Furthermore, integrated special shows and lecture forums are meant to attract new exhibitors and visitors as well.

The forum stage will host different areas: one focus area is called “Jobs & Career” and showcases training programs and professions in the forest based industry. The focus area “Trends in Fibers” presents sustainable and environmentally-friendly technologies regarding energy efficiency, ressource efficient production and maintenance & service. The focus area “Paper in Process” is a special show for paper producers and converters in the packaging industry and the exhibition „Fibers – The next Generation“ showcases future trends of this industry, including examples from recent innovative R&D projects.

On the first evening, the Expo will be opened officially while the second day will be highlighted with the long-established social event of the European Paper industry: The ZELLCHEMING Summer Evening.