Global Water Awards

Zurich Marriott Hotel - Monday 27th April 2009

The Global Water Awards recognise what senior executives across the international water industry have acknowledged as the most important achievements of the past year.

They are chosen by way of a free vote given to all subscribers to Global Water Intelligence, and Water Desalination Report, as well as to members of the International Private Water Association and the International Desalination Association.

Within each category a shortlist of four contenders is decided by the GWI Awards Panel following nominations made by the subscribers of Global Water Intelligence and Water Desalination Report.

The voting process is then opened with subscribers to GWI, WDR and the members of the IDA and IPWA all entitled to a vote. The ballot will be closed on the 31st March and the results will then be announced at the Global Water Awards dinner which will be sponsored by BEFESA and held in the Zurich Marriott Hotel on Monday 27th April.

In attendance will be 350 leaders from the international water and finance sectors, many of whom may be in contention for a Global Water Award on the night and eagerly anticipating the results. The "Winners" and those awarded "Distinction" in each category will be presented with an engraved crystal trophy and all shortlisted entries will be presented with a framed certificate. Last year's ceremony was an inspiring event for all in attendance with a speech from the Nobel Peace Prize Winner Muhammad Yunus who presented the Awards on the night. We are set to announce the guest of honour for the Global Water Awards 2009 soon!

Make sure you are in Zurich on the 27th April by booking a table to attend and witness the proceedings as the exceptional achievers of 2008 are rewarded with Global Water Awards, setting an example to the rest of the world.

Water Company of the Year For the water company that has made the most significant contribution to the development of the international water sector during 2008. Shortlisted Candidates
Desalination Company of the YearFor the desalination plant supplier or consultant which made the greatest overall contribution to the desalination industry during 2008. Shortlisted Candidates
Public Water Agency of the Year For the public sector organisation which made the greatest contribution to meeting the challenges of water supply during 2008. Shortlisted Candidates
Water Deal of the YearFor the deal, contracted in 2008, which has made the biggest contribution to the advancement of public-private partnerships in the international water sector. Shortlisted Candidates
Desalination Deal of the Year For the deal signed during 2008 which represents the most significant step forward for the industry in terms of financial innovation, or in meeting the demands of challenging circumstances. Shortlisted Candidates
Water Project of the Year For the water or wastewater project, commissioned in 2008, that represents the most significant contribution to water technology and environmental protection. Shortlisted Candidates
Thermal Desalination Plant of the Year For the thermal desalination plant, commissioned in 2008, that represents the most impressive technical achievement in the industry. Shortlisted Candidates
Membrane Desalination Plant of the Year For the membrane desalination plant, commissioned in 2008, that represents the most impressive technical achievement in the industry. Shortlisted Candidates
Water Reuse Project of the Year The water reuse project that represents the most significant achievement for the industry in 2008. Shortlisted Candidates
Industrial Water Project of the Year The project, commissioned in 2008, that represents the most impressive technical achievement in the field of industrial water. Shortlisted Candidates
Sustainability Award For the project or initiative which represents the greatest contribution to social, environmental and financial sustainability of the water sector in 2008. Shortlisted Candidates