Vietwater 18 Join the Australian delegation proudly supported by 5-9 November 2018 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Invitation from the Australian Ambassador to Vietnam Few countries around the world better exemplify the benefits of trade and investment liberalisation than Vietnam. Since 1990, Vietnam s average annual economic growth has been 5.5 per cent, among the highest in Asia Vietnam is now a middle-income country with a population of 92.7 million. It has invested heavily in education and skills, reinforcing its favourable demographics, including a median age of 30. Commentators judge Vietnam to be among the best placed of the emerging economies to escape the so-called middle income trap and follow a similar trajectory to the first Asian tigers such as Singapore, Korea and Taiwan. By mid-century, Vietnam is expected to be on the cusp of joining the world s top 20 economies. Craig Chittick Australian Ambassador to Vietnam Trade and investment liberalisation has been at the very centre of Vietnam s growth story. Twoway trade is equivalent to 185 per cent of Vietnam s GDP. Australia is well-placed to benefit from Vietnam s continuing rise. Vietnam is now our 15th largest trading partner, with two-way trade exceeding $10 billion and Australian investment in Vietnam is also growing. We see tremendous potential for Australian water business in Vietnam. The Government of Vietnam is committed to transform the water sector so that all people have access to clean water in their homes by 2020. To support this commitment Australia, through the new Aus4Water program, will support the Government of Vietnam to embrace new technological innovations and increase private sector engagement in rural water supply. It will help to showcase successful models so that these can be replicated across Vietnam. As demonstrated by the last three Australian delegations to Vietwater, there is strong demand for Australia s expertise and technological innovation in water supply, water quality, water asset management, network operation, climate change adaptation, and governance and regulation. The Australian water sector has a lot it can offer to Vietnam The time has come for Australia to take our relationship with one of Asia s most dynamic countries to a new level. I am looking forward to seeing the Australian delegation at Vietwater 18 and see this mission as a key platform in building a closer economic partnership between our two countries water sectors. I would encourage your participation on this trade mission which will provide a valuable opportunity to showcase Australia s capabilities, technical know-how and innovations. Invitation from the Australian Water Association Chief Executive There has been a recent shift in Australia s development co-operation in Vietnam, from a relationship based on aid to one that strengthens its focus on trade and investment, by helping to improve the business climate and expand the scope of opportunities for mutual benefit. The Australian Water Association, along with our project partners in Vietnam, are supporting this transition through a series of initiatives designed to showcase the depth and breadth of Australia s water expertise and technological innovations. The Association s role is to ensure that the expertise and experience of our members and the wider Australian water sector are profiled and positioned to play a key role in the fast-transitioning water sector in Vietnam. Jonathan McKeown Chief Executive, Australian Water Association The Australian delegations to Vietwater 15, Vietwater 16 and Vietwater 17 marked the largest Australian delegations to ever visit Vietnam including 245 Australian delegates from the private sector, government, R&D and water utilities in attendance. The Australian Water Association has also host the largest Vietnamese delegations to ever travel to Australia for Ozwater 16, Ozwater 17 and Ozwater 18, with a combined 193 delegates. The Australian delegation to Vietwater 18 will continue this momentum to build collaborative relationships, and strengthen trade and investment, by helping to improve the business climate and expand the scope of business opportunities for mutual benefit. Delegates participating in the Australian mission to Vietwater will be involved in a series of tailored events designed to connect you with the right people across the Vietnamese water sector. Delegates will have space in the Australian booth, meet with water leaders, NGOs, donor agencies, private sector companies and water utilities in a series of workshops, business meetings, site tours and networking events. We are proud to extend the invitation to individuals and organisations to participate in the Australian delegation to Vietwater 18 to showcase your water expertise and technological innovations. We look forward to meeting you at Vietwater 18. 2
