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WI.Plat Showcases Smart Water Management Technology at AQUATECH MEXICO 2026

WI.Plat participated in AQUATECH MEXICO 2026, held from September 1 to 3 at Centro Citibanamex in Mexico City, presenting its AI- and IoT-based leak detection and water network management technologies.

Organized by RAI Amsterdam and Informa Markets, AQUATECH MEXICO is a professional exhibition focused on water technologies and solutions.

During the exhibition, WI.Plat welcomed water utilities and professionals from the water monitoring, treatment, pumping equipment, and engineering sectors across Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and other Latin American markets. Visitors showed particular interest in the company’s leak detection and water network monitoring technologies, while discussions also covered potential local distribution and business cooperation.

Through its participation, WI.Plat gained further insight into the region’s water management needs and expanded its network of potential customers and partners. The company will continue follow-up discussions to explore new business opportunities in Latin America.

September 23, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Participates in Uzbekistan’s District Heating Infrastructure Modernization Project

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WI.Plat is participating in an AI-based district heating management demonstration project in Angren, Uzbekistan, marking another step in the company’s expansion into Central Asia.

The project aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of Angren’s aging district heating network by collecting field data through monitoring equipment and sensors. The data will be integrated into a centralized monitoring system to support the early detection of pipeline leaks, heat loss, and other abnormal conditions.

WI.Plat will supply leak detection sensors for district heating pipelines and support real-time leak monitoring. Through this project, the company will demonstrate how its leak detection technology and field experience in water distribution networks can be applied to district heating infrastructure.

WI.Plat plans to use the Angren project as a reference for expanding its leak management solutions across Uzbekistan and other Central Asian markets.

September 23, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Signs Second Performance-Based NRW Reduction Project in Indonesia with Banjar PDAM

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WI.Plat Signs Second Performance-Based NRW Reduction Project in Indonesia with Banjar PDAM

WI.Plat has signed its second performance-based NRW reduction project in Indonesia, accelerating the overseas expansion of its AI-based smart water management business.

Under the KOICA Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) programme, WI.Plat concluded a three-year Performance-Based Project (PBP) contract with Perumda Air Minum Tirta Anom, Banjar City (Banjar PDAM) and held an official signing ceremony.

The contract follows last year’s agreement with Perumda Tirta Musi in Palembang, Indonesia’s first performance-based NRW reduction project. Together they show that the technology and business model verified through the KOICA IBS programme are now being carried into consecutive commercial projects abroad.

The ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Banjar and senior city officials, the management of Banjar PDAM, and representatives of WI.Plat and its local partner, who pledged to work together for the successful delivery of the project. After the ceremony, the delegation visited the Banjar PDAM water treatment plant to review its main facilities and discuss the operating status of the project area and the implementation plan. As an official event held jointly by the city government and the water utility, the ceremony also confirmed the local government’s interest in and support for smart water management.

Banjar PDAM faces high non-revenue water (NRW) and needs to expand new service connections while improving operating efficiency. Through this project the utility expects to establish a data-driven, systematic leak management framework and raise the efficiency of its water supply operations. WI.Plat will introduce AI-based leak-sound analysis, data-driven network management and a performance-oriented operating system to reduce NRW and deliver a more reliable water service.

“This contract is a meaningful result that shows WI.Plat’s AI-based smart water management technology and performance-based business model are earning the trust of Indonesian water utilities and continuing to spread,” said Sang-Hoon Cha, CEO of WI.Plat. “We will deliver this project successfully, make Banjar a flagship smart water management success case for regional water utilities in Indonesia, expand cooperation with utilities in other regions on that basis, and keep scaling the performance-based model.”

Following the signing, WI.Plat will work with Banjar PDAM to establish the baseline, carry out field surveys, run AI-based data analysis, repair leaks and evaluate performance in stages. Building on the PBP experience gained in Palembang and Banjar, the company plans to extend cooperation to other regional utilities in Indonesia and to keep bringing the smart water management technology and business model developed through the KOICA IBS project to overseas markets.

Beyond a simple technology supply, the contract applies Korea’s AI-based smart water management technology and performance-based business model directly to the operation of a local water utility. It is also regarded as a case in which technology discovered through the KOICA IBS programme has led to a commercial project, linking public cooperation with private business.

WI.Plat plans to expand its sustainable smart water management model across developing markets, starting with Indonesia, on the basis of the technology and business experience accumulated through the KOICA IBS programme.

