--- title: Ozwater 2026 - Driving best practice in Australia's water industry description: Delivering safe, sustainable, and reliable water services for our communities 💧 image: https://blog.programmed.com.au/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Growth%20Success%20Stories/ozwater%20blog%20photo.png --- [![PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150.png?width=300&height=107&name=PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150.png "PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150")](https://programmed.com.au/) - [Intranet](https://intranet.programmed.com.au/) - [Home](https://blog.programmed.com.au/newshub) - [Intranet](https://intranet.programmed.com.au/) - [Home](https://blog.programmed.com.au/newshub) ![Ozwater 2026 - Driving best practice in Australia's water industry](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Growth%20Success%20Stories/ozwater%20blog%20photo.png) # *Jul 10, 2026, 3:50:09 PM | [Growth & Success Stories](https://blog.programmed.com.au/newshub/tag/growth-success-stories)* Ozwater 2026 - Driving best practice in Australia's water industry Delivering safe, sustainable, and reliable water services for our communities 💧 Programmed was proud to attend [OzWater](https://www.ozwater.org/)2026 in Brisbane, Australia’s leading water conference, bringing together industry experts, asset owners, operators and innovators to discuss the future of the water sector. The event provided valuable opportunities to exchange knowledge, explore emerging technologies, and contribute to important conversations shaping the industry’s future. ![3-May-28-2026-04-24-33-3554-AM](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/3-May-28-2026-04-24-33-3554-AM.png?width=500&height=370&name=3-May-28-2026-04-24-33-3554-AM.png) A key highlight for Programmed was our Facility Management team’s presentation, “Asset Maintenance Strategy in the Water Industry: A Journey to Best Practice,” where we shared practical insights and industry experience in developing sustainable and effective maintenance approaches for critical water infrastructure. The presentation reinforced Programmed’s commitment to helping water utilities optimise asset performance, manage risk, and deliver long-term value. ![Oz-1-1024x435](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Growth%20Success%20Stories/Oz-1-1024x435.png?width=700&height=297&name=Oz-1-1024x435.png) *Sinem Celik, Research and Insights Manager and Ahmad Siddiqui, GM – Operational Excellence*   Throughout the conference, our delegates attended a range of sessions exploring sustainability, infrastructure planning, financing, and innovation. Discussions included the role of data-driven decision-making in reducing environmental impacts across water infrastructure projects, the importance of unlocking investment opportunities to support future water needs, and the latest technologies transforming the industry. One of the most memorable moments of Ozwater 2026 was the keynote address by internationally renowned engineer Arnold Dix, whose story of leadership, resilience, and collaboration highlighted the power of people and expertise in overcoming complex challenges. Events such as Ozwater provide an important platform for Programmed to share knowledge, learn from industry peers, and strengthen partnerships across the sector. 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