MetsäFibre’s VP of Research, Niklas von Weymarn, will be the keynote speaker at IBBC 2016 on Wednesday, September 28, at 2:00 p.m. EST.  His presentation titled "From a Kraft Mill to a Bioproduct Mill," will give insight into Metsä Fibre’s decision to build its new bioproduct mill. Learn how this new mill is helping Metsä Fibre meet the increased demand for bioproducts and bioenergy made from renewable raw materials.

 

 

IBBC has brought together industry leaders to head panel discussions addressing critical topics that can make the difference between success or failure in the emerging bio-industry.

 

Craig Myers, gobal supply chain leader at DuPont, Mike Rushton, COO at Fibria Innovations, Jon Foan, process engineer at Noram Engineering, Mark DeAndrea, VP and business unit leader, Biomaterials at Domtar, and Robert Downie, GM of technology at Licella, will be panelists for these in-depth discussions on critical elements needed for taking a bioproduct project from proof of technical concept to commercialization and how to understand the needs and requirements of potential customers.

 

IBBC’s peer-reviewed technical program focuses on current issues affecting the industry with these presentations:

• Biomass: Supply and Demand, Harvesting, Pretreatments and Prep, Wood Pellets, Pellet Markets
• Conversion Pathways: Thermochemical, Biochemical, Hybrid
• Process Integration: Technical Economonic Issues
• Biochemicals and Bioproducts: Lignin, Cellulosic Biomass, Sugar-derived, Market Assessments, End-user Perspectives, Advancements
• Projects and Case Studies: Biorefineries, Product Financing.

Build new business relationships by attending the many special events offered throughout the three-day conference, including a conference dinner, receptions, lunches, and exhibits. You can also attend a committee meeting and learn additional ways to get involved in the industry and grown your career. 

Plan on being part of IBBC 2016 and register today.