A new chapter at KWB

Launch of the "Water & Risk" group and other developments 

At KWB, our mission centres on cutting-edge research and developing innovative, practical solutions. To meet the growing demands in water management, we are proud to announce the establishment of our new research group, "Water & Risk." This milestone marks a significant step forward in our evolution and reinforces our commitment to tackling current challenges through an interdisciplinary approach.

"Water & Risk": A Strategic Focus on the Future 

Led by Wolfgang Seis, who assumed his new role on April 1st 2025, the "Water & Risk" group is dedicated to quantifying and assessing risks in water supply and sanitation systems. The aim is to develop and implement innovative methods for modelling and analysing risks, enabling informed, forward-looking decisions in water management. The group’s focus encompasses health, environmental, physical, and digital risks. Wolfgang and his interdisciplinary team bring together expertise from various fields to address these challenges holistically.

New Structure in Software Development 

In addition to the launch of "Water & Risk," there are further updates to share: Antoine Daurat has taken on the thematic leadership of the new "Software Development" unit, which is integrated into the "Smart City & Infrastructure" research group led by Nicolas Caradot. This new unit will focus on creating bespoke software solutions tailored to the needs of the sector.

Changes in our group structure: Farewell and a fresh start 

As part of these organisational changes, we bid farewell to our former group leader, David Steffelbauer. He has left KWB to return to his home country and establish his own company. We look forward to collaborating with David in the future. 

David’s former research group, "Hydroinformatics," will now be integrated into existing teams and the newly formed "Water & Risk" group. This ensures the continuity of his valuable work while aligning it with our new strategic priorities.

Building a strong foundation for future success 

These structural and personnel changes reflect our ambition to position KWB as a leader in research and development within urban water management, creating tangible benefits for society. 

If you’d like to learn more about our new group leader, Wolfgang Seis, and his work, click here to read an interview in which he discusses the key focus areas of his research and his goals in this new role.

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