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Mirka Sireni
Vice President Sales Paper&Board – Paper&Tissue
Andritz
Marina Faleiros
Team Leader Latin America & Country Manager Brazil
Fastmarkets
José Carlos da Fonseca Jr
Ambassador, president of Empapel and International Relations
Iba
Paulo Hartung
Economist, President
To open this year’s event, hear from a key government representative who will be examining the impact of our industry on forest ecosystems and showcasing innovative strategies for conservation and regeneration
Garo Batmanian
Director of the Brazilian Forestry Service
Environment Ministry
Suzano, the largest bleached eucalyptus kraft (BEK) pulp producer in the world, will share with the audience its main view over market dynamics, perspectives and challenges for the industry. Walter Schalka will also receive a Life-Time Achievement Award from Fastmarkets, after winning the CEO of the Year for several consecutive years.
Walter Schalka
Member of the Board
Suzano
João Alberto Abreu
CEO
Largest producer and exporter of packaging paper and sustainable paper packaging solutions in Brazil, Klabin emerges as an innovative company, the only one in the country to offer the market a solution in hardwood, softwood and fluff pulp, in addition to being a leader in the corrugated packaging, industrial bags and paperboard markets.
Cristiano Cardoso Teixeira
Klabin
Rafael Barcellos
Head of LatAm Metals & Mining, Pulp & Paper, and Cement
BRADESCO BBI
CMPC is a global company with more than 100 years of history based on innovation and sustainability, delivering solutions sourced from natural fibers from sustainable and certified plantations as well as recyclable materials. Its pulp, woods, packaging papers and tissue products are part of and integrated into the daily lives of thousands of people in more than 45 countries around the world.
Francisco Ruiz-Tagle
CMPC
– Exploring market potential for the second half of 2024, will Chinese seasonal demand pickup and will Europe and North America perform better than the first half? – How will growing demand for woodchips in East Asia impact the need for imported pulp ? – Examining trends in key global wood fiber markets, including regional availability and wood costs for pulp producers. – In a post-Cerrado world, what is next for market pulp capacity expansion?
Pat Cavanagh
Senior Economist, Pulp
Fastmarkets Forest Products
The RGE Group’s operations (Royal Golden Eagle) in Brazil began in 2003, with the acquisition of BSC (Bahia Specialty Cellulose) and Copener Florestal, in Bahia. In August 2018, the company’s operations were expanded with the acquisition of Lwarcel Celulose, in São Paulo. In addition to these production units, there are commercial hubs in Asia, EMEA and the North America regions.
One of the global leaders in the production of specialty cellulose, Bracell bases its operations on sustainable eucalyptus cultivation and state-of-the-art factories.
Praveen Singhavi
President
Bracell
– Understanding the market for wood-based cellulosic fibers and the future of lyocell production
– Overview of the dissolving pulp market – viscose and hi-alpha
– Dynamics of fluff pulp demand and supply
Hema Kalathingal
Economist
Our expert panellists will delve into the evolving needs of aging populations, the shifting landscape of consumer expectations, and the strategies for effectively integrating pulp production with manufacturing processes. Gain valuable insights, exchange perspectives, and discover innovative solutions to meet the demands of a dynamic market.– Analysing how demographic shifts, like aging populations, and changing consumer preferences for sustainability, convenience, and premium features are impacting the tissue and consumer products market.– Explore strategies for integrating pulp production with manufacturing processes to ensure efficient use of resources, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality product output.
Eduardo Aron
General Director of Tissue
Stephanie Hsia
Tissue Economist
Carlos Gallo
Director of Sales Latin America and Technology – Tissue Machines
The start of Arauco’s Mapa project in 2023, with its nearly 1.6 million tonnes of pulp capacity in Horcones, expanded domestic pulpwood log demand by 24%. Over the next three years, China’s expected surge in new pulp capacity will necessitate a massive increase in traded woodchips, with Chile well situated as a potential source of supply. However, several questions remain:
– Can Chile’s forest resources accommodate a surge in pulpwood demand?
– Where else might China go for wood fiber to fuel over 10 million tonnes of new pulp capacity?
– How will an expected jump in traded woodchip prices affect Brazilian and Uruguayan export opportunities?
