What to expect at PaperWeek Canada
PaperWeek Canada, the number one gathering of the pulp & paper and forest products industry in Canada, will be held Feb. 1-5 2016 at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montreal.
Furthermore, the event will be held jointly with another major event – Montreal BIOFOR International – a new conference launched by PAPTAC, dedicated to the emerging Forest Bioeconomy.
Under the theme “Global Knowledge Connections”, the Program Committee is putting together a world-leading program covering the key aspects of forest products advancement. Household tracks are going to continue to lead the conference with complete programs on Packaging (TechPack), Tissue (Tissue Masters), Safety, Management, Energy and Reliability, as well as new segments on Market Pulp (PulpEx) and the Converting Industry.
PaperWeek has been steadily growing in the past couple of years, reaching a record attendance of 1150 attendees of the past three years and participation is expected to increase even more in 2016.
With an impressive roster of world-renowned keynote speakers, technical sessions and special symposia, PaperWeek will present a comprehensive program of 40+ sessions, and continue to host the PaperWeek Tradeshow which be held of three days and the prestigious PAPTAC National Awards. 12
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We look forward to seeing you in Montreal! Greg Hay Executive Director PAPTAC www.paperweekcanada.ca
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Global Knowledge Connections Welcome to the premier platform for pulp and paper and forest products advancement in Canada. Under the theme “Global Knowledge Connections�, the 2016 edition of PaperWeek will feature an incomparable learning and networking opportunity, bringing together experts from around the world on topics of the highest relevance, as well as an impressive contingent of mill personnel.
CONVERTING TRACK
TECHNICAL TRACK
NEW in 2016! A Converting Track will now be introduced as part of the diversified PaperWeek program.
The Technical Sessions at PaperWeek have always been among the strongest in the world.
ENERGY REDUCTION TRACK
RELIABILITY TRACK
Reducing energy costs and consumption continues to be at the top of priorities for mills.
What is considered world class when it comes to reliability? Hear best practices from the p&p industry and the best-in-class in other sectors.
PULPEX CONFERENCE
TISSUE MASTERS CONFERENCE
PulpEx Conference makes its entry in the PaperWeek program! A full segment covering advancements on the business and production aspects of Market Pulp.
The Tissue Sector continues to be a core segment at PaperWeek. Tissue Masters will feature experts on key technical and business components of tissue production.
SAFETY TRACK
TECHPACK CONFERENCE
Returning in 2016! A complete track devoted to Safety Best Practices.
The Packaging Program is a growing component of PaperWeek, providing the latest advancements, new technologies and market updates for the paperboard packaging industry.
MANAGEMENT TRACK Returning in 2016! A Management Track that will provide attendees who are involved in different levels of management with some of the most influential and successful leadership approaches.
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS An impressive line-up of keynote speakers are looking forward to sharing their thoughts, views and perspectives throughout the conference Suzanne Blanchet, Senior VP - Corporate Development at Cascades Discover how Cascades is evolving in today's environment and the impacts of the company's new leadership. Also hear Suzanne Blanchet's thoughts and perspectives on the current state of the industry and its future.
Sébastien Corbeil, President and CEO of CelluForce Inc. Discover the latest developments with this world-leading company in the field of Crystalline Nanocellulose (CNC) and the most recent advancements in this leading-edge sector of forest product diversification, as well as the impacts of the company's new leadership. Also hear Sébastien Corbeil's thoughts and perspectives on the current state of the industry and its future.
Tim Cork, President of Straight A’s Inc. Returning by popular demand at PaperWeek, Tim Cork will be keynote at the Business Luncheon on Tuesday February 2nd. Tim is currently the President of Straight A’s Inc., an International provider of Leadership development, Coaching and Sales Training. He is a sought after speaker and has been published in numerous magazines and papers. Known as “The Networking Guru” he educates, entertains and shares his wisdom with thousands every year. His new book “G3” focuses on being the best You, Leadership and “Netgiving”. Éric Ashby, Mill Manager and Vice-President, Domtar Windsor Providing an update on the impactful presentation “HPI” (Human Performance Improvement) related to safety culture he gave a year ago, Eric Ashby will return in 2016 with “Year 2 in the implementation of HPI at Domtar”. A truly novel approach to safety in the industrial workplace, and for the pulp and paper sector, HPI has caught the attention of several companies in the industry and Eric Ashby & Domtar have become a reference in its implementation.
