Launch of the upgraded real-time system for the Zurich water supply

After five years of development, the completely renewed real-time system by TK CONSULT AG for the Water Supply Zurich (WVZ) has gone live. The system has been used for more than a decade for the daily optimization of groundwater recharge at Hardhof, as well as for numerically supported monitoring of process operations.

In this context, we had the pleasure of inviting guests to the official launch of the new version of the real-time management system on March 26, 2026 at the WVZ.

Three presentations on the following topics provided the framework for lively discussions and a fruitful exchange:

• Water Supply Zurich: Challenges of drinking water production at Hardhof, Dr. Rahel Oechslin (WVZ)
• Hardhof Real-Time System: Model based process optimization and system monitoring for clean drinking water, Dr. Rouven Künze (TK CONSULT AG)
• Current and future challenges of sustainable groundwater management in Switzerland, Dr. Christian Moeck (Eawag / CH-GNet)

We would like to thank all participants for a successful evening, the external presenters for their insightful contributions, and Water Supply Zurich for the excellent collaboration. If you have any questions about real-time management systems, the TK CONSULT AG team is happy to assist.