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From Innovation to Partnership: PulpFor Expands Cooperation Across Borders

PulpFor once again confirmed its role as a key platform for dialogue between government, industry leaders, and pulp and paper specialists
PulpFor 2025 in facts & figures:

3 days of F2F meetings with industry-leading visitors
300+ exhibitors Russia, China, India, Germany, Italy, Spain, Serbia, Czech Republic
12,000+ visitors decision-makers from leading utility and industrial enterprises
250+ Delegates
75+ Speakers
25+ hours of unique program
The International Exhibition of Equipment and Technologies for Pulp and Paper, Converting, Tissue and Corrugated Industries, PulpFor 2025, was held on November 25-27, 2025, in Saint-Petersburg, Russia (ExpoForum).
Recognized as the leading event for Russia’s pulp and paper sector, PulpFor showcases high-tech solutions driving the modernization of all the pulp and paper infrastructure across the country.
The International Exhibition of Equipment and Technologies for Pulp and Paper, Converting, Tissue and Corrugated Industries, PulpFor 2025, was held on November 25-27, 2025, in Saint-Petersburg, Russia (ExpoForum).
Recognized as the leading event for Russia’s pulp and paper sector, PulpFor showcases high-tech solutions driving the modernization of all the pulp and paper infrastructure across the country.

PulpFor - 2025 edition

The 2025 edition confirmed the PulpFor’s role as a key professional platform for Russia, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, bringing together participants from all the production processes and covering the most relevant topics on the industry agenda.
Over three days, the exhibition gathered industry leaders, technology developers and engineering centers, raw material and chemical producers, industry associations, experts, young professionals, and representatives of government authorities. cooperation and contracts.
PulpFor 2025 demonstrated record-breaking scale and set a strategic direction for the development of the pulp and paper industry for the coming years.
One of the key events was the official tour of the exhibition by a delegation from the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation represented by Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade and other government representatives.

Landmark Exhibition Reinforces Russia’s Rising Prominence in the Worldwide Paper Sector

The geography of PulpFor 2025 was remarkable: 230+ manufacturers and suppliers from across Russia were joined by more than 70 international companies representing China, Germany, Italy, Spain, India, Serbia and Czech Republic.
This broad participation underscored not only the scale of the Russian pulp and paper sector but also the growing recognition of its importance among global industry leaders.
Significant potential for broader international expansion is evident.
PulpFor, Russia’s leading pulp and paper equipment and technology show, attracted more than 12,000 professional visitors, including representatives of Russian government authorities, key paper mills, utilities, industrial companies, and trading organizations.
The international visitor profile of the event was also notable, with industry leaders arriving from 15 countries, among them China, Turkey, India, Vietnam, UAE, Germany, and all over the Central Asia and Ex-Soviet Union countries.
According to preliminary feedback, the total value of contracts and agreements concluded during PulpFor 2025 exceeded 250 million USD, once again confirming the exhibition’s role as a key platform for generating real business results.

Governmental support:
With High Level Institution Recognition, The Exhibition Elevates Its Industry Status

PulpFor 2025 was held with the strong support of the Russian government, leading industry bodies and international representatives.
Supporting organizations include, but are not limited to:
• Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation,
• National Priorities Agency of the Russian Federation,
• St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry,
• Russian Association of Pulp and Paper Industry Organizations and Enterprises (RAO "BumProm"),
• St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design,
• Association of Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment of the Timber Industry,
• China National Pulp and Paper Research Institute (CNPPRI),
• China National Chemical Information Center (CNCIC),
• Paper & Tissue Show Abu Dhabi
This ensures that PulpFor is not only the country’s leading industry platform but also a government and industry supported priority, offering long-term stability, demand, and opportunities for development.
Mikhail Yurin, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, conducted an official walkthrough of the exhibition, during which he visited key stands and reviewed the technologies and solutions presented by industry companies.
Every year at our exhibition, we award the PulpFor Scholarship to celebrate the scientific contribution of talented students and future specialists in the pulp and paper industry, confirming the status of the exhibition as a socio-economic and scientific phenomenon.

Striking highlights of PulpFor 2025: Uniting Russian Industry Leaders

One of the most striking highlights of PulpFor 2025 was the booth of ILIM Group, one of the largest paper mills in Russia and one of the biggest in Europe. Covering more than 75% of the pulp market, the company demonstrated large-scale projects for upgrading the whole sector and ensuring uninterrupted access to high-quality products.
Its exposition once again attracted enormous attention from professionals, underscoring ILIM’s role as a benchmark for the industry, as well as its strategic importance in shaping long-term development trends of the pulp and paper sector.

PulpFor 2025 brought together a wide range of Russian technology leaders, many of whom are actively expanding and modernizing their operations.
In the research, development and production in the field of state signs segment, Goznak presented advanced systems for money printing. Chemical sector was highlighted by Neohim, AKTO, Volgohimneft, with solutions focused on chemical innovations for the whole sector.

Producers such as NKBK and Makkom introduced innovations in corrugated carton and packaging solutions,
while leading paper companies including VOLGA JSC and Segezha Group demonstrated their production capabilities, modernization projects, and approaches to sustainable paper manufacturing. Elma-Asterion and Elemet presented a broad range of wastewater treatment equipment. PCBK showcased its production expertise and modernization initiatives aimed at supporting technological development across the pulp and paper industry.
Their strong presence underscored the scale of domestic demand and the active search for advanced solutions across all parts of the industry sector.

