8. – 9. october 2026, Munich
Drinking water is one of the most important resources in Europe and around the world. High-quality, safe drinking water in sufficient quantities is crucial to public health and the well-being of the population. From the start of 2027, uniform yet far-reaching new hygiene requirements for materials in contact with drinking water will come into force across Europe. The Drinking Water Directive (DWD) – including delegated acts and implementing acts – ensures that water intended for human consumption can be consumed safely, thereby providing a high level of health protection.
The aim of the DWD-Conference is to provide an overview of the minimum hygiene requirements for materials in contact with drinking water in Europe and to help relevant stakeholders gain an understanding of the subject.
The conference will examine current issues with the participation of all relevant stakeholders and provide comprehensive information. Renewed speakers from the following organizations will contribute to the success of the conference:
- The European Commission, responsible for drafting the specific legal requirements
- The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), responsible for maintaining the positive lists
- Member States represented by Germany and the Netherlands
- Notified bodies and testing laboratories, responsible for putting legal requirements into practice
- Manufacturers of drinking-water contact materials, represented by the European Drinking Water Initiative (EDW)
- The European metals industry association, explaining how to include substances and starting compositions in the EUPLs
- The raw materials industry, represented by Compounds AG as a manufacturer of intermediate products
The conference is aimed at both manufacturers and users of materials intended to come into contact with drinking water, as well as notified bodies, competent authorities and regulatory bodies in Europe.