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Strengthening Water Security through

Innovative Dam Rehabilitation, Irrigation Modernization and Reservoir

Management Across Central Asia

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Ministry of Public Works (Indonesia)
Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) Malaysia
Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development)
National Authority for Java North Coast Management
Water Loss Indonesia
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8-9th June 2027
Astana

Kazakhstan

Government Partners

State Utility Enterprise Operator
Water Infrastructure Project Coordinator
Municipal Water Utility

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About the Event

There is a growing need for resilient flood management, modern reservoir operations, smart irrigation solutions and integrated water governance across Central Asia as the region faces growing challenges from climate change, water scarcity, extreme weather events and rapid urbanization.

With Kazakhstan leading regional efforts to strengthen water security through infrastructure modernization, digital water management and cross-border cooperation, HydroShield Central Asia Conference will convene on 08th – 09th June 2027 in Astana, Kazakhstan. Bringing together government leaders, water authorities, utilities, engineers, technology providers and industry experts.

The conference provides a unique opportunity for solution providers and water technology vendors to understand regional requirements, engage directly with project owners, and build strategic partnerships to support ongoing and upcoming water infrastructure projects.

Key Focus Areas

Climate-Resilient Water Infrastructure for a Water-Secure Future

Modernizing Irrigation through Smart Water Technologies

Integrated Water Governance and Sustainable Resource Management

Flood Resilience, Protection and Disaster Risk Management

Reservoir Development, Operations and Dam Safety

Driving Water Efficiency through Digital Innovation

Cross-Border Water Cooperation and Transboundary Water Management
Financing the Next Generation of Water Infrastructure

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Market Drivers

US$ 8.7 bn Water Infrastructure Market Opportunity in Central Asia
Covering planned and ongoing investments over the next 10–15 years
US$ 1.76 bn allocated for Kazakhstan's Water Infrastructure and Reservoir Development
Supporting climate - resilient water infrastructure, new and rehabilitated reservoirs, floodwater storage and improved water resource management nationwide
US$ 4 bn for Kazakhstan’s National Water Supply & Wastewater Modernization Program
To construct and rehabilitate 5,000 km of water supply networks, modernize 2,800 km of sewerage networks, and upgrade wastewater treatment infrastructure across 45 cities.
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Advisory Board

Karimzhan Alibayev
Chief Hydraulic Engineer | Chief Project Engineer
Kazgiprovodkhoz Institute LLP, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Professor Bakhtiyor Karimov
Professor, Department of Ecology and Water Resources Management
Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers National Research University (TIIAME NRU)
Dr. Zhaniya Khaibullina
Director, Center for Sustainable Development, AlmaU Co-Founder, Engineers without borders (EWB) Projects manager
Water Partnership of Kazakhstan
Dr. Nurlykhan Bimurzayev
Senior Civil Structural Engineer
LLP SK Water Solutions

Special Guest

Zhandos Salimov
Vice Minister
Water Resources and Irrigation of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Conference Speakers

Dr. Zhanuzak Abdibayev
Chief Expert RSE "Kazvodkhoz"
Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Karimzhan Alibayev
Chief Hydraulic Engineer | Chief Project Engineer
Kazgiprovodkhoz Institute LLP, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Professor Bakhtiyor Karimov
Professor, Department of Ecology and Water Resources Management
Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers National Research University (TIIAME NRU)
Dr. Zhaniya Khaibullina
Director, Center for Sustainable Development, AlmaU Co-Founder, Engineers without borders (EWB) Projects manager
Water Partnership of Kazakhstan
Kawa BAHA
Executive Director & Regional Lead, Infrastructure + Energy (Central Asia/Non EU + East EU)
SMEC
Erol Demir, MSc, CE
Team Leader, Kazakhstan Rehabilitation of irrigation and Drainage Project
TEMELSU
Bahadir Boz
Civil engineers (MSc) – Team Leader
TEMELSU
Sanjar Rakhmonov
Deputy Team Leader
National Water Resources Management Project in in Uzbekistan
Dr.Aziz Khaydarov
Researcher consultant
International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Akgulim Sailaubek
Hydrology Researcher
CAIER
Stanislav Rudnev
Senior Engineer, Project Manager (Hydraulic Engineering and Irrigation)
ALTERRA TEAMS
Alisher Matenov
Head of the Advanced Design Group
UZGIP
Disembay Shaikenov
Head of Water Supply
Astana Su Arnasy
Meirjan Usipov
Deputy Head of Wastewater
Astana Su Arnasy

Investment Opportunities: 

