Forest products events

Fastmarkets’ forest products events, formerly known as RISI events, are the industry's meeting places to discuss, debate, and learn about the latest trends and challenges in pulp, paper, packaging and more

The forest products industry is undergoing changes at a rapid speed. The push for sustainability, growing e-commerce and logistic problems exacerbated by the pandemic are just some of the challenges and trends the industry faces today. Our events provide the critical insights and outlooks that enables you to understand the market dynamics that at shaping the global and regional markets. We bring together the decision-makers and topic experts across the supply chain together in one place, giving you the opportunity to network and gain critical insights to help you and your organizations succeed in a changing market.

Upcoming events

August 10-12, 2026 | São Paulo, Brazil

Join industry leaders at the 21st edition of the Fastmarkets Forest Products Latin America conference to explore market trends, legislation updates, and innovations in the pulp, paper, and packaging sectors. Network with key stakeholders and gain insights into the future of the industry.

September 2026 | Shanghai, China

Join the 25th edition of the Fastmarkets Forest Products Asia Conference, bringing together senior leaders from across the pulp, paper and packaging value chain to exchange insights, anticipate demand shifts and shape strategies for a more resilient and sustainable future.

November 2-4, 2026 | Chicago, USA

The conference will unite two long-running sister events into one: the Fastmarkets Forest Products North America Conference and the International Containerboard Conference. We will curate a collection of forward-thinking sessions to address the most pressing issues and help you identify the key market trends in pulp, paper, packaging and containerboard shaping 2027 and beyond. 

March, 2027 | Europe

Join the leading European conference for the paper, pulp and packaging supply chain, where senior executives meet to exchange insights, forecast demand, and shape strategies for a resilient, sustainable future.

A place to meet the big paper players and get the latest news and forecasts for this industry.
Forest trader, Fastmarkets event delegate.
Insights you cannot get elsewhere.
CEO of packaging buyer, Fastmarkets event delegate.
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