Welcome to CIB W062 Maribor 2026

The University of Maribor, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Architecture, is proud to host the 51st International Symposium of CIB W062 on Water Supply and Drainage for Buildings.

This symposium brings together researchers, industry professionals, practitioners, and policymakers from around the world to discuss the latest innovations, challenges, and best practices in the design, construction, and management of water supply and drainage systems in the built environment.

Conference Topics

The programme will include, but will not necessarily be restricted to:

 

Water Supply Systems

• • Domestic hot water systems and energy conservation
  • Water supply systems and drinking water treatment
  • Hygienic water quality in buildings
  • Legionella prevention and control

Drainage Systems

• • Hydraulics related to pressure piping and gravity drainage
  • Rainwater drainage systems
  • High-rise building drainage systems
  • Calculation and layout methodologies

Sustainability and Innovation

• • Water conservation and re-use
  • Greywater and rainwater harvesting
  • Sustainable plumbing systems
  • Materials behaviour and pathology

Maintenance and Renovation

• • Maintenance and renovation of plumbing systems
  • Materials: corrosion, plastic pipes, etc.
  • Building Information Modelling (BIM) applications

Important Dates

Detailed information on paper submission and registration will be available soon.

Venue & Location

University of Maribor

The symposium will be held at the

University of Maribor

Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Architecture, located in Maribor, Slovenia.

Slovenia and Maribor

Slovenia is centrally located in the heart of Europe, where the Alps meet the Mediterranean and the Pannonian Plain. This small but diverse country borders Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia, making it easily accessible from all major European cities. With excellent transport connections, rich cultural heritage, and stunning natural beauty, Slovenia offers an ideal setting for international conferences.

Maribor is Slovenia’s second-largest city, situated in the northeastern part of the country along the Drava River. Known for its rich cultural heritage, wine-growing tradition, and beautiful old town, Maribor offers a perfect blend of history and modern amenities.

Conference Hotel

Information about the accommodation options.

 

Provisional Program

Monday, August 17, 2026

Evening: Committee Meeting (on invitation only)

 

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Delegates: Technical Session Day 1 (Technical Sessions, Coffee Breaks, Lunch)
Accompanying Persons: Full-day Excursion to Ljubljana
Evening (All): Welcome Reception

 

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Delegates: Technical Session Day 2 (Technical Sessions, Coffee Breaks, Lunch)
Accompanying Persons: Full-day Excursion to Celje
Evening (All): Gala Dinner

 

Thursday, August 20, 2026 – Technical Tour

All Participants: Technical Tour & Excursion (including Lunch)
Evening (All): Farewell Dinner

 

Contact Information

Host & Conference Organiser:

University of Maribor, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Architecture

Email:       cibw062@um.si

Website:   fgpa.um.si/cibw062

CIB W062 Commission

CIB W062 on Water Supply and Drainage for Buildings was established in 1971. The commission coordinates international cooperation in research and innovation related to water systems in buildings.

 

Scientific committee

B. Bleys, Buildwise, Belgium, CIB W062 Coordinator

C.L. Cheng, Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

D. Cole, IAPMO, USA

H. Kose, Toyo University, Japan

J. Lee, National Taichung University of Science & Technology, Taiwan

M. Nekrep, University of Maribor, Slovenia

L.H. Oliveira, University of São Paulo, Brazil

M. Otsuka, Kanto Gakuin University, Japan

A. Silva-Afonso, ANQIP, Portugal

Z. Vranayova, Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia

L.T. Wong, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China