The Next Wave: Water Infrastructure - Innovation, Experience & Good Practice

Join the FNZCCI’s Building & Infrastructure Committee for a morning of industry insights, knowledge sharing and practical learning at Watercare’s Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Bringing together Watercare, Veolia, Beca and VINCI Construction Grands Projets, this event will explore experiences and approaches from across the water sector in New Zealand and internationally. Through expert presentations and a guided site visit, participants will gain different perspectives on water infrastructure, wastewater treatment and environmental challenges.

What to expect

• Welcome and Introduction: Frederik Cornu, FNZCCI Co-President and Building & Infrastructure Committee Chair.

• Watercare: An introduction to Watercare and the Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Veolia: Discover Veolia’s global mission and commitment to the New Zealand market, and the vital role of water in protecting public health and the environment.

• Beca: Explore approaches to mitigating emissions from wastewater treatment processes.

• VINCI Construction Grands Projets: Hear about VINCI’s water infrastructure projects in Australia and its growing involvement in the water sector.

• Site visit: Gain practical insight into the operations of the Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant.

The event will conclude with a guided site visit, providing an opportunity to connect the presentations with real-world infrastructure and engineering challenges.

Meet the presenters

Who should attend?

This event is open to FNZCCI members and non-members working in, or interested in, the water, construction and infrastructure sectors.

It will be particularly relevant to:

• Civil, environmental and water engineers

• Infrastructure and construction professionals

• Water and wastewater treatment specialists

• Environmental and sustainability professionals

• Consultants, project managers and business leaders

• Organisations interested in water technology, infrastructure delivery and future industry opportunities

Whether you work directly in the water sector or are looking to understand its evolving challenges and opportunities, this event offers a valuable opportunity to learn from industry experts and connect with the wider infrastructure community.

Important safety requirements

As this event includes a visit to an operational wastewater treatment facility, all attendees must bring and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Please ensure you arrive appropriately equipped. Site access will be subject to Watercare’s safety requirements and induction procedures.

Limited places: Attendance for the site visit is capped at 25 participants due to site safety requirements. Early registration is recommended.

About FNZCCI

The French New Zealand Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNZCCI) is a bilateral, non-profit organisation connecting French and New Zealand businesses. Through events, networking and knowledge sharing, FNZCCI supports collaboration and strengthens commercial relationships between the two countries.

We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of insight, innovation and connection at the forefront of water infrastructure.