What s involved in the vietwater program? Pre-departure and in-country market briefings including water professionals working in Vietnam Site visit to water treatment plants in the Mekong Welcome reception hosted by the Australian Ambassador and Australian Consul-General Dedicated, free-standing booth within Australian Pavilion Pre-arranged one-on-one business introductions with potential clients Present your services and technologies during the technical workshops Meet the water delegation from Cambodia during the Australia-Cambodia technology innovation workshop Showcase technology for potential selection in demonstration projects in Vietnam Receive information on Vietnamese rules and regulations and potential business partners Meet with 10 Australian and Vietnam water utilities involved in the Australia Vietnam Water Utility Improvement Program Participate in the Women of Water Workshop and get involved in the Australia - Vietnam Women of Water Network Meet with representatives from across the Vietnamese water sector ANZ Booth at the Australian Water Pavilion Vietwater 17 Opening Ceremony WHO SHOULD ATTEND? In collaboration with the Association s Vietnam water sector partners, the following services and products have been identified as being in high demand: Water quality treatment Asset management / non-revenue water Industrial park and municipal water and wastewater treatment and recycling Water efficiency Water law and regulation (economic, health and environment) Solid waste management / Biosolids Public private partnerships Utility performance reporting Skills and education development Supply demand planning Business management Energy recovery Flood management SCADA systems / information systems Laboratories / field testing equipment Instrumentation / computer software / technology Engineering and consulting Water and wastewater treatment technology Engineering and consulting Water Utility Improvement Program Partners 3
VIetNamese PARTICIpaNts INvolved IN THE PROGRAM Ministry of Construction of Vietnam Vietnamese water utilities Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam Ministry of Planning and Investment of Vietnam Ministry of Health of Vietnam Ministry of Natural Resource and the Environment of Vietnam Ministry of Finance of Vietnam Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam Vietnam Water Supply and Sewerage Association Vietnam Climate and Innovation Centre Vietnamese universities Vietnamese private sector companies: Aquaculture, Urban Water, Rural Water, technology providers/distributors, horticulture, agriculture, industrial parks, consultants World Health Organisation World Bank and Asian Development Bank Media: Vietnam Agriculture News, Vietnam Business News, HTV News Chanel Provincial Governments Non-Government Organisations HIGHLIGHTS FROM VIetWater 17 Vietwater 17 attracted more than 480 exhibitors from 38 countries, and 11 International Pavilions from all segments of water and energy sectors including wastewater treatment, water supply, sewerage, energy saving and renewable energy. During the three days at the exhibition, the event welcomed 14,072 domestic and international trade visitors. The Australian delegation to Vietwater 17 was the largest Australian delegation to ever travel to Vietnam and included 94 Australian participants from across 43 agencies including private sector companies, water utilities, R&D institutions and government agencies. The Australian Water Association Pavilion won the Most Outstanding Booth Design Award at the exhibition. Over 300 Vietnamese water professionals attended Australian workshops during Vietwater 17 including: Water technology and Innovation Workshop Efficient & Sustainable Water Supply and Sanitation services Women of Water Workshop Technical seminars Water Utility Improvement Program Workshop The Australian delegates were provided site tours of Ba Ria Vung Tau Water Company and Binh Hung Hoa Wastewater Treatment Plant. The Australian Water Association Pavilion Francois Gouws speaks at Women of Water Workshop Site tour for Australian delegates 4
TESTImoNIALS FROM VIetWater 17 DELEGATES Vietwater activities will enable a new level of cooperation between the Australian and Vietnamese water sectors, ensuring the sharing of expertise and experience in the fast-transitioning water sector in Vietnam. The Australian Water Association has become the key partner in Australian aid programs to bring the newest and the best water treatment technologies to Vietnam. Craig Chittick, Australian Ambassador to Vietnam ANZ was privileged to be involved with the Australian delegation to the Vietwater conference in 2017. I was very impressed by the Australian Water Association s commitment to connecting delegates with opportunities in the Vietnamese water sector. The Australian Pavilion at the conference stood out and facilitated a high degree of engagement between exhibitors and visitors to the conference. Well done to the Association team! Andrew Lawrence, Regional Executive, Business Banking, ANZ Bank The success of the Vietnam program for our business was