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Day 1 Wednesday 27 January 2010
| 08.50 |
Chair’s Opening Remarks |
Paul Reiter, Executive Director, International Water Association
PLANNING YOUR OPERATIONAL STRATEGY
HOW MUCH MONEY SHOULD YOU SPEND ON LEAKAGE REDUCTION? |
KEYNOTE PANEL 1: FUTURE INVESTMENT PLANNING - THE UTILITY CEO’S VIEW
| 09.00 |
Determining Expenditure For Your Leakage Management Operational Strategy
How Should Water Companies Prepare For The Future? At What Stage Should You Go Beyond Active Leakage Control? |
- Best practices on strategic planning for cost effective leakage management
- Learning from practical examples and success stories:
- How a leadership driven change management programme reduced non revenue water losses without increasing tariffs or making significant leakage control investments
- The importance of investing in enthusiastic, technically competent people
- Results on implementing performance incentives and staff bonuses for leakage detection
- Examining the limits and long term impacts of active leakage control
- Comparing the business benefits of investing in manpower vs. mains replacement
Joaquim Pocas Martins, President of the Restructuring Board, Aguas do Porto, Porto, Portugal
Tim Waldron, CEO, Wide Bay Water, Queensland, Australia
William Muhairwe, MD, National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala, Uganda
Kenneth J. Brothers, Commissioner of Public Works, Region of Niagara, Canada
KEYNOTE PANEL 2: COMPARING REGULATORY VIEWS
| 10.00 |
The Role Of Innovation In Future Investment Planning & Target Setting |
- Offering water company incentives to promote innovation in:
- Leakage detection technology
- Water efficiency
- Data management
- Energy Savings
- Improving environmental performance
- Assessing the carbon footprint, environmental and social impacts of water leakage
George Day, Director of Network Regulation, OFWAT, UK
Peter Jiggins, Head of Branch, Water Supply and Regulation, DEFRA, UK
Ian Barker, Head of Water, Environment Agency, UK
| 10.45 |
Extended Questions For The Panel Sessions |
| 11.00 |
Morning Refreshments In The Exhibition Showcase Area |
CASE STUDY
| 11.30 |
Predicting the Long Term Effects of Leakage To Justify A Pipe Renewal Programme |
- Making the case for an infrastructure renewal program
- Using infrastructure renewal to get leakage down
- Predicting the benefits in terms of leakage reduction
Dennis Dellow, Network Manager, Northumbrian Water, UK
Defining The Critical Conditions Of Success (And Failure) For
Water Loss Reduction In Different Circumstances
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| 12.00 |
Case Study 1: Comparing Best Practices On Reducing Water Leakage In Densely Populated Urban Areas: Actions And Results From The SABESP West Business Unit - Sao Paulo, Brazil |
- Outlining key investment priorities for technology transfer
- Overview of the key best practice methodologies for Active Leakage Control and pressure management
- Using DMAs for Active Leakage Control
- Identifying cost effective methodologies for a range of network characteristics
- Testing the performance of new technologies – what are the key standouts?
Antônio Carlos da Costa Lino, Engineer, Department Manager , SABESP, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Hugo Chisca Jr., Engineering Director, BBL Engenharia, Sao Paulo, Brazil
| 12.20 |
Case Study 2: Success Stories On Utilizing New Technologies & Deploying Evolving Methodologies: Sibu, Sarawak |
- NRW Management Initiative
- Commercial loss initiative
- Formation of inter-department team to study, analyse, and detect losses
- Taking steps to identify and resolve losses
- The challenges of pipe repair and contracting work
Alice Jawan, Deputy General Manager, Sibu Water Board, Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia
| 12.40 |
Case Study 3: Challenges Of The Water Loss Situation In China And How Beijing Capital Company Is Making Improvements |
- With the rapid development of China’s economy and its urbanization water demand in cities and towns is growing fast
- Shortage of water is a serious problem for many areas of China and more attention is being paid to water loss management as a strategic issue for ensuring the sustainable development of urban water supply.
