With the global market for specialty papers estimated to increase at an annual rate of 1.8% until 2020, it's paramount to ensure you keep up-to-date with the latest legislation and trends currently facing the sector. Smithers Pira and the advisory board have almost finalized the program for next year's Specialty Papers. Here’s an exclusive sneak preview of what's in store:

• Jan Duffhues from Mars Europe will talk about how paper can deliver added value to consumer packaging.
• Dr. Philippe Martines from Centre Technique Du Papier will discuss the use of chromatogeny for the development of barrier and water repellents sack and bags.
• Chris Nutbeem from Imerys Minerals Ltd. will provide insights into functional pre-coats for multilayer board and barrier applications.
• John Tucker from Zanders GmbH, Germany, will speak about flexible oil and grease resistant packaging paper.

You can view all the confirmed speakers for Speciality Papers 2017.

 

Plus, make sure you keep an eye out for the full program announcement coming very soon!

 

Don’t forget to book before 16 December 2016 to save €384. Pricing for this conference is phased, meaning that the earlier you book – the cheaper your ticket will be! Currently, the Super Early Bird rate of EUR 899 is in place until December 16 at midnight BST. TAPPI members get an additional 15% off so book before then to avoid paying more for your ticket!

 

Book now using code SPEU16TAPPI.