Marcos Madruga
Engineer, International Timber Analytics
Stein Ole Larsen
Norexeco
Vitor Gaspar
Head of Commodities Division
XP Investimentos
Marcelo Mello
Head of StoneX's Pulp and Fertiliser desks – Latin America
StoneX
Flavio Deganutti
Paracel
Jaime Verruck
Secretary of State for the Environment, Development, Science, Technology and Innovation
Mato Grosso do Sul State Government
Carlos Anibal
Executive Director – Forestry and Supply Chain
Sandy Oliviera
Price Reporter
– Macro-economic drivers – How they’re impacting commodity markets – ESG – How it is changing commodity markets and rewriting buyer requirements
– Competition for capital investment – forest products industry vs. other commodity markets
– Managing risk – Reducing volatility and adding predictability in uncertain markets
Dan Klein
Executive VP Analytics
Hear from key industry players on opportunities and pitfalls in the market and where they see growth in their future
– Explore the latest technological advancements transforming the pulp and paper industry in Latin America.
– Gain insights into market trends, demand dynamics, and emerging opportunities for growth and expansion.
– Learn practical strategies to improve efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in your pulp and paper operations.
Eduardo Brunelli
Senior Procurement Manager, Packaging
Unilever
Aurea Silva
Regional CTM Printed Paper & Corrugated Board
Henkel
Vanessa Souza
LatAm Packaging Procurement Manager
Kenvue
– What to expect from the Latin American packaging market for 2024-2025.
– What are the local risks AND opportunities to look out for?
– Mexico’s near-shoring trend: what next?
Rafael Barisauskas
Senior Economist
– Brief characterization of supply and demand dynamics
– Geopolitical uncertainties and their effect on global trade
– An overview of mega trends, including plastic substitution trends and other legislative changes
– A general overview of the global overcapacity. How did we got here, and for how long will the situation last?
Alejandro Mata
Director, Europe Packaging and Graphic Papers
Spanning the Andes mountains to the Pacific coast, Latin America’s Andean-Pacific region is a treasure trove of natural resources. This panel discussion brings together industry leaders across pulp, paper, wood, and packaging sectors to explore the region’s potential for sustainable growth.
– Discuss how the region’s pulp, paper, wood, and packaging industries can leverage innovation to meet the evolving demands of Latin American consumers while prioritizing responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship.
– Identify opportunities for collaboration across the Andean-Pacific region’s forestry, pulp & paper, wood processing, and packaging sectors to create a more robust and competitive Latin American industry.
Jorge Luzuriaga
Director LatinAmerica,
Amexiccor GAK
Isabel Cristina Riveros Pineda
Director for the Pulp, Paper and Cardboard Industry Chamber
National Business Association of Colombia (ANDI)
Edwing Guillermo Cely Pena
Sales and Marketing Director
Carvajal Pulp and Paper
This panel discussion brings together key players in the OCC/corrugated converting sector across Latin America to explore opportunities and challenges.
– Strategies to increase collection, sorting, and integration of OCC fibre into the corrugated production process
– Exploring new technologies and processes to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product performance
– The role of OCC/corrugated converters in promoting sustainable forestry practices and reducing the environmental impact of packaging.
Fernando Celani
Cartonificio Valinhos S.A
Joao Paulo Moura Sanfins
Director of Resiban
CRB Group
Fabio Suetugui
Manager
Repapel
Amando Varella
Papirus
Rodrigo Ruffo
Sales and Application Manager Fiber Systems
Voith
– Global demand trends and market drivers. Perspectives for 2024 and 2025.
– What is the future of the market? New opportunities and product innovation.
– Regulatory changes and market challenges to consider.
Camila Jaramillo
Join us for this powerful discussion where leaders from Latin America’s top packaging companies will delve into the disruptive forces shaping the industry.
– How are packaging leaders are adapting to the evolving needs of e-commerce and omnichannel retail
– Gain a better understanding on strategies to meet consumer and regulatory demands.
– Exploring the latest packaging technologies and materials that are transforming the industry in Latin America
Nilton Ferreira Saraiva Junior
Ibema Papelcartão
Sergio Ribas
Irani Papel e Embalagem
Douglas Dalmasi
Packaging Business Director
Manuel Alcalá
CEO Brazil
Smurfit Westrock