The 2014 International Specialty Papers Conference, October
23-25, 2014, in Shanghai, China, covers all aspects of one of the pulp and
paper industry’s most dynamic and rapidly growing markets. Featuring a program
jointly organized by TAPPI and China Technical Association of the Paper
Industry (CTAPI) the conference provides access to potential Chinese customers,
business intelligence for the Chinese market and the latest technical
innovations originating in China and from around the world.
“The 2014 Specialty Papers Conference features the most
in-depth technical program available covering this rapidly growing, diverse
market including discussions on unique functional materials developed in China
and special additives and coatings appropriate for the Chinese market,” notes
Chuck Klass, president of Klass Associates. “It also features numerous
networking and social events providing the opportunity to interact with
potential customers in China and from around the world and a trade fair covering
the latest developments in technology. This is a must attend event for anyone
interested in the specialty papers business in Asia.”
The conference is targeted toward Asian specialty paper mill
and corporate staff (technical managers, product development, and business
leaders), suppliers and consultants and students interested in specialty
papers. The two-day technical program encompasses a wide range of topics
including: outlook for and market trends in China’s specialty papers industry,
opportunities and risks in future markets, the latest in manufacturing
technology, developments in wet end chemistry, bio-based latex binders and
other developments in coating for specialty grades. The conference includes a
tour of APP's Gold Huasheng Paper Co. mill which is located in Suzhou and
produces packaging, specialty and communication papers.
