Sunday, June 1st
Registration and Welcome Cocktail
Join your peers and industry professionals at this can't-miss networking event. Meet with fellow IPW delegates from over 40 countries and celebrate the start of International Pulp Week.
Monday, June 2nd
Continental Breakfast
Opening & Introductions
Looking Back, Moving Forward: 20 Years of Industry Insights
Kevin Mason
Join Kevin Mason, a longtime presenter at the IPW conference, as he takes us on a journey through the past 20 years of the industry. Celebrating the conference's 20th anniversary, Kevin will highlight key themes from previous years, reflect on the present, and offer insights into the trends shaping the future. This session is a unique opportunity to learn from the evolution of the industry and gain inspiration for what's to come.
Economic Uncertainty: A Macro View on Tariffs and Global Markets
Joaquin Kritz Lara
Join Joaquin, Chief Economist and Head of Macro at Numera Analytics, for an insightful look at the global economic outlook amid the current turbulence created by widespread US tariffs and the escalating trade war between the US and China. A well-anticipated session, Joaquin will offer expert analysis on how these developments are reshaping global markets and what industries can expect moving forward. His session will provide valuable insights that will help businesses navigate through the complexities of these challenging times.
Metsä Fibre’s enhanced position in Softwood Pulp
Mikko Antsalo
Mikko Antsalo will present global pulp markets from the perspective of the leading supplier of market softwood pulp, Metsä Fibre. Metsä Fibre is the only company to have recently added significant new softwood capacity through investments in the most modern pulp production technology and with a strong focus on environmental performance.
The Global Hardwood Market
Leonardo Grimaldi
Coffee Break
How Carbon Capture and Removal is Unlocking a $100 Billion New Market Opportunity for the Global Pulp and Paper Industry
Jonathan Rhone
Capturing and sequestering biogenic CO2 from boiler stack emissions is a $100 billion per year new market opportunity for the global pulp and paper industry to double mill EBITDA, diversify revenue and decarbonize operations. Jon Rhone, co-founder and CEO of CO280, will describe the market for permanent carbon dioxide removal, why companies like Microsoft, Google, and JPMorgan are buying CDR to achieve net zero goals, and how the pulp and paper industry is ideally suited to supply this new carbon market. He will also describe how new partnerships, business models, capture technologies, and financing structures are unlocking billions of new investments in carbon removal projects at pulp mills beginning in the US Gulf Coast and Alberta, Canada.
Navigating EUDR Compliance with Automation and Digital Tools
Thomas Carr
With the December 31, 2025 deadline fast approaching, EUDR compliance is crucial for North American exporters. Osapiens will highlight key updates from the latest EUDR FAQ (version 4) for pulp producers, showcasing how automation and digital tools can streamline compliance and reduce risks. Proactive companies are leveraging this moment to build smarter, more transparent supply chains that offer a competitive edge. Osapiens will also discuss why timely action is essential.
Closing Comments
Networking Lunch
Tuesday, June 3rd
Continental Breakfast
Opening & Introductions
Managing Geopolitical Uncertainty and Its Challenges
Robert McKellar
Mr. McKellar’s keynote will present an innovative, scenario-based approach to managing geopolitical uncertainty, using a hypothetical pulp industry company to explore how it identifies relevant global issues and develops strategies for forward planning. The case focuses on US tariffs, and adds a real-time twist: after completing the assessment on April 8, a tariff pause is announced on April 9, challenging the company (and the presenter) to quickly adapt and adjust strategies in real time. This session offers practical insights into navigating fast-evolving geopolitical landscapes.
Reshaping China’s Pulp and Paper Industry in a Shifting Global Landscape and Supply Chains
Haidong Weng
As global trade becomes more unpredictable and geopolitical tensions rise, China’s pulp and paper industry faces significant challenges. This session explores how companies are adapting supply chains, securing raw materials, and pursuing sustainable growth. Haidong will highlight key strategies centered on innovation, circular economy practices, and navigating trade disruptions in an increasingly complex world.
The Shanghai Pulp Futures Exchange Path to Internationalization
Jin Feifei
Jin Feifei will share insights into the Shanghai Futures Exchange’s growing role on the international stage and explore the evolution of its pulp futures market. The presentation will cover how the SPFE is expanding its global reach, how the pulp futures market operates within that framework, and what the future may hold as the Exchange looks to develop new tools and products for the pulp and paper industry.
How Luojing Terminal is Meeting China's Pulp Demand
Tian Jun
This session offers an inside look at the stevedore operations and infrastructure at Luojing Terminal, a key logistics hub for China's pulp imports. The presentation will highlight how both technology and physical facilities are designed to support the specialized needs of the pulp business. The speaker will also outline the terminal’s development strategy and future goals to meet the growing demands of the Chinese market.
Coffee Break
Global Pulp Market: Demand Drivers and Outlook
Emanuele Bona
Emanuele Bona, PPPC’s Vice President, will use the latest data and market trends to examine evolving demand of market pulp and outline what’s ahead for the near-term market outlook.
Current Trends in End-Use Markets
Mathieu Wener
Drawing on recent developments in major end-use markets such as tissue and printing and writing papers, Mathieu Wener will share insights into the near-term outlook for these key pulp markets. His analysis will connect past trends with future expectations.
Closing Comments
Harbour Tour of Vancouver
As part of our 20th Anniversary celebrations for International Pulp Week, we are pleased to invite you on an exclusive Harbour Tour of Vancouver aboard the Magic Charm! This unique excursion, guided by a representative of the Port of Vancouver, offers a behind-the-scenes look at North America’s most diverse and Canada’s largest port. Beyond the industry insights, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Vancouver skyline and North Shore mountains, with a chance to spot harbour seals, sea lions, bald eagles, and even the occasional whale. This special experience is made possible by the Port of Vancouver and SSA Marine.