- Pilot studies have been introduced in Maanshan, Huainan, Xuzhou and Tongling - in the mid-east of China
- NRW has gradually reduced over 3 years from 39.23% to 31.29 by introducing a ‘one user one meter’ policy, transparency of meter data, control of illegal water use, and an active leakage control policy
Wang Guanghui, Project Manager, Tongling Pilot Study, Beijing Capital Co. Beijing, China
| 13.00 |
Partnership - a key success factor in the NRW arena |
Booky Oren, Chairman, Miya
| 13.15 |
Networking Lunch - Hosted by MIYA |
| 14.30 |
Project Neptune: Data Driven Software Solutions For Analyzing & Detecting Leakage & Bursts |
ABB's involvement in the Project Neptune partnership with Yorkshire Water Services, United Utilities and 7 universities:
- Leakage and burst detection and response through data driven software
- Application of machine learning techniques for automated event detection
- Decision support system for data presentation, impact and response identification
- Spatial leak/burst diagnostics using Dempster-Shaffer theory
Ridwan Patel, R&D Project Manager, Yorkshire Water Services, Project Manager, NEPTUNE Project, ESPRC, UK
Tim Door, UK Water Industry Manager, ABB, UK
| 15.00 |
Using Real-Time Modeling For Leakage Reduction And Operational Savings |
- Taking network modeling to the next stage to detect bursts
- Narrowing down areas for leakage detection
- Benefits of desk based leakage studies
- Utilizing network models and genetic algorithms
- Comparing the latest software and field models
Jens Løppenthien, Managing Director, 7-Technologies, Denmark
Jacob Jørgensen, Project Manager, Alectia AQUA, Denmark
| 15.30 |
Afternoon Refreshments In The Exhibition Showcase Area |
PRESSURE MANAGEMENT
Understanding The Benefits & Selecting The Optimal System |
| 16.00 |
Sharing Data To Demonstrate The Benefits Of Pressure Management On The Network |
- Applying pressure management in an urban system and assessing its impact on system efficiency
- Assessing cost-effectiveness and payback
- Demonstrating the long term effectiveness of pressure management on bursts and leakage and customer complaints
Richard Chalk, Leakage Strategy Manager, Severn Trent Water, UK
PRESSURE MANAGEMENT PANEL SESSION
| 16.20 |
Comparing The Effectiveness Of Modern Technologies & Methodologies For Pressure Management |
- Comparing different PRVs and pressure management methodologies
- Overview of the latest technologies for pressure management
- Selecting the optimal pressure management system for your water company
- Assessing the commercial viability of different technologies
Reid Campbell, Director of Water Services, Halifax Water, Nova Scotia, Canada
Sophie Kanellopoulou, Head of Department of Coordination, Planning and Operation, EYDAP, Athens, Greece
Bambos Charalambous, Head of Technical Services, Water Board of Lemesos, Cyprus
Frank van der Kleij, Network Technical Manager, Bristol Water UK
| 17.20 |
Questions & Discussion |
| 17.30 |
Update On The Development Of The Infrastructure Leakage Index (ILI) And Other Global Water Loss Initiatives from the IWA Water Loss Task Force |
- What is the benefit to the water utility of this particular performance indicator?
- What is the global penetration of the ILI?
- What is the range across global utilities?
- What else is being developed out there?
Tim Waldron, CEO, Wide Bay Water, Queensland, Australia, and Chair, IWA Water Loss Task Force
| 17.50 |
Questions & Discussion |
| 18.00 |
Chair’s Closing Remarks |
| 18.15 - 19.15 |
Networking Drinks Reception |
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Day 2 Thursday 28 January 2010
BREAKFAST BRIEFING
| 08.00 |
Improving DMA Data Integrity |
Danny Ronson, UK Flow Product Manager, Siemens
| 08.45 |
Chair’s Opening Remarks |
Chair: Malcolm Farley, Principal Consultant, Malcolm Farley Associates, UK
| LEAKAGE MANAGEMENT IN PLASTIC PIPES AND DIFFICULT SITUATIONS |
REDUCING WATER LEAKAGE FROM TRUNK MAINS
GLOBAL PANEL SESSION
| 09.00 |
Assessing The Latest Detection Technologies & Methodologies For Trunk Mains |
- Comparing different strategies and approaches with regards to diameter, length and depth
- Results and success stories on detection technologies and methodologies
- Managing flow information to determine losses in trunk mains
- Performance indicators for large trunk mains
Randy Payton, Senior Program Manager, Distribution Division, Water Utilities, Dallas Water, USA
Reid Campbell, Director of Water Services, Halifax Water, Nova Scotia, Canada
Paul Parr, Leakage Planner, United Utilities, UK
Ryan Benner, Maintenance Engineer, Las Vegas Valley Water District
VENDOR TECHNOLOGY PANEL
| 10.00 |
Identifying Technologies For Pinpointing Leaks In Trunk Mains And Other Large Diameter, Low Pressure, Plastic And Other Non-Metallic Pipes What Are The Technologies For Finding Difficult Leaks? |
Evolving, Emerging and Innovative Technologies:
- Traditional acoustic techniques
- In-pipe acoustic and wireless technologies
- Ground Penetrating Radar
- Gas Tracing technology
Facilitator: Dennis Dellow, Network Manager, Northumbrian Water, UK
Michael R. Wrigglesworth, Vice President – Middle East & Africa, Pure Technologies: Smart Ball
Dr Brian Mergelas, Founding President and CEO, Pressure Pipe Inspection Company (PPIC): Sahara
Nicholas Day, Account Director - Government Sector, Munters, UK: Acoustic Profiling, Thermal Imaging, Endoscopy And Tracer Gas Technology
Dirk Becker
Marc Bracken, Echologics Engineering
| 10.45 |
Morning Refreshments In The Exhibition Showcase Area |
Networks In The Future Are Likely To Include More Plastic Pipes:
What Is The Impact On ALC?
