CELEBRATING UTILITIES INNOVATION AND LEADERSHIP  

Your presence at our flagship, annual gathering, Utility Week Live is paramount. As leaders are driving the industry's development, your attendance plays a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of our sector's future.

Designed to keep you at the forefront of industry innovation, UWL26 will host its most extensive programme of free content yet, across seven action-packed stages, alongside our largest showcase of cutting-edge innovation to date.
 


 

"An excellent array of businesses sharing cutting edge technologies. A mind-blowing experience." - UWL visitor
As a Utility Week member, you can enjoy a host of free benefits by attending the show, including priority access to the Keynote theatre, new Deployment Hub, Members’ Lounge, refreshments, and much more.

 

UWL26 OFFERS A HOST OF FREE BENEFITS FOR UTILITY WEEK MEMBERS

PRIORITY ACCESS - SKIP THE QUEUES!
Exclusive access to enhance your experience

The VIP pass. Priority access to all exhibition areas to ensure quick entry to every feature - you have access to everything. 

LUNCH ON US
Enjoy complimentary refreshments at the VIP Lounge

The Members' Lounge is at the heart of the show floor and we welcome you to stop by anytime. Enjoy unlimited refreshments, a private networking area, and a quiet space for working.

 


 

NEW! THE HUB
Explore the best ways to implement innovation

Members get priority access to The Hub - your chance to explore how innovation can be put into practice.

Join expert-led discussions, apply insights from theatre sessions to your business, and connect with innovators who can help deliver your goals.
 

ENTERTAINMENT AND STREET FOOD
New! The Square
Access to the new Members' Zone in The Square. A space to unwind and enjoy entertainment and delicious street-food.
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO PRESENTATIONS
Get a copy of your favourite presentations after the show!

Exclusive access to speakers’ presentations on request after the event
 


 

NEW! MEMBERS' BAR
Relax after a busy day at the bar

The new Members' bar will be on the show floor, and is a fantastic space to casually network with your industry colleagues after a busy first day (19 May)!
 


 

VIP KEYNOTE STAGE ENTRANCE
Join the VIP entrance to ensure you get a seat

You get VIP access to one of our busiest theatres - the Keynote Stage. Use the VIP entrance and enjoy a front-row seat.

 


UWL26 offers more free content than ever. With your VIP Member ticket, you get priority access to all stages:

Utility week

Where utility leaders meet national ambition. Hear from top executives, policymakers, and innovators who are shaping the future of essential services and tackling the industry's biggest challenges.

Innovation in utilities

The Innovation Lounge is a new space that encourages open dialogue participation. This programme explores how utilities can support startups, scale solutions, apply AI, and speed up innovation across organisations.

Infrastructure delivery

A new stage tackling infrastructure delivery from planning to build, featuring policy updates, innovative technologies, and best practices for faster, more efficient, and sustainable water and energy projects.

Customer and community

The Customer and Communities Stage explores how utilities are improving service, supporting vulnerable consumers, and working with communities to drive fair, inclusive, and sustainable change. Learn how innovation is empowering customers and improving outcomes.

Digital utilities

This stage highlights how data, digital solutions, and AI improve decision-making in utilities and transparency for customers. Explore the latest on open data, network efficiency, and digital technologies that maximise operations.

Nature, climate and resilience

This stage champions nature-positive utilities, highlighting ecosystem restoration, biodiversity, and circular, low-carbon practices. Hear from pioneers in sustainable drainage, habitat restoration, and green gas, and learn how environmental resilience and performance align.
 

Energy Flex

Hear from operators, retailers, aggregators, and tech innovators driving a decarbonised, decentralised, and resilient grid.

You'll gain actionable insights from industry leaders, helping you deliver business and operational success.
All this free content is CPD accredited CPD Certification Service

A SHOW EXPERIENCE DESIGNED TO HELP YOU:

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Network with utilities biggest players, share your experiences and learn from others; face-to-face at Europe's only pan-utility event.

 

 

DISCOVER INNOVATION

Access brand-new ideas and be inspired by sector leaders and solution providers, to stay on top of your ever-changing industry.

 


 

SPARK IDEAS AND ACTION

Solve critical challenges and take away practical advice and ideas from the award-winning content programme.

 


 

Utility Week Members also get:

// All content on the Utility Week website to monitor the market and empower your teams
// Daily Newsletter - has everything you need to know for the day ahead
// My Utility Week - receive and tailor your content so you get the content most useful to you
// Ask Utility Week - search the archives using the new AI tool to maximise efficiencies
// Digital Weekly - see all the week's issues in one view - a one-stop shop for your news
// Monthy Flex Newsletter - includes the key trends in energy flexibility
// Regulation Review - a monthly deep dive into regulatory developments
// Multi-domain access - get full coverage all under one license

 

Network with thousands of utilities professionals at Utility Week Live 2026

Join over 4,000 industry professionals, and discover solutions and innovations from over 200 exhibitors