Engineering Conference
The IMESA conference is an important event for all professional engineers and municipal officials who are involved in infrastructure management and service delivery. It brings together national and international delegates to share knowledge with their peers, to receive information on the latest developments and to find innovative solutions to challenges faced by all our municipalities.
The conference has grown over the past 87 years to become an important feature in the municipal engineer's calendar and becoming the go-to conference for the professional engineer.
CONFERENCE THEME : “Engineering Revolutionised”.
Delegates can earn up to 2,5CPD points for attending all sessions and a tech tour.
Platforms for sharing the latest developments and challenges in engineering.
Speakers go through a review process to ensure quality content
Our programme encourages networking with peers and Exhibitors.
IMESA is calling for Abstracts for consideration for the 87th IMESA Conference & Exhibition. The title and topic of presentations will be evaluated for innovation, thought, leadership, business value and interest and conformance to the Conference theme. Only the best will be selected to go to the next phase. The categories for consideration are :-
Encompasses architectural planning, all engineering principles, that include materials science, with regulatory considerations to create safe, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing spaces for individuals and communities.
Ecological concerns the interactions between organisms and their environment, focusing on ecosystems, biodiversity, and the relationships between living organisms and their habitats. Environment encompasses the broader context of all ecological systems, including the physical, chemical, and biological factors that influence them, including as human activities and their impacts on natural resources and ecosystems. Social pertains to the human dimension within ecological and environmental contexts, behaviours, policies, and the equitable distribution of resources, they all are aiming to address social justice and the communities well-being alongside ecological sustainability.
Electrical focuses on the design and application of systems that utilize electricity, including power generation, transmission, and distribution. Electronic, on the other hand, is about the design and development of electronic circuits and systems, including microprocessors, and electronic devices, often involving the manipulation of small-scale electrical currents to perform various functions.
Financial matters are related to the management, investment, and allocation of monetary resources, including one of budgeting, accounting, and financial planning within organizations. Legal encompasses the framework of laws, regulations, and legal principles governing various aspects of human conduct, business transactions, and social interactions, hereby ensuring compliance and justice within a given jurisdiction. Regulatory pertains to the establishment and enforcement of rules, standards, and policies by governmental or authoritative bodies to oversee and control specific industries, activities, or behaviours, aiming to safeguard public interest, safety, and welfare.
Transportation of people and goods from one place to another using various modes such as roads, railways, airways, and waterways, encompassing infrastructure, vehicles, and logistics systems. Roads are specifically dedicated pathways for vehicular and pedestrian traffic, designed to facilitate safe and efficient transportation within urban and rural areas, while stormwater management involves the planning and implementation of systems to control and mitigate the impact of rainfall runoff, preventing flooding and erosion in urban environments.
Encompass the provision of clean and safe water for human consumption, hygiene, and domestic use, as well as the management of wastewater and sewage to prevent environmental contamination and to promote all public health. This field involves infrastructure development, treatment processes, and public policy initiatives to ensure a universal access to adequate water and sanitation services, addressing critical global health and environmental challenges.
Download official Abstract Submission Formand send completed document (word format to us. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION : 12 April 2024.
Successful applicants to submit a 12 page full paper for review. Due date will be confirmed with applicants.
Successful applicants will be required to submit a PowerPoint presentation for review
Register & Pay
BEFORE 31 July 2024
Register & Pay
BEFORE 31 July 2024
A full conference programme will be downloadable soon.
05 November 2024
Delegates and Exhibitors can registration during this time
Join us for a day of networking at the annual Golf Day. Fees excl. caddy and golf cart (for players own account).
BECOME A GOLF SPONSOR - contact Debbie on 083 326 3050
IMESA will be inaugurating their new President. Join us for this auspicious occassion.
06 November 2024
Delegates and Exhibitors can registration during this time
Presentations in the main auditorium (plenary).
Annual General Meeting for IMESA members.
07 November 2024
Delegates and Exhibitors can registration during this time
Presentations in the main auditorium (plenary).
Themed evening - Details to be advised.
08 November 2024
Delegates and Exhibitors can registration during this time
Presentations in the main auditorium (plenary).
Participating as a sponsor not only promotes your brand but also fosters collaboration and innovation within the industry. If you’re interested, review our detailed sponsorship prospectus.
Build brand awareness and network with key industry partners. Limited stands available, so book early to avoid dissapointment! Contact Debbie anderson on conference@imesa.org.za for more info.