At the 26th International Congress on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID 2026), held in Marseille from October 12–17 and bringing together more than 1,000 irrigation and drainage specialists from around the world, Société du Canal de Provence (SCP) unveiled Future Hydro, an ambitious initiative designed to transform existing water distribution networks into intelligent systems capable of anticipating demand, optimizing water transfers, and reducing energy consumption. The ultimate goal is to strengthen regional resilience to climate change.
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The Irrigation Show and Education Week is the irrigation industry’s ultimate resource for cutting-edge technology, best-in-class education and invaluable networking opportunities. If you’re ready to elevate your skills and supercharge your business, this is the event for you!