New Zealand Trade & Industrial Waters Conference 2026

Sponsorship Prospectus

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On behalf of the Board of the New Zealand Trade & Industrial Waters Forum, we invite you to partner with the 2026 Industrial Waters Conference being held in Palmerston North, 19-21 August 2026.

This conference is a valuable opportunity to showcase your people, your services and the science behind your products, directly to a credible and influential group. It is also a chance for you to network and generate new business in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Whether your goals are creating awareness, lead or sales generation, product / service positioning, networking or promotion; we will work with you to tailor a sponsorship package that meets your requirements. Your return on investment is our priority, and we are here to partner and cooperate with you to achieve your marketing goals and connect you with the influencers of the industry.

All sponsorship opportunities are available on a first-in, first-served basis.

Please email execofficer@nztiwf.org.nz if you have any questions.

If you are interested in sponsorship a specific component of the conference instead of a package, please don’t hesitate to get in touch and let us know what we have in mind. We’re more than happy to tailor an offering to suit your needs and company objectives. Contact Jennifer Leadley at execofficer@nztiwf.org.nz.

About NZTIWF

The New Zealand Trade & Industrial Waters Forum is a voice for all matters relating to the Industrial Water Environment in New Zealand.

Covering all areas of the wastewater sector dealing with liquid trade and hazardous wastes including industrial effluent, loss prevention, stormwater contamination, sewer and infrastructure asset protection, grease traps, oil and solvent separation, toxic organic chemical discharges, digestion of trade-waste for cogeneration, water re-use and water minimisation systems.

We negotiate agreements with utility providers, identify means for managing stormwater and identify technologies to improve water efficiency.

Sponsorship Packages

Benefits	Platinum $9,000 + GST	Gold $6,700 + GST	Silver $4,900 + GST	Bronze $3,300 + GST
The opportunity to deliver a 3-minute presentation during the conference	Y
Freestanding company banner displayed in the main conference room for the duration of the conference (banner to be supplied by your company)	Y
Opportunity to provide branded pads and pens to delegates (supplied by your company)	Y
Opportunity to provide 1 x promotional item/takeaway (supplied by your company) at the registration desk	Y	Y
Verbal acknowledgement by the MC at the beginning of each day	Y	Y	Y
Electronic copy of the 'opt-in' delegate list	Before & after conference	Before & after conference	After conference	After Conference
Recognition as a sponsor in all pre-conference marketing, material, conference programme	Y	Y	Y	Y
Inclusion in an event newsletter pre-conference (facilitated by Conferences & Events)	1 direct email to delegates	Special inclusion 150 words with image	Special inclusion 150 words with image
Your company logo on the main screen at the beginning of all plenary sessions acknowledging your sponsor status	Y	Y	Y	Y
Your company logo on the conference website, linked to your website	Y	Y	Y	Y
Complimentary Full conference registration including the Icebreaker & Networking Function	3	2	1	1
Complimentary Conference Dinner Tickets	3	2	1
Complimentary exhibition display in a prime position (3.0m x 1.8m SPACE ONLY. Table and chair provided)	2 x Exhibition Spaces	1 x Exhibition Space	1 x Exhibition Space	1 x Exhibition Space

Be creative and think about investing in some great stand-alone sponsorship items!

The most effective items are those that improve the conference experience for delegates who will come away with a positive memory of the event and YOUR company.

Icebreaker & Networking Function - $3,500 + GST

0 Available

This is the first formal networking opportunity for all delegates. Drinks and nibbles will be served.

Opportunity to give a 2 minute address
Naming rights and recognition in the conference promotional material and logo on holding slide displayed at all sessions
Display your free-standing company banner / signage during the Icebreaker & Networking Function (signage supplied by you)
Opportunity to brand, decorate and include promotional material/gifts and activities at the function, at your expense and with committee approval
Acknowledgement on conference website including logo and link to your website
One complimentary conference registration including conference Icebreaker & Networking Function

Session Sponsor - $1,800 + GST

Unlimited

Sponsor your choice of a Breakout Session or Panel Discussion.

Your logo on the holding slide during your sponsored session
Free standing banner in the room during your sponsored session
Acknowledgement by the session chair as the session sponsor
Recognition in conference promotional material & conference programme
Acknowledgement on conference website including logo and link to your website

Keynote Speaker Sponsor - $1,800 + GST

2 Available

Show your support for a keynote speaker.

Your logo on the holding slide during your sponsored session
Free standing banner in the room during your sponsored session
Acknowledgement by the session chair as the speaker sponsor
Recognition in conference promotional material & conference programme
Acknowledgement on conference website including logo and link to your website

Name Badges & Lanyards - $2,000 + GST (plus lanyard supply)

0 Available

Let the delegates carry your brand! Be the sole sponsor of the conference lanyard and nametags.

Your company logo on the delegate name tag and lanyard (lanyards to be supplied by your company)
Recognition in conference promotional material
Acknowledgement on conference website including logo and link to your website

Exhibition Space - $1,290 + GST

Unlimited

The Space Only exhibition includes:

Allocated space 3.0m (w) x 1.8m (d)

Both exhibition options include:

One dressed table (1.8m by 0.75m) and two chairs. Please let us know if you do not require this furniture.
Power supply.
Your company logo on the conference website, with a link to your website.
One complimentary Exhibitor Pass per space. Please note, an Exhibitor Pass is for the exhibition stand only and is not a Full Conference Registration. Exhibitors can upgrade their Pass to a Full Conference Registration for $600 + GST.
Additional Exhibitor Passes can be purchased at $260 + GST per person and please email industrialwaters@confer.co.nz to arrange this.

Excludes:

Additional stand items such as booth panels, poster boards, lighting etc. These can be hired by contacting the exhibition display company (details will be sent to you)
Conference Dinner tickets, which can be purchased separately

The exhibition area will be held in the Elwood Room of the Palmerston North Conference & Function Centre. To ensure all exhibitors receive maximum exposure, the Welcome Function, tea breaks, lunches and the Exhibitor Session will be held in the exhibition area.

Exhibitors are encouraged to create dynamic and creative displays, providing participants with an added incentive to visit their stand.

Space Allocation

Spaces are held first for sponsors. All other spaces are available on a first in first served basis. The final floor plan is at the discretion of the Conference Organisers who reserve the right to make any modifications required.

Conference Notebook Sponsor - $500 + GST

1 Available

The opportunity to provide a branded notebook to each delegate attending the conference. Notebooks to be supplied by your company.

Conference Pen Sponsor - $500 + GST

1 Available

Ensure your company is remembered after the conference, with the opportunity to supply branded pens. Pens to be supplied by your company.

Let's Talk

Sometimes it is helpful to talk over your reasons for being involved to find the best fit. Or perhaps you want a bespoke package created. Either way we love to connect with event supporters so give us a call.