International presence:
Cross-Border Engagement

PulpFor 2025 also highlighted the strong international dimension of the exhibition. A powerful delegation of 80+ Chinese companies underlined the country’s rapidly advancing pulp and paper capabilities, with key names including Zhengzhou Leizhan Technology Paper Machinery, Xuzhou Tri-circle Industrial Fabrics Technology, BaoSuo Paper Machinery Manufacture, Chaint Corporation, Shandong Tianrui Heavy Industry, Henan Jingxin Fabric Technology, Hebei HeHuang Screen Industrial, Guangzhou Keylife Textile and many others.
Another milestone was the participation of exhibitors from different parts of the world — 9. Septembar (Serbia), ASHOKA ROLLS, Papertex Speciality Chemicals, Vizen Solutions (India), MWN NIEFERN MASCHINENFABRIK (Germany), Techno Caucho (Spain), Maflex (Italy) and CELPAP Machinery (Czech Republic) — marking a stage of International growing engagement with the Russian pulp and paper sector. With participation expected to expand further, PulpFor continues to serve as a gateway for global technology leaders entering the market.

Enhanced Services for International Exhibitors: Priority Care

PulpFor 2025 placed special emphasis on enhancing the experience of international participants by introducing an expanded support service.
A dedicated team of more than ten specialists, fluent in over nine languages, was available throughout the event to provide immediate assistance — from arrival and registration to on-site logistics, technical coordination, and participation in the business program.
This multilingual service ensured smooth communication and eliminated barriers, allowing overseas participants to fully concentrate on their work. The premium-level care was highly appreciated by exhibitors, who noted that such personalized attention made their presence at PulpFor more effective, comfortable, and rewarding.

Striking highlights of the 2025 edition of PulpFor

Running in parallel with the exhibition, the PulpFor Forum once again confirmed its role as one of the most authoritative platforms in the sector.
More than 250+ delegates and over 75+ expert speakers took part in 25+ hours of conferences, seminars, master classes, and round tables, covering every key aspect of pulp and paper industry.
The business program featured leading voices from government, industry, science, and professional associations:
• Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation – sets functions for the development of state policy and regulationы in the field of the industrial complex.
• State Duma (Parliament) Committee on Industry and Trade – responsible for the creation of specialized draft laws affecting various industries.
• VOLGA JSC – is a highly respected pulp and paper mill, included in the List of organizations having a significant impact on industry and trade, as well as in the List of strategic companies of the Russian timber industry.
• ILIM Group – the company accounts for 75% of all commercial pulp produced in Russia, 18% of packaging materials, and 26% of white paper. In 2025, the ACRA rating agency awarded JSC ILIM Group an A+ rating with a stable outlook.
• Russian Association of Pulp and Paper Industry Organizations and Enterprises (RAO "BumProm") –consists of 20 largest paper mills and organizations, whose share in the total Russian production volume is 94% for pulp, 78% for paper and 72% for cardboard.
• Kuzbass Scarab – the dynamically developing paper mill which occupies a worthy place in the industry, but despite this it continues to develop, and expand its presence in the market.
• PJSC Segezha Group – the paper mill, which products are sold in more than 100 countries around the world. The development focuses on eco—friendly technologies for deep wood processing and the most waste-free use of raw materials. • JSC Solikamskbumprom — the paper mill with more than 50% of all products exported to countries such as Germany, Austria, UK, UAE, Egypt, India and others. In Russia, many media outlets are printed on Solikamskbumprom paper.
PulpFor Forum – key attraction point

The PulpFor Forum is a professional platform for the pulp and paper industry where participants gain new knowledge in legislation, production efficiency, modernization, and technological process support, while also building valuable business connections and exchanging practical experience with colleagues and partners.
As part of the forum, a business brunch was held with the participation of Mikhail Yurin and key industry players.
In addition, separate thematic sessions focused on environmental challenges, overall industry trends, and other pressing issues shaping the future of the pulp and paper industry.


Awards ceremony

The PulpFor Award is the first industry award for Russian and international companies, granted exclusively to participants of PulpFor 2025 - pulp and paper mills, manufacturers, and suppliers of equipment and services - for their contribution to the development of the pulp and paper industry in Russia. Established in 2020 by the organizing committee of PulpFor, the only pulp and paper industry exhibition in Russia and Eastern Europe, the award recognizes outstanding professional achievements and innovation within the industry.

Conclusions

PulpFor 2025 became a vivid demonstration of the industry’s development, its commitment to innovation, and its readiness for systemic partnership.
Participating companies concluded the exhibition with new agreements, concrete objectives, and implementation plans for advanced solutions. PulpFor further strengthened its position as a key professional growth platform for the industry, uniting technologies, expertise, and people.
PulpFor is where the most relevant technologies are presented, partnerships are formed, and the foundations for long-term progress are laid.
Partners of the 2025 exhibition:
• Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation: responsible for developing and implementing state policy and regulation in industry, including the pulp and paper sector.
• National Priorities Agency of the Russian Federation: supports national projects, promotes sustainable development initiatives, and communicates key socio-economic priorities.
• Russian Association of Pulp and Paper Industry Organizations and Enterprises: makes a significant contribution to the development of the pulp and paper industry by fostering cooperation between businesses, government authorities, and the expert community.
• Chamber of Commerce and Industry: facilitates business development, international cooperation, and dialogue between companies and public authorities.
PulpFor thanks its participants and professional visitors and looks forward to welcoming you at the next exhibition of pulp and paper technologies and equipment on November 24-26, 2026 at ExpoForum!
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