Dubai:The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is set to organize the 28th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from October 20 to 22, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event will be held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.

According to Emirates News Agency, WETEX 2026 will feature a Health and Safety Hub that hosts a variety of activities and exhibitions, including a Health and Safety Conference. This conference will cover the latest developments in occupational health and safety across schools, homes, and workplaces.

The conference will gather senior executives and experts from around the world, focusing on health, safety, wellbeing, emergency preparedness, and emerging workplace risks. Discussions will emphasize promoting health and wellbeing, leveraging artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to manage risks, and improving quality of life through effective governance.

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA and Founder and Chairman of WETEX, stated that the exhibition aligns with the Dubai Social Agenda 33 and the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031. These initiatives aim to establish the UAE as a global leader in quality of life.

The conference will also highlight innovations and technologies that enhance health and safety practices, protect individuals, and safeguard property and the environment. Panel discussions will include topics such as AI in health and safety performance, transparency and ethics in AI systems, AI-augmented workplace safety, and data-driven leadership.