16 EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS
Plumbing Indaba 2026: Highlights
By
Megan O’ Connor
The Plumbing Indaba 2026 was a huge success – here are the highlights and messages from the organisers.
Plumbing’ s Travelling Exhibitions( PTE), the Plumbing Industry Registration Board( PIRB) and the Institute of Plumbing South Africa( IOPSA) successfully hosted the flagship Plumbing Indaba 2026. Thank you to all the visitors, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors and teams who helped make the event so memorable.
From PTE With 371 feet on the ground on the first day of the exhibition, and 375 feet on the ground on the second, the exhibition was bustling with activity and excitement from the get go.
Our sincere appreciation goes to the PIRB, IOPSA and PTE for their collaboration in hosting an event of this scale, and for their commitment to bringing the industry together to learn, network and grow.
Thank you to our PTE exhibitors for showcasing your products, services and expertise, helping to make the exhibition a valuable experience for every visitor.
To everyone who attended the Indaba – plumbers, building control officers, engineers and other industry professionals – thank you for your support, enthusiasm and engagement. Your participation is what makes events like Plumbing Indaba so worthwhile.
Thank you for being part of Plumbing Indaba 2026. We look forward to welcoming you again at future industry events.
From IOPSA The Plumbing Indaba 2026 was a true celebration of the industry, bringing together the Plumbing Olympics, the Conference, and the dynamic PTE Exhibition under one roof. From IOPSA’ s point of view, the energy throughout the event was unmatched. Competitors, delegates and exhibitors alike contributed to an atmosphere of professionalism, innovation and camaraderie.
The Plumbing Olympics showcased the skill and dedication of our plumbers, reinforcing the high standards our members uphold. The Conference provided valuable insights and dialogue on the future of the industry, while the PTE Exhibition impressed with its outstanding displays and cutting-edge solutions from exhibitors. Together, these elements created a powerful platform for learning, networking and celebrating excellence.
© Plumbing’ s Travelling Exhibitions
Visitors lined up at the registration tent on both days of the Exhibition.
For IOPSA, the Indaba embodied our mission to elevate the plumbing profession through education, compliance and collaboration. We are deeply grateful to all who participated, exhibited and supported the event – it was a milestone that strengthened our industry and inspired us to continue building momentum for the future.
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