What a year it’s been! As we close the book on 2025, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the milestones, connections, and innovations that made this year truly special for Qatium.
This was a year of going deeper — into technology, into campaigns, and into conversations about what the future of water really looks like. From spotlighting utilities making waves around the world to exploring the role of AI in water systems, 2025 was about turning ideas into real-world impact.
Here’s a quick recap of the 10 biggest moments that helped shape our journey this year.
1. From Valencia to the world: How Qatium’s mission is taking shape across continents
Qatium’s mission to democratize digital water management continues to take shape in utilities of all sizes, all around the globe. This year, we visualized that journey to showcase how digital innovation is transforming water management from Valencia to utilities worldwide. From rural districts to major municipalities, here is how the Qatium community is building a more resilient water future:
This animation is inspired by global case studies that highlight the real-world impact of Qatium:
– Anglian Water in the UK leverages Qatium to run more agile operations
– Rural Water District No. 4 in Douglas County, Kansas, USA speeds up processes and saves on water with Qatium
– George Municipality in South Africa is turning static models into dynamic, real-time platforms that transform decision-making for local utilities
– Leeton Shire in Australia implemented a digital twin for improved efficiency and service levels
Read our full library of case studies here: Qatium case studies
2. We expanded our Water Intelligence Platform’s capabilities
This year, we introduced relevant use cases designed to minimize non-revenue water and help utilities build a resilient, sustainable network. Our platform continues to grow with exciting new tools that help you customize your digital water toolkit and tackle your unique challenges with precision and efficiency.
Some highlights include:
– Energy Efficiency: Visualizes and reduces energy inefficiencies across your water system
– Pressure Sensor Placement: Strategically positions sensors for maximum insight (find out how the Qatium x PHOEBE collaboration helps utilities use the plugin to guide their sensor rollout plans, extend coverage, and improve operational insights)
– Estimated Leakage: Detects and quantifies water loss more accurately
– Water Footprint: Helps you understand the environmental impact of your operations
– Minimum Night Flow Monitor: Quantifies water loss and prioritize leakage repair efforts by analyzing nighttime flow data
Watch our Use Cases in action on YouTube
3. We took our conversations global with community webinars
From intimate community webinars to major industry conferences, 2025 was a year of connection and knowledge sharing. We brought together water experts from around the world to tackle pressing challenges and explore emerging solutions.
Here’s a selection of community webinars we hosted in 2025:
– South Africa’s First Digital Water Twin: A Blueprint for Progress: This webinar showcases how George Municipality and GLS Consulting created Southern Africa’s first digital water twin.
– Emerging Technologies Impacting Water Distribution Management: Paul Fleming hosted a panel with Gigi Karmous-Edwards, Dragan Savić, and Saša Tomić exploring how AI, digital twins, and robotics are reshaping the water sector.
– Getting Started with a Digital Twin: What You Need to Know: Satish Tripathi, Dr. Saša Tomić, and Golnaz Motlaghzadeh broke down how digital twins are revolutionizing water systems, showing how real-time insights enable more informed decision-making and proactive network management.
4. We travelled the world to attend key conferences and events
In 2025, Qatium joined water leaders, researchers, and innovators at major global events — sharing ideas, running live demos, and reinforcing our commitment to open collaboration across the sector.
Here’s a look at some of the standout events we attended:
– Aquatech 2025: We showcased our water intelligence platform with live sessions at our booth and on the Digital World Stage, and participated in panels that brought together utilities, researchers, and software providers.
– ACE 2025: David Monteiro, our Director of Customer Success, hosted a session on leveraging hydraulic modeling in small utilities.
– IWA-ASPIRE: David Monteiro hosted a session on exploring the role of digital twins in shaping the future of utilities.
– IFAT Munich: We connected with industry professionals and demonstrated cutting-edge water management solutions.
5. We launched “Water is Us”, a campaign to revalue water
Our “Water is Us” campaign reminded the world that water connects us all. Through compelling storytelling and visuals, we highlighted the universal importance of water and the need to protect this precious resource. The campaign’s message sparks conversations about how we can all contribute to better water stewardship.
6. Our Summer Event brought the team together to deepen the strong connections across our remote teams
In July, our fully remote team gathered in Valencia for an unforgettable Summer Event! From a cooking class to exploring the Oceanogràfic together and a team hackathon, it was a few unforgettable days of innovation and team spirit.
The gathering mixed productivity with play — allowing us to strengthen connections, share ideas face-to-face, and celebrate our collective achievements. The event reminded us why we love what we do and who we do it with.
7. Distilled Season 2 — Powerful conversations continue
Throughout the year, our video podcast, Distilled, has featured some of the water industry’s most influential voices. Host Will Sarni sat down with leaders who are shaping the future of water—and the conversation isn’t over yet.
Here are some of our most-viewed episodes:
– All hands on deck: Jay Famiglietti on the NASA GRACE mission and solving the global water crisis
– Systemic change for sustainability: Carolina García Arbeláez on new narratives and creating magic
– Small steps, big changes: Mina Guli on storytelling, collective action, and systemic change
– Water for people: Henk Ovink on people-centered water leadership
You can find the full catalog of episodes here.
8. We published “Open Water 2.0”: our most comprehensive whitepaper yet
Building on our first Open Water whitepaper, we releasedOpen Water 2.0: Platforms, Marketplaces, Community, exploring how open platforms, digital marketplaces, and communities in motion are driving innovation in water management. The whitepaper is now also available as an audio podcast!
9. We explored AI’s role in water utilities with Dr. Dragan Savić
As part of our new Expert Takeover Week series, renowned water expert Dr. Dragan Savić published a timely blog post: AI Agents in Your Water Utility: A Powerful Co-Pilot or a Risky Takeover?
The piece explores how utilities can harness AI’s potential while maintaining control and ensuring responsible implementation.
10. We’re already looking forward to a big 2026
As 2025 draws to a close, we’re already gearing up for a packed and exciting 2026.
From the expansion of our Water Intelligence Platform’s capabilities with new use cases to fostering community, conversations, and research this list is a testament to Qatium’s ongoing mission to make digital water management available to all. 2025’s exciting developments set the stage for an even more impactful 2026, and we’re primed and ready to go.
Follow us for more whitepapers, engaging video series, and expert collaborations, all contributing to a richer, more connected water management community.
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