What Are The Solutions For Effectively Locating Leaks?
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EUROPEAN UTILITY EXPERIENCES AND INNOVATIONS
| 11.15 |
Case Study 1: The Waterpipe GPIR System – Feedback On How It Performed? |
- European Union Waterpipe innovative research project
- Developing an integrated system of Ground Penetrating Imaging Radar (GPIR) for detecting buried water pipes, detecting leakage, and damage to pipelines
- Combined with decision support software for rehabilitation management
- Update of trials in Greece
Sophie Kanellopoulou, Head of Department of Coordination, Planning and Operation, EYDAP, Athens, Greece
| 11.30 |
Case Study 2: Innovative Technologies For Difficult Pipes at Gothenburg Water: |
- Using air as a medium instead of water for ground microphone technique
- Valve ‘choking’ and sounding for quick response to leaks on trunk mains
- Leak noise correlation to complement pipe location
- Technology to identify water flowing underground
Tommy Ekblad, Head of Drinking Water Distribution, Gothenburg Water, Gothenburg, Sweden
CASE STUDY
| 12.00 |
Determining the Level Of Leakage in the DMA |
- Innovative technologies for monitoring flows and pressures
- Practical experiences on determining the level of leakage in the DMA
- Implementing a DMA and isolating your system in an urban context
- Efficiently verifying data accuracy
- Maintaining good customer service
Tony Gwynne, Divisional Manager , Mouchel
Peter Martinek, Managing Director, Martinek Water Management
Andreii Stetsenko, Chairman of the Board, Energouchet JSC
CASE STUDY
| 14.00 |
Network Modelling As A Tool For Supporting DMA Management and Leak Detection |
- Taking network modeling to the next stage to detect bursts
- Narrowing down areas for leakage detection
- Benefits of desk based leakage studies
- Utilizing network models and genetic algorithms
- Comparing the latest software and field models
Neil Croxton, Principal Modelling Engineer, United Utilities, UK
CASE STUDY - PRIORITISING REPAIRS
| 14.30 |
Performing Active Leakage Control to identify which DMA has the Highest Level of Leakage |
- Managing the DMA network to assess and prioritise repairs
- How to react to, analyse and use the data
- Measuring leaks and working out which is the most cost-effective leak to tackle first
- Should you go with the easiest to find or plan a more global approach to your system?
- The role of technology and data gathering
- Using facilities on the customers’ property to detect leaks
Kristijan Ilicic, Head of Development of Water Supply & Sewage, Zagreb Water and Wastewater Company, Zagreb, Croatia
| 15.00 |
Addressing Apparent (Commercial) Losses On A City Wide System To Understand Your Water Balance |
- Understanding and quantifying apparent losses within a water balance
- The role of different factors affecting apparent losses in an urban setting
- Using DMA management to identify and prioritise them
- Are apparent losses only an issue for developing countries?
- How are apparent losses addressed and dealt with in Kampala city?
- Dealing with apparent losses (illegal connections, meter under-registration, customer education)
Harrison Mutikanga, Water Loss Control Manager, Kampala Water, Kampala, Uganda
| 15.30 |
Afternoon Refreshments In The Exhibition Showcase Area |
| Delivering Cost Savings On Manpower, Energy & Site Visits |
| 16.00 |
Exploring The Costs Of Contracting And Identifying The Best Way To Cut Costs |
- Efficiently organizing the detection contracts: what is the value of leakage performance contracts?
