The 2025 Specialty Paper Conference and the Paper-based Material Exhibition was held in Hangzhou, China on 2-5th November, 2025, organized by the China Technical Association of Paper Industry （CTAPI） and the China National Pulp and Paper Research Institute （CPPRI）. The event brought together over 400 participants for the conference and approximately 5,000 for the exhibition. The conference featured keynote speeches and general presentations on the latest trends in specialty paper, including market forecasts, technological challenges, and growth areas. Notable presentations included insights into the future of specialty paper, the development of paper-based materials as plastic alternatives, and analyses of the Chinese specialty paper industry’s current status and outlook. The exhibition showcased a wide range of specialty paper products, production equipment, chemicals, and related technologies, with active participation from Japanese and international companies in addition to the domestic in China. The event highlighted the expanding role of specialty paper in various industries, the importance of technological innovation, and the growing significance of international collaboration in the sector.
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