Carman Allison, VP of Consumer Insights, Nielsen Canada Carman has his finger on the pulse of the CPG landscape and is relied on by manufacturers and retailers to provide them with the consumer insights they need to make strategic and impactful business decisions. With 25 years of experience he shares his insights on consumer shopping, industry trends and buying and media consumption behaviours and attitudes through thought leadership reports, industry presentations and his two monthly columns in Canadian Grocer and Grocery Business magazine. Visit paperweekcanada.ca for the complete list of keynote speakers
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EXHIBITORS ABB, Aggreko Cooling Tower Services, Ametek, Andritz, AstenJohnson, Axchem Canada Ltd., Brenntag, BTG, Buckman, Cascades CIP, ConsultCo, Econotech, Enero Solutions, Enerquin Air Inc., Enzymatic Deinking Technologies (EDT), Glenco Products, John Brooks Company Ltd., Kemira, Komax Systems Inc., MAN Diesel & Turbo Canada Ltd., Natural Resources Canada, OpTest Equipment Inc., Poka, Polyrheo Inc., ProcessBarron, Prominent Fluid Controls Ltd., Quadra Chemicals, SDT Ultrasound Solutions, Shandong Zhangqui Daxing Papermaking Machiineru Co. Ltd., Souhegan Wood Products, Southern Environmental Inc., Stark International Inc., Thermal Energy International Inc., Valmet
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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
February 1 to 5, 2016 • Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel
Monday 1 February 2016 Morning
Afternoon
9:00 - 17:00
FIBRE DAY (4th edition)
9:00 - 17:00
Committee Meetings, Workshops
17:00 - 18:30
Tuesday 2 February 2016 Morning Mill Managers’ Roundtable 7:00 - 9:00
Afternoon 13:30 - 14:00 14:00 - 15:30
Welcoming and Awards Reception
Coffee and Dessert in Tradeshow Festschrift Symposium PulpEx Conference Reliability Track TechPack Conference Technical Track
9:00 - 10:00
Opening Keynote
9:00 - 10:00
Festschrift Symposium
10:00 - 10:30
Networking Session in Tradeshow
15:30 - 16:00
Networking Session in Tradeshow
10:30 - 12:00
Festschrift Symposium PulpEx Conference Reliability Track TechPack Conference Technical Track
16:00 - 17:30
Festschrift Symposium PulpEx Conference Reliability Track TechPack Conference Technical Track
12:00 - 13:30
KEYNOTE LUNCHEON
17:30 - 19:00
NETWORKING RECEPTION in tradeshow
TRADESHOW, POSTERS
ALL DAY (10:00 - 18:00)
Wednesday 3 February 2016 Morning Mill Managers’ Roundtable 7:00 - 9:00
Afternoon 13:30 - 14:00 14:00 - 15:30
Coffee and Dessert in Tradeshow Converting Track Safety Track Energy Track Technical Track
9:00 - 10:00
Kick off Keynote
10:00 - 10:30
Networking Session in Tradeshow
15:30 - 16:00
Networking Session in Tradeshow
10:30 - 12:00
Converting Track Safety Track Energy Track Technical Track
16:00 - 17:30
Converting Track Safety Track Energy Track Technical Track
12:00 - 13:30
BUSINESS AWARD LUNCH / KEYNOTE
17:30 - 19:00
NETWORKING RECEPTION in tradeshow
TRADESHOW, POSTERS
ALL DAY (10:00 - 18:00)
Thursday 4 February 2016 Morning Kick off Keynote 9:00 - 10:00
Afternoon 13:30 - 14:00 14:00 - 15:30
Coffee and Dessert in Tradeshow Management Track Tissue Masters Conference Technical Track
10:00 - 10:30
Networking Session
15:30 - 16:00
Networking Session
10:30 - 12:00
Management Track Tissue Masters Conference Technical Track
16:00 - 17:30
Management Track Tissue Masters Conference Technical Track
12:00 - 13:30
KEYNOTE LUNCHEON
ALL DAY (10:00 - 15:00)
TRADESHOW, POSTERS NB: This program is preliminary and is subject to changes.
PAPTAC National Awards National Awards for business leasdership, research & technical papers
The PAPTAC Business Awards recognize excellence in specific management areas and provide an opportunity to promote the highest levels of business leadership in the Canadian pulp & paper and forest-based industry. This recognition is awarded on the largest National platform during PaperWeek Canada, organized by PAPTAC. Awards for research and technical papers, and recognizing service to the Canadian pulp and paper industry and PAPTAC are also conferred at the Annual Meeting of the Association (PaperWeek Canada). Be sure to join us for this unique occasion to recognize and celebrate excellence in the Canadian pulp and paper industry. The presentation of the awards will take place at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montreal QC, during the Business Luncheons and Welcoming Reception. The Business Luncheons draw key players from the industry across Canada and Internationally, and gathers Company CEOs, VPs Operations and Finance, mill managers, superintendents, technical staff, government representatives, suppliers, researchers, consultants, press and others. Visit http://www.paptac.ca/index.php/en/association-paptac/national-paptac-awards.html for details Some of the Award winners at PaperWeek 2015:
Mill Managers Breakfast Roundtables The Mill Managers Roundtables have become a key component of PaperWeek, an event several mill managers look forward to to exchange on a number of issues with their counterparts. It had grown into a dynamic forum and a unique opportunity to get news ideas, learn from different management cultures and benchmark best practices. The Mill Managers Roundtables will be led by Eric Ashby, General Manager at Domtar Windsor. They will take place Tuesday and Wednesday Feb 2 and 3 – from 7:00 to 9:00 am. Topics this year will be focused on Health & Safety, Management of change, and Troubleshooting Methodology.
