Adam Smith Conferences would like to thank all the participants of the 13th Annual conference PULP AND PAPER IN RUSSIA AND CIS, for contributing to the success of the event.

In spite of the current challenging economic background, the conference brought together once again all the leading players in the Russian pulp and paper industry: 40+ reputable speakers and 300+ participants from all over the world. 

This high-level gathering featured exclusive presentations from the top players in the Russian pulp and paper industry about their latest achievements and new development strategies, hard-hitting debates about the future of the industry and unrivalled networking opportunities.

Recognising the challenges faced by the pulp and paper sector, industry leaders focused on the new opportunities offered by the current economic climate. 

Here are just a few of the key points of this highly popular event:

• Key note address by Mary Laschinger, President, International Paper EMEA
• Presentations from the leaders of the Russian pulp and paper industry, including:

• Rinat Starkov, Head of CIS and Chairman of the Board, Mondi Syktyvkar
• Paul Herbert, CEO, Ilim Group
• Heinz Zinner, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Arkhangelsk Pulp and Paper Mill
• Vasily Preminin, Director, Pulp and Paper Industry Division, Investlesprom

• A highly popular presentation from the former Deputy Head, Federal Forestry Agency, Andrei Benin – Investment potential of Russia’s forestry sector: myths and reality
• Spotlight on the pulp and paper industries in Europe and Brazil, presented by:

• Teresa Presas, Managing Director, CEPI
• Elizabeth de Carvalhaes, President, Brazilian Pulp and Paper Association (BRACELPA)

• Presentations from representatives of central and regional Russian authorities
• Ever popular Champagne Round Tables
• Exquisite MONDI GALA EVENING in the stunning UNIQA tower

We would like to say a special THANK YOU to our corporate sponsors, whose support made this conference possible, and are looking forward to see you all at the 14th Adam Smith Vienna gathering, which will be held in Vienna in November 2009.