In the Framework of the 13th European Forum on Eco-Innovation HIDROMOD presented its experience in developing new markets for Eco-Innovation using as na exemple AQUASAFE platform. This case was selected by the forum organization as a relevant example in what concerns the innovation in water management and it was used as a basis for the discussion of the main barriers and opportunities in research, development and the market penetration of new eco-innovation solutions.
On the 15th of August 2012 the International Water Association announced the 2012 IWA Project Innovation Awards Global winners. One of the winners, with an Honour Award was: "AQUASAFE - Smart management tool Implementation to wastewater system of Simtejo" from HIDROMOD, LDA and SIMTEJO, SA In the category Operations/Management.

AQUASAFE was distinguished with a honour award fom IWA. After being selected as a finalist in Be Inspired Bentley Awards the quality of AQUASAFE was now recognized by IWA in the framework of this prestigious event.