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What to expect at BIOFOR International A new conference dedicated to the emerging forest bioeconomy, Montreal BIOFOR International will provide an incomparable opportunity for the forest products sector and allied stakeholder industries to connect.
PAPTAC is pleased to launch Montreal BIOFOR International Held in conjunction with PaperWeek, the most important conference dedicated to the forest products sector in Canada, BIOFOR will be dedicated to the emerging forest bioeconomy. Running parallel to the highly attended PaperWeek, BIOFOR International will provide an incomparable and unique opportunity for the forest products sector and allied stakeholder industries to connect on all aspects of the rapidly emerging forest bioeconomy, across North America and worldwide. Expect to see strong interest and participation from key players of academia, the financial sector, research institutes, manufacturers of the pulp & paper and forest products industry, chemical sectors and governments. This conference will be an opportunity for attendees contemplating forest related bioeconomy projects across North America and more globally to gain strategic insights on the constantly evolving landscape of technology advancements, project implementation know-how, policy, programs and regulations affecting this growing business sector. Greg Hay Executive Director PAPTAC
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BIOFOR International Montréal 2016
February 2-4 Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel Montreal, Canada
CEO keynote/opening panel In an interactive concept, company CEOs and key executives from North American companies who have actively engaged in forest biorefinery-derived products will discuss reasons why and the strategies they implemented to adapt their business model to fully seize emerging bioeconomy opportunities.
Biorefinery Track The Biorefinery track will serve as a high-quality forum to improve the know-how of mills capable of developing biorefineries and promote the green attributes of forest biorefinery, that will prove critical for chemical companies and other downstream sectors who may utilize this process toward end-user products. Its high-level business orientation will set the stage to facilitate the connection between the sectors involved.
Government Policy Session In an interactive concept; key International, Federal or provincial government policy-makers will discuss their current or upcoming policy, programs and other measures undertaken to stimulate the implementation of forest-derived bioeconomy projects within their jurisdictions. Furthermore this session will be an opportunity for attendees contemplating forest-related bioeconomy investments across North America and more globally to gain strategic insights on the constantly evolving landscape of policy, programs and regulations affecting this growing business sector.
Engineering Session: “Lessons learned when implementing first-in-kind forest bioproduct projects” In an interactive concept, experts from engineering firms will highlight some of the unexpected challenges and distinctive aspects they encountered when implementing first-in-kind forest bioproduct technologies.
Federal R&D Activities and Services for Forest Biorefinery Development in Canada This panel will provide an overview of Natural Resources Canada (CanmetENERGY), FPInnovations and National Research Council research activities and services in support of forest biorefinery development in Canada.
Biomaterials in Canada With the world economy looking towards biomaterials for potential and growth, technical experts with practical experience will talk about the knowledge they developed while implementing biomaterial projects. They will discuss what motivated their company to pursue a new biomaterial product; what lessons they took from similar projects (in Canada or the world); how they rationalized the project in order to get support for investments and how they prepared for market takeoff. Additional sessions on Bioenergy, as well as a Financial Experts Panel on Access to capital and how do you finance; a forest sector transformation.
The International Conference for the forest-based Bioeconomy
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Registration & Accommodations
PAPTAC Member
PAPTAC Non-Member
All Week
845.00
1095.00
Monday only (01 Feb)
450.00
700.00
Tuesday only (02 Feb)
450.00
700.00
Wednesday only (03 Feb)
450.00
700.00
Thursday only (04 Feb)
450.00
700.00
Student Member (must be able to provide a valid ID if asked)
295.00
N/A
Emeritus / Retired / Honorary Life Member
450.00
N/A
Registration Fees - $CAD Delegate
Speaker / Session Moderator
450.00
Note: An additional $250 (plus applicable taxes) will be added to all fees quoted above for on-site registrations. Everyone is encouraged to pre-register.
Hotel Reservations: Please visit the following link for on-line hotel reservations: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/paperweek2016 or call the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel directly at 514-861-3511 (toll free 1-800-441-1414) by January 15, 2016 and mention the code PAPER0216 to obtain the conference group rate of $179/night (standard Fairmont room). This rate will be in effect from February 1st to February 5th for all PaperWeek Canada 2016 participants. Reservations made after January 15th are subject to availability and group rate will be honored solely depending on the category of rooms available at time of reservation. Complimentary in-room internet access with Fairmont President's Club membership (free) -- https://www.fairmont.com/fpc/
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