International Commission
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ICOLD Invites You
It is an honor for me to welcome you to a historic moment for our global community of dam engineers and experts. In 2026, Mexico will be the proud host of the International Congress on Large Dams (ICOLD).
Distinguished ICOLD members, colleagues, and friends from the world of hydraulic engineering:
With great pride and excitement, I extend my most sincere invitation to ICOLD Mexico 2026, an event that promises to mark a before and after in the history of our organization. As President of ICOLD Mexico, it is an honor for me to host this extraordinary meeting, which will not only bring together the brightest minds in dam and water resources engineering, but will also be an opportunity to discover the greatness and wealth of a country that lives in constant synergy with water: Mexico.
Our country, with its unparalleled cultural diversity, breathtaking landscapes and legacy of innovation in hydraulic engineering, is ready to welcome you with open arms. Mexico has been able to transform its challenges into opportunities, and throughout our history we have demonstrated our capacity for resilience and evolution, in which water has always been and continues to be a symbol of life and prosperity.
ICOLD Mexico 2026 will be much more than a technical event; it will be a celebration of ideas that transform, projects that build sustainable futures and partnerships that are born to last. Here, under the Mexican sun, we will discuss global water challenges, share innovative solutions and celebrate our passion for creating a more resilient and connected world.
In addition to the technical richness, I invite you to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of our country, to tour our colonial cities, to marvel at our archaeological sites and to let yourself be carried away by the warmth of our people. Every corner of Mexico tells a story, and I am sure that this will be an experience that will remain engraved in your memory.
With the conviction that together we will continue to build bridges of knowledge, I look forward to seeing you at Mexico 2026, an event that will be as unforgettable as it is transformative. It is time to share, learn and strengthen our global community around water, and what better place to do so than in the land where water flows like the very soul of our nation.
With gratitude and enthusiasm,
Dr. Humberto Marengo Mogollón
President, ICOLD Mexico