PICAC at the 2026 World Plumbing Conference Birmingham

The World Plumbing Conference 2026 is officially underway in Birmingham, UK – and PICAC is proud to be part of it!
 
Held every three years and supported by the World Plumbing Council, this global gathering brings together industry leaders, professionals and innovators from across the plumbing sector.
 
Today’s opening address from Kevin Wellman, CEO of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) set an inspiring tone for the rest of the day, highlighting plumbing’s evolving role in protecting public health, advancing sustainability and shaping global infrastructure.
 
PICAC CEO Shayne La Combre joined a panel of international experts to explore how licensing and regulatory frameworks can strengthen quality, accountability and public confidence across the industry.
 
As demand for skilled trades continues to grow worldwide, these conversations matter. Ensuring our industry remains safe and future-ready starts with dialogue like this.
 
The conference continues throughout the week, with Shayne contributing to further discussions on the future of the global plumbing sector. PICAC looks forward to three days of collaboration, innovation and shared purpose.