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Water mist conference returns with expanded format
The 25th International Water Mist Conference (IWMC) will take place in Prague, Czech Republic, on 7th and 8th October 2026.
The conference webpage will be online from 15th April onwards.
Following the highly successful Manchester conference, the International Water Mist Association (IWMA) is once again introducing a fresh element to the format.
The regular 1.5-day conference programme will be complemented by a dedicated half-day training workshop focusing on the design and effective utilisation of water mist systems.
With this initiative, IWMA continues to invest in educating the fire protection industry on how to apply water mist technology more efficiently and confidently in practice.
CPD certificates will be issued to workshop participants.
Ongoing development of water mist applications
Water mist technology, developed into its current form over the past three decades, is today a mature, well-established and environmentally friendly fire protection solution.
While the fundamental principles remain unchanged, significant progress has been made in expanding applications, strengthening validation methods and increasing international approvals.
These developments will be reflected in Prague.
Speakers will present case studies, discuss standards and guidelines, and address both achievements and remaining challenges.
Topics will include emerging risks, broader application areas and continued technological evolution.
Networking, awards and exhibition opportunities
Just as importantly, the conference provides valuable networking opportunities in an open and collegial atmosphere.
“Prague is more than a conference,” says Max Lakkonen, President of IWMA.
“It is where the global water mist community comes together to share knowledge, challenge ideas, shape the future of fire protection – and enjoy doing it together.”
As always, the Ragnar Wighus Award will be presented.
In 2026, it will honour the author of the best master’s thesis dedicated to smaller droplets.
The deadline for submitting synopses has been extended to 31st May 2026.
The event will – as always – be accompanied by an exhibition.
Tabletops can already be booked.
The number of exhibition spaces is limited to 15.
Available are three different sponsorship categories.