Source: Korea Economic TV, 4 August 2026 (press release prepared jointly by KOICA and WI.Plat) — original article (Korean)

August 4, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Selected for WIN-WIN HONORS through AI-Based Leak Management Demonstration with Korea Midland Power

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WI.Plat Selected for WIN-WIN HONORS through AI-Based Leak Management Demonstration with Korea Midland Power

WI.Plat’s AI-based leak management system demonstration, carried out in cooperation with Korea Midland Power, has been selected for the 2026 WIN-WIN HONORS project by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups.

The project focused on addressing micro-leak issues in power plant piping systems, using the Sejong Power Division as a demonstration site. In power plants, constant operational noise and complex piping structures make it difficult to identify leak sounds through conventional methods. WI.Plat applied its AI-based leak sound analysis technology to this challenging environment, using actual field data such as piping information and operational noise data.

Through this demonstration, WI.Plat verified how AI can help distinguish leak sounds from background noise in industrial facilities. The project also showed that WI.Plat’s technology, originally developed and applied in the water distribution sector, can be expanded to power plants, industrial facilities, and other infrastructure where early leak detection is directly linked to operational efficiency and asset safety.

This collaboration also builds on the achievements recognized at the 2025 Public-Private Open Innovation Performance Sharing Event, where the AI-based leak management project received the Minister of SMEs and Startups Award. The 2026 WIN-WIN HONORS selection further highlights the project as a meaningful cooperation model between a public enterprise and a technology startup.

Korea Midland Power provided the field environment and operational data needed for technical verification, while WI.Plat contributed its AI leak detection expertise and field-oriented solution development capabilities. Together, the two organizations created a practical case of public-private cooperation aimed at solving real operational challenges in industrial infrastructure.

With this selection, WI.Plat will continue to advance its AI-based smart leak management solutions and expand their application beyond water networks to power plants, plants, industrial piping systems, and public infrastructure.

July 8, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Participates in ACE26 and Discusses Smart Leak Management Opportunities in North America

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WI.Plat Participates in ACE26 and Discusses Smart Leak Management Opportunities in North America

WI.Plat participated in ACE26(AWWA Conference & Exhibition 2026), held from June 21 to 25 in Washington, D.C., USA.

ACE is one of the major water industry events in North America, bringing together water utilities, engineering firms, public institutions, and technology companies to share technologies, operational experience, and policy trends in the water sector. WI.Plat joined the Korean Pavilion at this year’s exhibition and introduced its AI-based intelligent leak monitoring and detection technology.

During the exhibition, WI.Plat met with water utilities, engineering and consulting firms, and other water industry stakeholders from the United States and other regions. Visitors asked about WI.Plat’s leak monitoring approach, field application cases, and potential pilot project opportunities.

In the North American market, aging water infrastructure, operational efficiency, and workforce limitations are key issues for many utilities. Against this background, WI.Plat was able to confirm practical interest in its IoT sensor and AI analytics-based leak management approach. Several utilities and water industry companies also discussed possible follow-up opportunities for field application, business expansion, and local partnerships.

Through ACE26, WI.Plat expanded its contact points with the North American water market and confirmed potential opportunities for practical collaboration with local utilities and water industry partners. WI.Plat will continue to follow up with the organizations and companies connected during the event and explore opportunities to apply smart leak management and NRW reduction solutions suitable for the North American market.

July 8, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Participates in SIWW 2026 and Engages with Global Water Industry Stakeholders

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WI.Plat Participates in SIWW 2026 and Engages with Global Water Industry Stakeholders

WI.Plat participated in SIWW 2026(Singapore International Water Week 2026), held from June 16 to 18 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore.

SIWW is an international water industry event that brings together water utilities, public institutions, engineering firms, technology companies, and water management professionals from around the world. At this year’s exhibition, WI.Plat introduced its AI-based intelligent leak detection system NELOW, along with its mobile acoustic leak sensor Sonic GL and fixed-type leak monitoring sensor Sonic M2.

WI.Plat’s AI development team also joined the exhibition to provide more detailed technical explanations on how leak sound and pressure data are collected, analyzed, and used to support leak suspicion analysis through AI models. Visitors showed particular interest in how data collected from GL and M2 can be analyzed on the NELOW platform and applied to actual field operations.

