Housed at WaterHub

1. Singapore Water Association (SWA)

The Singapore Water Association (SWA) is an industry-driven body formed to bring together local water companies and related organizations to develop a vibrant and dynamic water industry in Singapore. Formed in February 2004, the SWA was officially launched on 10 December 2004 with WaterHub and Water Network.

SWA's vision is to be a regional hub for all water services and related technologies. Its mission is to develop a vibrant and dynamic Singapore water industry. Ms Olivia Lum, President of SWA, said, "SWA will boost the local industry by working with relevant agencies and government agencies such as the Institution of Engineers, Singapore, the Public Utilities Board (PUB), and the Economic Development Board on technology development, skills acquisition, and industry missions."

Since its inception, the SWA has attracted membership from more than 30 companies representing different segments of the local water value chain. They comprise system integrators, consultancy and engineering service providers, testing and analytical service providers, equipment suppliers, water treatment chemicals suppliers, membrane technology suppliers and financial institutions. Mr Ron Advani, Vice President of SWA, said, "SWA members can leverage on the strength and expertise of member companies to make Singapore a recognised player in the international water scene."

The SWA is self-funded by industry players. It serves as a forum for the exchange of ideas and knowledge among member companies. The SWA also generates awareness through active collaboration with other water bodies worldwide and by participating in foreign conferences, seminars, exhibitions and trade shows.

Today, SWA has 100 over memberships and continues to be one of the key drivers of a vibrant water industry.

2.International Water Association

IWA is a leading international water association. It is at the forefront in connecting the broad community of water professionals around the world, with its wide network of members in research, practice, regulation, consulting and manufacturing. IWA is therefore well-placed to leverage on this network to encourage cross-sharing of experiences to help address the global challenge of achieving a sustainable water supply for all. As an indication of IWA’s growing reach and influence, IWA’s membership base has grown to about 5,000 individual members and about 400 corporate members in 2006.

As a leading international water association, IWA organizes and sponsors many specialized conferences and seminars on a wide variety of topics in water management in locations worldwide to include: IWA World Water Congress, Annual Leading-edge conferences, specialty conferences and regional conferences.

IWA also provides information services on all aspects of water, wastewater and related environmental fields. The publications include Water 21, the IWA membership magazine, a range of journals, books, IWA scientific and technical reports, manuals, reports and electronic services.

Partnership with IWA

Housed at PUB’s WaterHub, the launch of IWA’s Regional Office on 5th June 2007 is a significant milestone in the longstanding partnership between IWA and PUB. It is also symbolic of the growing vibrancy of the strategic water sector here in Singapore and the region. The IWA Singapore office aims to serve IWA’s members, stakeholders and collaborators in the Asia/Pacific region. The office will serve as the Asian hub for supporting IWA member activities, facilitating IWA programmes and promoting IWA membership, enabling IWA to connect more effectively with the Asian water community and assist in the development of sustainable water management in the region.

For more information on IWA, please click here: http://www.iwahq.org.uk

3. Research Institutes

a.  SIEMENS

Brief Overview of SIEMENS

Siemens is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in industry, energy and healthcare sectors. In 1908, the company established a Technical Bureau, known as Siemens Brothers Dynamo Works Limited, in Singapore in search for new business opportunities in the then flourishing British colony. 100 years on, Siemens has grown with Singapore, and has helped to develop the Lion City into the modern, economic powerhouse it is today.

At present, Siemens is one of the largest German companies in Singapore, with 6 companies and employment of 2,200 staff. They engage in a wide range of activities, including engineering, design, software development, research and development, maintenance, manufacturing and marketing. Siemens is responsible for many Singapore’s key infrastructure projects;their innovations permeate every aspect of Singapore’s economy.

Siemens Water Technologies is one of the world’s largest electrical, automation and process technology companies. With the integration of USFilter, Siemens has built a complete water technologies and services portfolio, designed to meet the most rigorous demands of both industries and municipalities. In addition, Siemens is involved in the cutting-edge Deep Tunnel Sewerage System project.

Partnership with SIEMENS

In November 2007, Siemens set up their research laboratory and pilot plant facilities at WaterHub. This move further strengthens the partnership that PUB has developed with water industries, which contributes to growing vibrancy of the water sector in Singapore and the region.

To find out more info on SIEMENS, please click here:http://www.siemens.com/index.jsp

b.  KONZEN

Brief Introduction to KONZEN

In the early 2000’s, having evolved from Ionics which is now part of GE Infrastructure– the subsidiary of Ionics in Asia that eventually became KONZEN was restructured. The move formed an entity owned by a group of successful Asian entrepreneurs who are the current major shareholders.

To build a new Asian brand, the KONZEN name was created — in Chinese characters, 康升 means 'Uplifting Health' — the foundation of their environmental protection business.

KONZEN is now organized as a group of companies providing total solutions in the water industry. Whilst the brand is new, KONZEN has retained the core engineering teams and marketing staff that helped it achieve excellence in the water business since the 1980's. KONZEN has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification in its engineering operations.

In the field of technology incubation, KONZEN is working closely with various Singapore government agencies to identify new solutions for Asian urban infrastructure. KONZEN is the first specialized water technology incubator in Asia.

Partnership with KONZEN

KONZEN set up their regional office at WaterHub in January 2008. This move brings to fruition the technology partnership that PUB has developed with research institutes, academic institutions and water-related companies. KONZEN’s test-bedding facilities and infrastructure are also housed at WaterHub.

For more information, please click here: http://www.konzengroup.com

c.  Nitto Denko

Brief Introduction to Nitto Denko

Nitto Denko Corporation is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of many high-tech products, all using Polymer Synthesis Technology. Established in 1918, Nitto Denko has consistently pioneered new products, integrating numerous leading-edge technologies with their long-standing corporate expertise in synthesizing high polymer materials.

In the domain of water treatment-related enterprise, Nitto Denko Group is actively pursuing business in three areas around the world. With its mother factory at Nitto Denko’s Shiga Plant in Japan, the Group is engaged in production there as well as at Hydranautics, a Nitto Denko subsidiary in California, U.S.A., and in China. Fully leveraging its global sales and technical support network with more than 20 sites around the world, Nitto Denko Group now has a top-ranking share in this business area.

Both Hydranautics and Nitto Denko take pride in setting industry standards for technical excellence and product quality, and welcomes the opportunity to respond to the most challenging water treatment requirements.

The Group intends to continue actively expanding its water treatment-related business by meeting the market’s increasing demand.

Partnership with Nitto Denko

Nitto Denko set up their R&D centre at WaterHub in August 2008. This move brings to fruition the technology partnership that PUB has developed with research institutes, academic institutions and water-related companies. This R&D centre will also be the first R&D centre set up by a Japanese water company here and will be a major boost in their efforts to encourage more Japanese water companies to base its global research centres in Singapore.

For more information, please click here: http://www.nitto.com/index.html