Overview

Dear community,

The most important gathering for the technical and scientific water community in Latin America, the XXXII Latin American Congress on Hydraulics, will take place in Valparaíso and Viña del Mar from October 19 to 23, 2026. We look forward to seeing you all there! 

The organising committee for this event is composed of the National Institute of Hydraulics (INH), the Chilean Society of Hydraulic Engineering (Sochid), the Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso, and the Federico Santa María Technical University. The congress, supported by the International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR), will feature sessions presenting participant contributions from across the region and technical papers, alongside keynote lectures and more.

 Meet the keynotes

We are proud to feature leading global experts in hydraulics, hydraulic engineering, and water sciences, who will share the latest trends, research, and innovations in the field in this year's edition of the Latin American Division Congress. A unique opportunity to learn, connect, and update your knowledge alongside international leaders in the sector. This year's international keynote speakers include: 

• Fabián Bombardelli (Argentina)

• Francina Domínguez (Colombia)

• Marcelo García (Argentina)

• Gabriela Medellín (Mexico)

• Christopher Scott (United States of America)

• Angel Menéndez (Argentina)

• Michelle Reboita (Brazil)

• Mariano Re (Argentina)