MWIA 2026 — Recognising Excellence in Water & Sewerage Infrastructure
Honouring the organisations, professionals, researchers, and innovators driving excellence across Malaysia's water and sewerage industry.Recognising outstanding achievements in infrastructure delivery, innovation, research, sustainability, and community impact through seven distinct awards under the Malaysia Water Industry Award (MWIA) 2026.
Guidelines → Submit Your Entry →Submissions open 3 July 2026 · Deadline 7 August 2026, 11:59 PM · Awards Ceremony 22 September 2026
Award Categories
7 Distinct Awards Across 4 Main Categories
Submissions are open to Malaysian-registered organisations, including design consultants, contractors, operators, implementing agencies, technology providers, researchers, research organisations, academic institutions, and industry R&D teams, subject to the specific eligibility requirements of each category.
Category 01
Best Project — Water
3 Awards Available
Recognising outstanding delivery in water treatment plants, pipeline works, reservoir construction, and rural water supply projects.
Category 02
Best Project — Sewerage
2 Awards Available
Honouring excellence in sewerage treatment plant construction, network development, and rehabilitation of sewerage infrastructure.
Category 03
Most Innovative Solutions (Water & Sewerage) — Made in Malaysia
1 Awards Available
Celebrating homegrown innovations in water and sewerage with proven industry application and demonstrated sustainability impact.
Category 04
Most Innovative Research & Development (Water or Sewerage) — Malaysia
1 Awards Available
Recognising outstanding research and development innovations in water and sewerage that demonstrate strong potential for industry adoption and future sustainability impact.
Evaluation Criteria
All submissions are assessed across six dimensions by an independent judging panel.
Project Delivery
Performance on time and cost efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
Quality & Performance
Reliability and quality of the outputs delivered.
Technical Excellence
Level of engineering complexity and quality of execution.
Sustainability Impact
Contribution to environmental sustainability and ESG outcomes.
Value Creation
Long-term benefits and overall cost efficiency delivered.
Innovation
Adoption of new technologies or innovative approaches in execution.
Key Timeline
All deadlines are strictly enforced. Late submissions will not be accepted.
30 June 2026
Award Call Announcement
Official announcement of MWIA 2026, including all categories and eligibility criteria.
3 July 2026
Submissions Open
Online submission portal opens at 12:00 AM via official form.
7 August 2026
Submission Deadline
All entries must be submitted by 11:59 PM. Strict — no exceptions.
11 – 30 August 2026
Evaluation Period
Judging panel assessment; site visits for shortlisted entries where required.
11 September 2026
Winners Announced
Finalists and winners officially notified.
22 September 2026
Awards Ceremony
Gala night and official presentation of trophies, plaques, and certificates at MWA's Annual Dinner.
Who Can Apply
Category-specific eligibility requirements apply. Applicants are encouraged to review the Award Guidelines before preparing their submissions.
Download Award Guidelines [Click Here]