During the exhibition, WI.Plat met with water utilities, water management companies, engineering firms, and system integrators from Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Australia, and other countries. A total of 51 consultations were held, covering topics such as leak detection equipment, NELOW platform integration, AI-based data analysis, smart meter linkage, and integration with existing water network management systems.

Many discussions focused on data-driven management of underground pipeline leaks, leak sound analysis under different pipe materials and field conditions, and AI/LLM-based reporting and data interpretation functions. Some visitors also requested additional materials to review the possible application of WI.Plat’s solutions in water projects, buildings, industrial facilities, and data centers.

Through SIWW 2026, WI.Plat confirmed strong market interest in AI-based smart water loss management solutions across Southeast Asia and other global regions. WI.Plat will continue follow-up discussions with the organizations and companies connected during the exhibition and seek further opportunities to provide leak management and NRW reduction solutions tailored to local conditions.

July 8, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Showcases NELOW AI at WATER KOREA 2026

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WI.Plat Showcases NELOW AI at WATER KOREA 2026

WI.Plat participated in WATER KOREA 2026, held from March 18 to 20 at BEXCO in Busan, where it showcased its AI- and IoT-based intelligent water leak management solution, NELOW AI.

During the exhibition, WI.Plat engaged with a wide range of domestic and international water authorities and industry stakeholders, presenting its technologies and real-world application cases. Through these interactions, the company was able to further validate on-site demand and highlight the practical applicability and scalability of its solutions.

In particular, WI.Plat not only demonstrated its core capabilities in leak monitoring, inspection, and detection, but also introduced its AI Agent-based analytics and conversational leak management system, presenting a more intuitive and advanced approach to water network operations.

These innovations attracted strong interest from visitors, especially in the context of improving operational efficiency and reducing non-revenue water (NRW). The exhibition also provided an opportunity to explore potential collaborations in both domestic and international markets.

Building on the momentum from WATER KOREA 2026, WI.Plat plans to continue follow-up discussions with potential partners and expand its presence in global markets through tailored, data-driven water management solutions.

WI.Plat remains committed to advancing smart water management through AI-driven technologies, contributing to more efficient and sustainable water utility operations.

April 8, 2026/by wiplat

WI.Plat Participates in WETEX 2025 to Expand Global Water Industry Collaboration

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WI.Plat Participates in WETEX 2025 to Expand Global Water Industry Collaboration

Dubai, UAE – October 2025 – WI.Plat Co., Ltd., a provider of AI-driven digital water management solutions, announced that it participated in WETEX & Solar Show 2025, held from September 30 to October 2 at the Dubai World Trade Center in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

WETEX, hosted by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), is one of the largest exhibitions in the Middle East dedicated to water, energy, environmental technologies, and sustainability. The 2025 edition brought together over 2,800 companies and more than 50,000 industry professionals from 65 countries, creating a global platform for innovation and collaboration.

WI.Plat participated as part of the Korean Pavilion organized by the Korea Water Partnership (KWP) and showcased its AI-powered digital water management and leak detection solutions designed to support utilities in reducing non-revenue water and improving water distribution efficiency.

This year marked WI.Plat’s third participation in WETEX, reflecting the company’s continued engagement with the Middle Eastern water sector. During the exhibition, WI.Plat met with utilities, engineering firms, and water industry stakeholders from across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia to discuss potential collaboration and technology applications.

A representative from WI.Plat stated,
“WETEX provides an important opportunity to connect with key stakeholders in the Middle Eastern water industry. Through continued participation in global exhibitions, WI.Plat aims to expand international partnerships and contribute to the advancement of smart and sustainable water management.”

WI.Plat plans to further strengthen its presence in global water markets by promoting its digital water solutions and building strategic partnerships with utilities and industry partners worldwide.

March 10, 2026/by wiplat

From Pilot to Community: P-LINK Thailand Smart Water Management Project Transitions to Local Ownership

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From Pilot to Community: P-LINK Thailand Smart Water Management Project Transitions to Local Ownership

The P-LINK Thai Pilot Facility Handover Ceremony, held on September 11, 2025, in Bung Khla, Bueng Kan Province, marked the official transition of a successful water management project to local Thai stakeholders. This event serves as a tangible example of effective South-South and triangular cooperation.

The pilot project, titled “Increasing the Efficiency of Tap Water System in Moo 1, 2, and 3, Bung Khla Sub-district,” aims to improve local water access for 943 households (2,365 people) in a rural community along the Mekong River.

