The eighth edition of the International Conference and Exhibition Desalination Latin America, organized by Vostock Capital, is scheduled for June 17-18, 2026, in Santiago, Chile. The event has become a key hub for strategy development, investment attraction, and partnership growth in the desalination industry across Latin America, bringing together executives, government officials, and financiers to address the region's pressing water challenges.
Over the past seven years, the conference has established itself as a platform for meaningful dialogue, featuring keynote regular participants such as Aguas de Antofagasta, Econssa, and Esval, alongside mining giants like Codelco, Anglo American, and Antofagasta Minerals. Governmental bodies, including Chile's Ministry of Mining and General Directorate of Water (MOP), as well as international financial institutions like CAF and BID Invest, have consistently participated. The event draws over 300 delegates, including C-level executives from leading desalination utilities, renewable integration developers, digital and AI solution providers, and legal advisors specializing in desalination infrastructure.
Key investment projects to be highlighted include desalination for mining expansion programs in Chile, the Northern Chile Water Supply Corridor integrating multi-user desalination pipelines, Peru Coastal Desalination PPPs for Lima and industrial clusters, and Chile's renewable-powered desalination projects combining solar and wind energy with SWRO plants. Regional brine valorization and circular economy initiatives, focusing on lithium and salt recovery, will also be discussed. Upcoming 2026–2027 bidding rounds in Chile and Peru for new PPPs and multi-client desalination hubs are expected to attract significant interest.
Sponsors and partners for the event include Schneider Electric, M3 Engineering, Valmet, Rotork, Dupont, and Black and Veatch, with official support from Chile's Ministry of Mining, Ministry of Public Works, and the General Directorate of Water (MOP). Media partners include BNamericas, Global Water Intelligence, and The Business Year.
Additionally, two exclusive technical site visits in Spain are planned for professionals seeking hands-on experience. A visit to the AcuaMed Desalination Plant in Murcia on May 13-14, 2026, and another to the ATL Desalination Plant in Llobregat on September 22-23, 2026, will offer insights into operating facilities and advanced processes. Limited spots are available, and interested participants can request more information from the organizer. For registration details, visit the Murcia visit registration page or the Llobregat visit registration page.
The conference underscores the critical role of desalination in supporting Latin America's mining and industrial growth while addressing water scarcity. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, the event aims to accelerate sustainable water solutions across the region.
