Event Description

Introducing the inaugural NextWave Innovation Awards 2026 - a dynamic industry platform for the water sector by PROTEMP, proudly chaired by SPAN, dedicated to spotlighting innovations and technological solutions that address critical water challenges.



Timeline

Registration Opens:  13th July 2026 (Monday)

Submission Deadline: 5th October 2026 (Monday)

Physical Evaluation & Judging: 20th – 21st October 2026 (Tuesday-Wednesday)

Awards Ceremony of NextWave Innovation Awards 2026: 21st October 2026 (Wednesday)



Judging Criteria

Innovation & Originality: Creativity and novelty of the solution; Technical ingenuity and uniqueness

Sustainability & Market Readiness: Commercial potential; Environmental sustainability and resource efficiency

Impact & Relevance: Addressing a clearly defined water challenge; Potential for positive environmental, social, or industry-wide change.

Technical & Scientific Merit: Sound scientific or engineering foundation; Methodology and measurable outcomes

Feasibility & Relevance: Development maturity and scalability; Practical application and ease of adoption

Presentation & Communication: Clarity of visuals, pitch, & supporting materials; Ability to communicate across diverse audiences.

How to Participate

Contact the Organisers to let us know the number of entries that you would like to submit. Confirm you participation with payment. Your one-off participation fee already comes with awards submission, virtual booth and/or virtual storefronts.
                        Contact      : PROTEMP Exhibitions & Conference Sdn. Bhd.

                        Office Tel  : +603 6140 6666 | Whatsapp No: +60 12 826 0998

                        Email         : water@protempgroup.com | suffia@protempgroup.com

After payment, submit your entries via our online submission system. You can find the links to each Awards below.
Submit your entries on or before 5th October 2026
Confirmed participants will receive a video on what jurors are looking for to guide them towards making a comprehensive submission.
Participants should make a comprehensive submission of their innovations with a clear explanation and demonstration of their innovations.
Physical evaluation by jurors will be evaluated on 20th - 21st October 2026 at WTC, Kuala Lumpur; NextWave Innovation Awards 2026. 
Awards Ceremony of NextWave Innovation Awards 2026 will be held on 21st October 2026.

Entry Regulations and Guidelines

All entries must comply with the following:

Term and Conditions of Participation, please refer to
https://www.waterlossasia.com/nextwave-innovation-awards/