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JPI Seminar on Water PPPs and Public-Private Partnerships

Date & Time: April 23, 2026, from 09:30 to 12:00
Location: Online and on-site options available
Instructor: Kenichiro Fukuda, Associate Partner, EY Strategy and Consulting
Registration: Click here for more details and registration

The recent seminar organized by JPI (Japan Planning Institute) will delve into the critical topic of "Water Public-Private Partnerships" and explore the latest developments in public-private collaborations as they relate to widening services in the water sector. Kenichiro Fukuda from EY Strategy and Consulting will be the keynote speaker, bringing expert insights into the ongoing challenges and future possibilities facing water supply and sewerage systems in Japan.

Context and Key Issues

Water supply and sewerage services form an essential infrastructure for civic life and industrial operations, yet they are transitioning from an era of expansion to one focused on sustainability and management. The sector faces significant challenges including labor shortages, deteriorating assets, and declining demand for services. As such, the future of water management is increasingly looking towards broader collaborative efforts and public-private partnerships to ensure efficiency and innovation.

Focus of the Seminar

The discussion will cover an array of topics designed to highlight both the current situation and the evolving framework of water services in Japan. Key points include:
1. Current Status of Water Services
- Overview of existing regulations
- Economic viability and asset management issues
- Future projections for service pricing
2. Transformative Movements
- Patterns of organizational mergers and collaborations
- Development of supplementary organizations in Akita Prefecture
3. Understanding PPPs and Concessions
- Core discussions regarding PPPs
- Introduction to pertinent domestic and international case studies
4. Insights into Water PPPs
- Important frameworks regarding Water PPPs
- Examples from similar cases in Gunma and Arao cities
- Promotion strategies and budgeting for Water PPPs
5. Future Prospects for Water Services
- Trends in collaboration and new PPP developments
6. Q&A Session
7. Networking Opportunities
In an environment where direct interaction with experts is rare, this seminar not only facilitates the exchange of information between attendees from various sectors but also encourages the formation of new professional networks.

Participation Options

• - On-Site Attendance - (Archive streaming not included)
• - Live Streaming Attendance - (Archive streaming not included)
• - Archive Streaming Attendance

Note: On-site and live attendees may add archive access for a special rate of 18,500 JPY (tax included).

Registration Fees

• - Single Participant: 37,690 JPY (tax included)
• - Additional Participants from the same organization: 32,690 JPY (tax included)
• - Public sector attendees: Up to two participants for 11,000 JPY (on-site/live options)

For in-depth discussions or follow-up inquiries post-seminar, participants are encouraged to engage with the speaker directly. This occasion promises to be a fruitful opportunity for networking, sharing insights, and discovering new business ventures.

Contact Details:
Japan Planning Institute
Address: 5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Kowa Hiroo Building, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047
Phone: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI

About JPI:
For over half a century, JPI has provided exclusive, insightful seminars designed for senior executives and management, facilitating effective national policy advancements and national projects through collaboration among the government and private sectors.