- Costs comparisons on different parts of the network
- Customer satisfaction and level of service delivered
- Discussing other contracting options
Stuart Whitfield, Leakage Manager, South Staffs Water, UK
| 16.20 |
The NRW Contract Model And Results From The Itapevi Low Income Housing Project, Sao Paulo Brazil |
- Innovative approaches to sensitive customers
- Benefits of meter installation on increased revenue
- Meeting leakage targets
Antônio Carlos da Costa Lino, Engineer, Department Manager , SABESP, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Hugo Chisca Jr, Engineering Director, BBL Engenharia, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Examining Plastic Pipe Failure Rates Compared To Metal Pipes
| 16.45 |
Severn Trent Water’s Asset Management Study |
- Comparing the whole life cycle costs and effectiveness of plastic versus metal pipes – plastic pipes may be cheaper but what’s more effective in the long term?
- Understanding the impact of plastic pipes within a network
- Examining the rate of deterioration of plastic pipes
Pat Spain, Distribution Strategy Manager, Severn Trent Water, UK
‘BLUE SKIES’ PANEL - APPLYING LATERAL THINKING TO LEAKAGE MANAGEMENT
| 17.15 |
What Lessons Can We Learn From Other Industries? |
- What else can be done to manage the network to improve leakage control?
- What do other industries do that we don’t?
- Can we learn from the gas, power, oil, chemical and medical industries?
- What are the future R&D requirements for the water industry?
Panel Facilitator: Jack Carnell
Panellists: Tim Waldron, Wide Bay Water, Paul Reiter, IWA, Tim Door, ABB, Joaquim Pocas Martins, Aguas do Porto
| 17.45 |
Chair’s Closing Remarks & Close of Conference |
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Paul Reiter, Executive Director, International Water Association
Tim Waldron, CEO, Wide Bay Water, Queensland, Australia
William Muhairwe, MD, National Water and Sewerage Corporation, Kampala, Uganda
Joaquim Pocas Martins, President of the Restructuring Board, Aguas do Porto, Portugal
Ken Brothers, Commissioner of Public Works, Region of Niagara, Canada
Danny Ronson, UK Flow Product Manager, Siemens
George Day, Director of Network Regulation, OFWAT, UK
Peter Jiggins, Head of Branch, Water Supply and Regulation, DEFRA
Ian Barker, Head of Water, Environment Agency
Dennis Dellow, Network Manager, Northumbrian Water, UK
Booky Oren, Chairman, Miya
Antônio Carlos da Costa Lino, Engineer, Department Manager, SABESP, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Hugo Chisca Jr., Engineering Director, BBL Engenharia, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Alice Jawan Empaling, Deputy General Manager, Sibu Water Board, Malaysia
Wang Guanghui, Project Manager, Beijing Capital Co., China
Tim Door, UK Water Industry Manager, ABB
Ridwan Patel, R&D Project Manager, Yorkshire Water Services
Jens Løppenthien, Managing Director, 7-Technologies, Denmark
Jacob Jørgensen, Project Manager, Alectia AQUA, Denmark
Richard Chalk, Leakage Strategy Manager, Severn Trent Water, UK
Bambos Charalambous, Director of Technical Services, Water Board of Lemesos, Cyprus
Sophie Kanellopoulou, Deputy Director Water Supply Network and Head of Department of Coordination, Planning and Operation, EYDAP, Athens, Greece
Frank van der Kleij, Network Technical Manager, Bristol Water, UK
Randy Payton, Senior Program Manager, Distribution Division, Water Utilities, Dallas Water, USA
Paul Parr, Leakage Planner, United Utilities, UK
Michael R. Wrigglesworth, Vice President – Middle East & Africa, Pure Technologies Group, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Dr. Brian Mergelas, Founding President and CEO, Pressure Pipe Inspection Company (PPIC), Ontario, Canada
Nicholas Day, Account Director - Government Sector, Munters, UK
Tommy Ekblad, Head of Drinking Water Distribution, Gothenburg Water, Sweden
Tony O’Shea, Leakage Reduction Services Manager, Yorkshire Water Services, UK
Neil Croxton, Principal Modelling Engineer, United Utilities, UK
Kristijan Ilicic, Head of Development, Water Supply & Sewage, Zagreb Water and Wastewater Company, Croatia
Harrison Mutikanga, Water Loss Control Manager, Kampala Water, Uganda
Stuart Whitfield, Leakage Manager, South Staffs Water, UK
Pat Spain, Distribution Strategy Manager, Severn Trent Water, UK
Ryan Benner, Maintenance Engineer, Las Vegas Valley Water District
Peter Martinek, Managing Director, Martinek Water Management
Reid Campbell, Director of Water Services, Halifax Water, Nova Scotia, Canada
Andreii Stetsenko, Chairman of the Board, Energouchet JSC, Ukraine
Tony Gwynne, Divisional Manager, Mouchel
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