phenomenal. I base this on the level of business and interest to date but as importantly, the people organising the events. Great kudos goes to the staff at the Australian Water Association for their efforts before, during and after the event. Arthur Kokolekos, Regional Business Development Manager Asia Pacific, LuminUltra Overall great program. The Australian Water Association should continue to support and connect Australian businesses to the Vietnamese and South East Asia markets. Australian Water Partnership and Australian Government The event was extremely professionally run and well organised by the Australian Water Association. The booth position was also outstanding which led to many business opportunities. We came to Vietnam very green and with limited contacts. We now have a better understanding of the local market and opportunities moving forward. We will definitely participate in this event in 2018. Mark Trembath, Director of Sales A-NZ & SE Asia, Primus Line 5
Vietnam information session and networking lunch This information seminar in Melbourne will highlight opportunities in the Vietnamese water sector and the program for companies interested in joining the delegation to Vietwater 18. Time: 10am-1pm, Thursday, 23 August 2018 Venue: Investment Centre, Level 46/55 Collins St, Melbourne pre-departure briefing The purpose of the pre-departure briefing is to run through the logistics for Vietwater and provide tips and contacts to ensure you get the most from your participation. Participants can join in person or dial in. Time: 12:30-3pm, Wednesday, 24 October 2018 Venue: ANZ Tower, 242 Pitt Street, Sydney Dial in details: TBC Wednesday, 24 October, 12.30-3pm Pre-departure webinar briefing in Australia for the Australian delegates 12.30-1.15pm 1.15-1.20pm 1.20-1.30pm 1.30-2.00pm 2.00-2.10pm 2.10-2.40pm 2.40-2.50pm 2.50-3.00pm 3.00pm Welcome and lunch Welcome from ANZ Bank Welcome from AWA and overview of AWA activities in Vietnam Introductions from Australian agencies involvement in the Vietnamese water sector Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Austrade VIC Government AWP Export Market Development Grant Insights from Australians working in Vietnam Water Corporation Hydroscience Akvotek Booth set-up, logistics and key contacts whilst in Vietnam Q&A Meeting close 6
Day 1: In-country briefing and site visit The purpose of the in-country briefing is to introduce Australian delegates to water professionals working in Vietnam to understand experiences, lessons, opportunities and challenges of doing business in Vietnam. monday, 5 november In-country briefing and site tour 8.15am 8.30-9.30am 9.30-10.00am 10.00-11.30am 11.30-12.30pm 12.30pm 1.00-6.00pm Arrive at TBC Introduction to the Vietnam water sector for Australian delegates: experiences, lessons, opportunities and challenges from agencies working in the Vietnam water sector. Hear from: Australian Water Association CEO and International Manager ANZ Bank CEO Australian Consul-General Vietnam Water Supply and Sewerage Association Leaders from the Vietnam water sector Coffee break Introduction to the Vietnam water sector for Australian delegates experiences, lessons, opportunities and challenges from agencies working in the Vietnam water sector. Hear from: Austrade Australian Chamber of Commerce Baker and McKenzie Law Firm Australian utilities Lunch at Hotel Delegates meet with their interpreters Bus pick up at Capri Hotel foyer for site visit to water utility/treatment plant (TBC) 7
Day 2: Australia Cambodia workshop This workshop will provide a platform to build awareness of water supply development in Cambodia, and to explore and establish linkages between Cambodian and Australian water industry representatives. The Australian Government is supporting the five-year Investing in Infrastructure (3i) program, which is stimulating extension of essential piped, treated water infrastructure to hundreds of thousands of Cambodians. Under the funding model developed by 3i in conjunction with the Cambodian Government, output-based grants are awarded to eligible local companies to make network expansions commercially viable. This workshop will serve several key objectives complementary to 3i s work, through: Introduction and networking between Australian and Cambodian water delegations Discussing the challenges and opportunities for increasing access to safe drinking water in Cambodia Presenting on the range of technology innovations from the Australian delegation Discussing areas for collaboration and enterprise partnerships between Australian and Cambodian water sectors This workshop is a rare opportunity for investors, policy-makers and technology providers from Australia and the region looking to build connections with Cambodian stakeholders, and better understand Cambodian market challenges and opportunities. Tuesday, 6 November Australia Cambodia collaboration workshop 8.45-9am 9-9.15am 9.15-9.30am 9.30-9.50am 9.50-10.10am Arrive at Exhibition