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St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, October, 15 2026 – Antigua and Barbuda has been announced as the host country for the 36th Annual Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association (CWWA) Conference and Exhibition in 2027, with the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) serving as the local host organisation.

The announcement was made during the annual CWWA Conference and Exhibition currently taking place in Grenada, where the Honourable Melford Nicholas, Minister responsible for Utilities, is leading a delegation comprising APUA’s Chief Executive Officer, John Bradshaw, Water Business Unit Manager, Jason Peters, and other representatives of the Authority.

The 2027 conference is expected to welcome approximately 300 delegates, including regional government ministers, policymakers, utility executives, water and wastewater professionals, technical experts, and regional and international providers of products, services and technologies.

Speaking on the significance of hosting the conference, Minister Nicholas welcomed the opportunity for Antigua and Barbuda to contribute to regional discussions on water security and sustainable development.

“Across the Caribbean, we face many of the same challenges in securing reliable and sustainable water supplies. This conference provides an important opportunity to share experiences, explore practical solutions and build stronger partnerships.

We are pleased to bring this regional gathering to Antigua and Barbuda in 2027, and we look forward to welcoming delegates to our shores while showcasing the very best of what our country has to offer,” Minister Nicholas stated.

The conference will feature high-level policy discussions, technical presentations, industry exhibitions and networking opportunities, bringing together decision makers and professionals to explore developments and solutions within the water and wastewater sectors.

For Antigua and Barbuda, hosting the event also presents an opportunity to promote the country’s tourism offerings, culture and hospitality to a diverse regional and international audience, while providing APUA with a platform to highlight its ongoing investments in water infrastructure and service delivery.
Further details regarding the conference dates, venue and programme will be announced in due course.