy / WASSER BERLIN Association FLOOD MANAGEMENT topics: Flood control/protection Groundwater monitoring Water engineering Disater management SEGMENTS WITH SPECIALIZED SYMPOSIA

13. 13 OPENING CEREMONY The successful opening ceremony in the Marshallhaus with a large number of political representatives will be continued.

14. 14 Center stage Organized and managed by the WASSER BERLIN Association, the Congress is integrated into the trade exhibition as a stand- alone hall forum. Compact Brief two-hour sessions focus on topical issues in business, industry and science. Free of charge The Congress is included in the trade show ticket. CONGRESS

15. 15 Blue Planet  Political segment of the WBI Congress Joint partners  Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUB)  Berlin Senate Administration for Economic Affairs, Technology and Research  Messe Berlin GmbH Project management  German Water Partnership e.V. CONGRESS

16. 16 Schaustelle Wasser Berlin International Direct insights into practical applications  Bus tours to innovative construction projects  Offers participants a close-up look at modern pipeline and system construction  Organized under the guidance of the Berlin Waterworks SCHAUSTELLE WASSER BERLIN INTERNATIONAL

17. 17 Career opportunities in water management  For students and young professionals  Detailed information focusing on career opportunities in water management  Job center  Numerous presentations CAREER DAY

18. 18 Interactive exhibition – Experiment, discover, research. This is where the next generation can have fun learning about the significance of water as a resource. WASsERLEBEN

19. 19 Energy production EXHIBITOR BUSINESS SECTORS Water treatmentSewage/wastewater treatment Water distribution Wastewater transport Construction services / NO DIG Water extraction Energy efficiency / Measuring, regulating and analysis technology Quality assurance / Science / Research IT services Industrial water use Flood management

20. 20 Skilled trades TRADE VISITOR BUSINESS SECTORS MunicipalitiesUtilities IndustryPipeline construction/civil engineering Engineering/architecture Waste disposal Administration / Public authority / Govt. ministry University / College / Institute Retail

21. 21 Guided Tours: Product-specific tours available for delegations and trade visitors. OTHER ACTIONS Speakers' Corner : Exhibitors are invited to present their products and services in the center of the exhibition hall. Board Meeting Area: This is where members of the WASSER BERLIN Association can stage assemblies/conduct meetings. Standard AV equipment is included in the rental fee. Match-Making: Exhibitors can seek out joint venture partners as part of the Water Business Days.

22. 22 Expansion of the successful Ambassador Day NEW ACTIONS New communication tools with social media More integration of advisory council and association Involvement of Berlin policymakers Integration of a start-up area Build international scope through targeted new business campaigns in selected countries Development of an Iranian Day incl. match-making and conference program

23. 23 Partner hotels with special rates SERVICES Travel arrangements Special offers from Deutsche Bahn and Lufthansa Shuttle service Free airport shuttle service between Berlin/Tegel and partner hotels

24. 24 Trade fair March 28-31, 2017 Hours Tuesday – Thursday 9:00 – 18:00h Friday 9:00 – 16:00h DATES AND CONDITIONS Participation fees Fees country pavilion 149.00/m² up to 15 January 2016 158.00/m² up to 15 July 2016 175.00/m² from 16 July 2016

25. 25 Exclusive focus on all aspects of water management 100% dedicated target group of exhibitors and trade visitors Top-notch congress Compact, center stage, free of charge Political environment Short distances for government policymakers and ambassadors in Germany's capital Berlin – Capital of water management expertise Center for business, research, science Schaustelle Wasser Berlin International Close-up look at innovative civil engineering and pipeline construction techniques WASsERLEBEN interactive exhibition Promotion of young talent with an education policy dimension WHY THIS EVENT IS A MUST 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6

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27. 27 WASSER BERLIN INTERNATIONAL March 28-31, 2017 YOUR POWERFUL PARTNER