Life-cycle thinking at the heart of sustainable water utility development
A new professional article co-authored by Dr. Károly Kovács presents how regenerable adsorbent technology and life-cycle cost analysis can support safer, more economical and sustainable arsenic removal.
From Data to Decisions: Hungarian Water Expertise at Vietnam Water Week 2026
The Hungarian Water Partnership returned to Vietnam Water Week 2026 in Hanoi, where digital transformation, water resilience and people-centred innovation took centre stage. HWP and its member company Puraset presented Hungarian expertise in smart water management, arsenic removal and decentralised drinking water treatment while strengthening cooperation with Vietnamese partners.
ExpoAPA2026 – international event for a more resilient water future
Hungarian water industry expertise took center stage at the event as Dr Károly Kovács, founder of the Pureco Group and President of both the Hungarian Water Partnership and the Hungarian Water Association, addressed participants at the invitation of the President of the Romanian Water Association (ARA).
Hungary Seeks to Introduce Water Technologies in Vietnam and Expand into Southeast Asia
Hungary is strengthening its water-sector cooperation with Vietnam through technology transfer, research, training and pilot projects. Working with Vietnamese partners, the Hungarian Water Partnership aims to address challenges
Our Members and HWP to Attend Ecomondo 2026
HWP and several of its member companies—Pureco, Puraset and Kristály—will be represented at Ecomondo 2026 in Rimini. The event will provide an important platform for presenting Hungarian water-sector expertise, exploring emerging technologies and building new international partnerships. Further participation details will be announced soon on LinkedIn.
Hungarian Water Partnership Joins the European Cluster Collaboration Platform
We are proud to announce that we have joined the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP), further strengthening our connections with European innovation ecosystems, industry clusters and international partners.
Hungarian Water Partnership and BME Join Forces to Advance Water Innovation
The Hungarian Water Partnership Nonprofit Ltd. (HWP) and the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) have signed a cooperation agreement marking an important new chapter in the collaboration between Hungary’s water industry and it`s academic community.
HWP Member Collaboration Delivers Successful Water Treatment R&D Project
The Hungarian Water Partnership is proud to highlight another strong example of how collaboration within its professional network can create tangible innovation and market-ready results.
From Regulation to Bankable Solutions: HWP Contributes to Africa’s Sanitation Agenda at the 97th AfWASA STC Meetings
The Hungarian Water Partnership continues to strengthen its role in Africa’s water and sanitation sector through cooperation, knowledge transfer and the expertise of its member companies. At the 97th AfWASA Strategic and Technological Council Meetings, HWP was represented in a major discussion on the future regulation of faecal sludge treatment.
The Hungarian Water Partnership reached a New Milestone
HWP Opens New Membership Opportunities for all Water Sector Companies Registered in Hungary
The Hungarian Water Partnership is entering a new phase in its mission to strengthen Hungary’s water sector, expand international cooperation, and support the global visibility of water-related Hungarian expertise, innovation, technologies and services.
Hungarian Water Partnership strengthens cooperation with Hung Vuong University in Ho Chi Minh City
The Hungarian Water Partnership has taken a new step in strengthening international cooperation in Southeast Asia through a partnership with Hung Vuong University Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The cooperation focuses on technology transfer, education, research, and practical water-sector collaboration in areas such as drinking water treatment, industrial water treatment, wastewater treatment and water quality control. The partnership, formalised through an MoU signed in Ho Chi Minh City, opens new opportunities for Hungarian water technologies, companies and experts to connect with Vietnamese partners and support sustainable water management in the region.
Asia, Europe and Africa United for Urban Water Management: Hungarian Expertise at the Forefront of Global Cooperation
Water challenges don´t stop at national borders. Climate change, rapid urbanisation, growing water demand and increasing pressure on natural resources are creating complex challenges that require international cooperation, innovation and shared expertise.
Hungarian Water Partnership Expands Opportunities in Indonesia and the ASEAN Region
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) was honoured to participate in the Indonesia–Hungary Business Forum on Investment Opportunities in Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs), organised with the support of the Embassy of Indonesia in Hungary, the Hungarian Export Promotion Agency (HEPA), and the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HCCI).
Hungarian Water Partnership Hosts Indian Water Industry Delegation in Budapest
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) recently welcomed a delegation of Indian water industry professionals in Budapest as part of a broader business mission organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and the Hungarian Export Promotion Agency (HEPA).
Hungarian Water Sector Expertise for Water Resilience in the Danube Region
Dr. Károly Kovács, President of the Hungarian Water Partnership and President of Hungarian Water Association, participated as a speaker at the 2026 Danube Water Forum, held in Sofia on 20–22 May. The central theme of the international professional event was strengthening water resilience in the Danube region under the title “From Vision to Action: Building a Water-Resilient Danube Region.”
HWP at IFAT 2026 – Connecting continents, shaping water’s future
During the four days of this year’s IFAT Munich international environmental trade fair, the stand of the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) became a true international meeting point. We welcomed visitors, partners, and decision-makers from five continents, engaging in numerous professional discussions.
Hungarian Water Partnership and PASA Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement on Sustainable Sanitation
On the 27th of February, the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) and the Pan-African Association of Sanitation Actors (PASA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for cooperation for the joint development of an ecosystem and value chain for non-sewered sanitation, faecal sludge treatment and resource valorisation.
Oliver Nachevski Awarded Honorary Ambassador Title by the Hungarian Water Partnership
On 27 February 2026, the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) awarded the prestigious title of Honorary Ambassador to Mr. Oliver Nachevski, recognizing his outstanding contributions to strengthening the international reputation of the Hungarian water industry and promoting global professional cooperation in the water sector.
No Boarding Pass Needed to Africa - Global Water and Sanitation Connect 2026
A high-level African water delegation of 50 welcomed in Budapest. At the invitation of the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP), 50 senior water sector leaders, technical directors, and policy decision-makers from over 15 African countries visited Budapest between February 24–28, 2026, to learn about Hungary’s internationally recognized water technologies and cooperation models.
The Future of Water – Global Challenges, Innovative Solutions
300+ participants, 20+ countries, one shared goal: the future of water security
Leading water sector stakeholders from Africa, Europe, and Asia gathered in Hungary for the international conference “The Future of Water”, organized by the Hungarian Water Partnership within the framework of Planet Budapest 2026.
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We create reliable, scalable infrastructure that manages water resources efficiently—today and into the future.
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