Centre Welcome, introductions and context of the workshop Context of the Australian Government investment in the Cambodian water sector. Overview and emerging results from 3i Program. Overview of the Cambodian water sector: challenges and priorities for increasing access to safe drinking water Overview of technology challenges and needs for delivering safe drinking water in Cambodia Chief Executive and International Manager, Australian Water Association Australian Government, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Ms Mola Tin, Deputy Team Leader of 3i, Palladium Group Cambodian Ministry of Industry and Handicrafts (TBC) Cambodian Water Association / Camodian private sector companies 10.10-10.30am Opportunities and considerations for Australia- Cambodia enterprise partnerships in water technologies Austrade Australian Water Association 10.30-10.45am 10.45-11.30am Coffee break Short introductions from Australian water companies on water treatment technology innovations (15 x 3min pitches for each Australian tech company) Small scale, decentralised drinking water technology Residential, municipal and industrial water treatment systems Water recycling and wastewater treatment systems 11.30-11.45am Meeting summary and concluding notes AWA / DFAT / Austrade 11.45-12.30pm 1.00-5.00pm 6.00-8.00pm Networking lunch Free time to check the booth in the exhibition Welcome Reception at the Consul General Residence 8
Day 3: Vietwater 18 Exhibition The opening day of Vietwater commences. Over 15,000 delegates will make their way through the exhibition today including VIPs from across the Vietnamese water sector. Delegates are encouraged to attend the opening ceremony and maintain a presence at the Australian Water Association booth for pre-arranged introductions. In the evening, delegates are encouraged to attend the networking drinks. Wednesday, 7 November Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre 7.45am Arrive at the Australian Pavilion Australian delegates to meet their interpreters at the Australian booth. Interpreters can be arranged by the Australian Water Association for a fee. Please notify the Australian Water Association if you would like an interpreter arranged. 8.00-10.30am 10.30-12.00pm 2.00-5.00pm 6.00-7.30pm Opening Ceremony of Vietwater 18 Meet VIPs from the Vietnamese Government and International water sector at the Australian Pavilion Water Utility Improvement Workshop at TBC Networking night 9
Day 4: Vietwater 18 Exhibition On Day 4, delegates will have the opportunity to attend and speak at workshops and technical seminars organised by the Australian Water Association and the Vietnam Water Supply and Sewerage Association. These include the Australia-Vietnam Women of Water Workshop and the International Workshop. Thursday, 8 November Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre All day 8.00-11.00am 2.00-5.00pm Business introductions at the Australian Pavilion International Workshop Australia-Vietnam Women of Water Workshop Day 5: Vietwater 18 Exhibition and pack up On the final day of Vietwater 18, delegates will continue with the trade exhibition and receive more business introductions pre-arranged by the Australian Water Association and in-country partners. friday, 9 November Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre 9.00am 3.00-4.00pm Business introductions at Australian Pavilion Packing up booths 10
COST AND FUNDING OPTIONS $5,460 Full registration - Non-member (early bird) $4,550 Full registration - Professional Member (early bird) + free upgrade to Bronze Corporate member $3,900 Full registration - Corporate Member (early bird) $6,020 Full registration - Non-member (standard) $4,950 Full registration - Professional Member (standard) + free upgrade to Bronze Corporate member $4,300 Full registration - Corporate Member (standard) This does not include domestic or international travel, accommodation and meals outside of the nominated events. Early bird rate ends 1 September 2018. There are opportunities for the registration costs to be reimbursed through State and Commonwealth government assistance programs. The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme is a key Australian Government financial assistance program for aspiring and current exporters. Visit www.austrade.gov.au/export/export-grants/what-is-emdg to find out more. register TO JOIN THE AUSTRALIAN DELEGATION TO VIetWater 18 Vietwater 18 will be held at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam from 5-9 November 2018. To discuss the Vietwater program in further detail please contact: Paul Smith International Manager Australian Water Association E: psmith@awa.asn.au Ph: 02 9467 8403 Register your interest to join the Australian Delegation to Vietwater 18 with: An Nguyen International Coordinator Australian Water Association E: anguyen@awa.asn.au Ph: 02 9467 8436 11
Visit www.awa.asn.au/international to find out more about the Australian Water Association s International Program.