Regional Project Pipeline

Kazakhstan Climate Resilient Water Resources Development Programme – Phase 1

  • Value: USD 1.32 Billion
  • Owner: Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation / Kazvodkhoz
  • Scope : 11 strategic reservoirs, 3,400 km irrigation rehabilitation, Flood resilience, Climate adaptation
  • Timeline : 2025–2032

42 New Reservoirs and 37 Reservoir Rehabilitation Programme

  • Value: USD 4 Billion
  • Owner: Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation / Kazvodkhoz
  • Scope : National reservoir development programme supporting flood protection, irrigation expansion and long-term water security.
  • Timeline: 2024–2030

Water Shield / Yesil Counter-Regulator

  • Value: USD 200 million
  • Owner : Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation / RSE Kazvodkhoz
  • Scope :Floodwater storage, seasonal water management and drought resilience.
  • Timeline: 2025-2028

National Water Supply and Wastewater modernization Program

  • Value: USD 4 Billion
  • Owner: Government of Kazakhstan / Ministry of Industry and Construction / Local Akimats and Municipal Utilities
  • Scope :5,000 km of water supply network construction and rehabilitation, 2,800 km of sewerage network modernization, Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in 45 cities
  • Timeline: 2025–2030

Uzbekistan National Canal Modernization Program

  • Value: USD 2 billion
  • Owner: Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan
  • Scope: Concreting and rehabilitation of 18,000 km of main canals and 94,000 km of on-farm ditches to combat water scarcity.The initiative includes building 2,000 micro-HPPs, automating systems via SCADA, and transitioning to gravity-fed irrigation
  • Timeline: 2023-2030

Irrigation Modernisation Programme

  • Value : US$200 Million
  • Owner: Ministry of Water Resources of the Republic of Uzbekistan
  • Scope :Modernisation of irrigation and drainage infrastructure, energy-efficient pumping and digital water management.
  • Timeline: 2025–2031

Azerbaijan Karabakh Irrigation Canal Reconstruction

  • Project Owner: Amelioration and Water Management OJSC, Azerbaijan
  • Value : USD 436.7 Million
  • Scope : 168 km canal reconstruction, 14 pumping stations, 168 km canal reconstruction, 14 pumping stations, Earth Observation, telemetry, SCADA and digital water management
  • Timeline: 2025–2030

Kyrgyz Republic Water Security and Agricultural Productivity Programme

  • Owner: Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic
  • Value : US$172 Million
  • Scope : Modernisation of irrigation systems, climate resilience and improved agricultural water management.
  • Timeline: 2026–2032

Tajikistan Water Conservation and Energy Efficiency Programme

  • Project Owner: Ministry of Energy and Water Resources / Agency for Land Reclamation and Irrigation (ALRI)
  • Value : US$75 Million
  • Scope : Modernization of irrigation infrastructure across 100,000 hectares, strengthening water security and agricultural resilience.
  • Timeline: 2026–2032

Who Will Attend?

  • Government and Ministries
  • Municipalities
  • Water Authorities
  • Water Utilities
  • Regulatory Agencies
  • Environment Agencies
  • EPCs
  • International Organizations
CEOs, VPs, Directors, Heads, Engineers and Specialists from the following departments:
  • Engineering
  • Infrastructure and water infrastructure
  • Tunneling
  • Wastewater management
  • Design
  • Drainage
  • Sewage
  • Storm water
  • Water management
  • Irrigation Planning
  • Water and storm water networks
  • Master planning
  • Urban development
  • Sustainability

Key Objectives

Accelerate Strategic Water Infrastructure Delivery
Connect governments, utilities, project owners, EPC contractors, consultants, technology providers and investors to accelerate the delivery of major water infrastructure projects across the region.
Support Kazakhstan and Central Asia's Water Sector Transformation
Explore strategies to accelerate reservoir development, irrigation modernization, digital water management and climate-resilient infrastructure
Drive Digital Water Transformation
Showcase the latest innovations in AI, IoT, SCADA, digital twins, satellite monitoring, smart metering and update on the National Water Resources Information System (NWRIS)
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WHY GET INVOLVED 

RAISE YOUR BRAND AWARENESS:
Opportunity to position your brand as one of the leading companies in the sector to help stakeholders and project owners achieve their targets.
GAIN PROJECT INSIGHTS:
Get first-hand details on timelines and requirements of current projects from across the country and spot opportunities.
GET IN FRONT OF YOUR TARGET MARKET:
Get access to key stakeholders involved with projects in Central Asia and get insight into their plans to invest in new technologies and spot opportunities.
INCREASE YOUR COMPETITIVENESS:
Learn about the challenges faced by key project owners and identify how you can provide them with customised solutions to help them overcome them.

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