Paper & Tissue Show 2025 Opens with Strong Global Presence
The highly anticipated Paper & Tissue Show 2025 opened its doors today at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, welcoming thousands of industry professionals from across the world. With exhibitors and visitors representing diverse sectors of the paper, tissue, hygiene, and packaging industries, the first day set an energetic tone for the event.
Global Gathering of Industry Leaders
From the moment the doors opened, the exhibition floor was bustling with activity. International buyers, manufacturers, and suppliers engaged in productive networking, exploring cutting-edge innovations and solutions from exhibitors. The Hosted Buyer Program facilitated invaluable business connections, ensuring attendees made the most of their experience.
Insightful Discussions at MENA Pulp Week
One of the key highlights of the day was the MENA Pulp Week summit, bringing together top industry experts to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the pulp and paper market in 2025. The panel discussion, moderated by Tarek Elgammal, G.A. Paper International, featured insights from esteemed panelists including Abdullah Al Khateeb, Ittihad Paper Mill-Crown Paper Mill; Adel Alfar, Juthor Paper Manufacturing Company; Alexey Cheryaev, Ilim Group; and Ali Jalal, Fine Hygienic Holding.
This was followed by a series of impactful keynote presentations by Hawkins Wright’s Oliver Lansdell on ‘The Market Outlook for Pulp’, TTO BMA’s Fraser Hart on ‘The Impact of BHK Capacity Additions on the Pulp Market’, ResourceWise’s Luis Sampaio on ‘Understanding Pulp Market Dynamics’, and Antti Lindqvist from the Finnish Forest Products Engineers’ Association on ‘Addressing Global Challenges with New Technology and Innovations’.
Grand Welcome with Unmatched Hospitality
The day concluded with the welcome cocktail reception hosted by ROXCEL providing a perfect setting for attendees to strengthen business relationships in an informal and engaging atmosphere.
Showcasing Full Spectrum of the Industry
Exhibitors at the Paper & Tissue Show 2025 presented a comprehensive range of products and solutions, offering a 360-degree view of the industry. Key categories on display included paper jumbo rolls and raw materials; hygiene and tissue products; packaging and corrugated solutions; nonwoven and converting technologies; chemicals and sustainability solutions; and machinery, spare parts, and recycling innovations.
Supermarket Zone – New Highlight for 2025
A brand-new feature this year, the Supermarket Zone, provided an exclusive platform for showcasing the latest retail-ready packaging solutions, private label tissue brands, and innovative hygiene products tailored for major retailers, supermarkets, and wholesalers. This dedicated section attracted high-profile buyers from leading supermarket chains, positioning the Paper & Tissue Show as a key hub for FMCG and private label solutions.
With an exceptionally high visitor turnout from over 120 countries, Paper & Tissue Show 2025 is proving to be the must-attend event for industry professionals looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
Day Two Coming Up with More Excitement
The momentum continues tomorrow with more keynote sessions, panel discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities.
Another not-to-be-missed event is the Hygiene Forward Conference, where top industry experts will share insights on the future of hygiene and finished products.
Paper & Tissue Show 2025 concludes on 23 January, 2025.