Since its launch in July 2024, the project has significantly enhanced water service reliability and quality through the deployment of smart technologies from the Korean provider, WI.Plat. These include an AI-powered leak detection system, digital billing, and cloud-based monitoring. A new water quality monitoring room was also established at the Bung Khla Subdistrict Administrative Office.

The handover ceremony brought together a diverse group of key stakeholders, including representatives from the Thai National Mekong Committee (TNMCS), United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC), the Mekong River Commission Secretariat (MRCS), the Science and Technology Policy Institute (STEPI), Mekong Institute (MI), and WI.Plat.

As a key partner, MI led the capacity-building efforts, ensuring that the community and local authorities were fully equipped to operate and maintain the new system. This approach is crucial for long-term sustainability and local ownership.

Ms. Jian Wang, Program Manager at MI, highlighted the capacity-building approach as a key component of the pilot. “We conducted in-depth discussions with the community to understand their specific context. This included not only the difficulties they were facing with conventional methods but also their hesitations about adopting new technology. By addressing these concerns directly, we provided training that truly empowered them. We believe this community-driven approach can be a replicable model for other communities in the Lower Mekong region,” Ms. Wang shared during a panel discussion with fellow experts on scaling up smart water management solutions.

The project has already shown impressive results. Each detected leak reduces water loss by approximately 24 cubic meters per day, while the mobile billing application has streamlined operations.

The handover ceremony also commemorated the UN Day for South-South Cooperation 2025. It showcased how innovative, community-based solutions developed through regional collaboration can accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals in the Mekong region. The Thai pilot is now positioned as a replicable model for smart water management, with plans to share its lessons with other communities.

Sources : https://mekonginstitute.org/from-pilot-to-community-p-link-thailand-smart-water-management-project-transitions-to-local-ownership/

October 10, 2025/by wiplat

WI.Plat Signs Performance-Based NRW Reduction Agreement with Palembang PDAM in Indonesia

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WI.Plat Signs Performance-Based NRW Reduction Agreement with Palembang PDAM in Indonesia

WI.Plat Transfers AI-Based Smart Water Management System to Indonesia
As Part of KOICA’s Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) Program

On July 22, 2025, WI.Plat Co., Ltd. signed a performance-based non-revenue water (NRW) reduction agreement with Perumda Tirta Musi (PDAM Palembang) in Indonesia, as part of the Inclusive Business Solution (IBS) program supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).

The three-year project will cover approximately 32,000 households in the Rambutan district of Palembang. The primary objective is to significantly reduce NRW through the deployment of WI.Plat’s AI-powered smart water management system.

What makes this project unique is its performance-based structure: revenue generated from reduced water losses will be shared between PDAM Palembang and the WI.Plat Consortium, which consists of WI.Plat and its local partner, Supra Internasional. This arrangement enables both parties to benefit from the project’s success and supports the implementation of a sustainable water management model.

Mr. Andi Wijaya Adani, President Director of PDAM Palembang, shared his thoughts on the agreement:
“It is a great honor to partner with the WI.Plat Consortium on Indonesia’s first performance-based project using an intelligent NRW management system. We hope to gain valuable knowledge on innovative water loss reduction strategies through this collaboration.”

WI.Plat CEO Mr. Sanghoon Cha added:
“While this project is made possible with the support of KOICA, it is especially meaningful to WI.Plat as our first official partnership with a regional water utility in Indonesia since entering the market four years ago. We will devote our full capabilities to making Palembang a leading city in smart water management.”

Ir. Ahmad Rosyid, CEO of Supra Internasional, also expressed his commitment:
“We will provide our full support and active involvement in all local operations based on WI.Plat’s technology. We are determined to contribute to the project’s success.”

WI.Plat is also planning various initiatives to support the Indonesian water sector. In particular, the company will collaborate with PERPAMSI (the Indonesian Water Supply Association) to establish an NRW Training Center, aimed at enhancing the technical capabilities of local water utilities.

Furthermore, WI.Plat intends to expand the application of its smart water management system beyond Palembang to other regions, creating sustainable water management models and delivering real, measurable improvements to local communities.

Through this agreement, WI.Plat aims to further expand its smart water management initiatives in Indonesia, enhance water service efficiency in the Palembang region, and deliver improved water services to local residents — in close collaboration with KOICA.

Sources : https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/215/0001218287

July 31, 2025/by wiplat