Registration for the World Plumbing Conference 2026, a landmark international event that will unite the global plumbing and heating community, is now open.

The 14th edition of the global conference hosted by The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) and the World Plumbing Council is set to welcome more than 500 international delegates for three days of expert insights and networking opportunities under the theme “Worldwide Problems – Global Solutions.”

The international event will be held alongside InstallerSHOW, the UK’s premier trade event for the industry, at the NEC Birmingham from June 23–25, 2026. It is England’s first time in 35 years hosting the prestigious conference, with previous meetings taking place in China and Australia.

Registration

is now available. Concessions apply for CIPHE members, and discounted group bookings are available for international groups bookings of 50+. Please contact

Lizzi Lake

, Secretarial & Governance Officer at CIPHE, for group booking details.

Delegates will experience a world-class speaker lineup featuring thought leaders from around the world, including:

The unmissable event aims to help shape the future of the global plumbing industry, and visitors will enjoy an exclusive schedule of live content, a Gala Dinner, and lunch on all three days of the show, as well as the chance to visit more than 850 exhibitors at InstallerSHOW.

Kevin Wellman, Chief Executive Officer at the CIPHE, said: “The World Plumbing Conference 2026 will bring together some of the brightest minds and leading global experts in the sector to share their insights on the matters impacting the plumbing industry.

“This is an opportunity to showcase the UK and its best practices on an international stage, while also learning from others tackling the same challenges around the world.

“It’s the first time since 1990 that the conference will be held in England, and we’re determined to make it a memorable and meaningful event for everyone involved. With such a strong lineup of speakers already confirmed, it’s shaping up to be a truly world-class occasion.”

Lindsey Coleman, Event Project Manager for the World Plumbing Conference 2026, said:

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We are delighted to be bringing the World Plumbing Conference to the UK in collaboration with the CIPHE. The show has gone from strength to strength in recent years, appealing to more tradespeople than ever before. Running in tandem with InstallerSHOW in the UK will make it an even bigger event, as the country’s best plumbing and heating installers are also in attendance.”

Secure your ticket for The World Plumbing Conference, hosted by the World Plumbing Council and the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE). For more information, please head to

WPC2026

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Source:

World Plumbing Council