Paper & Tissue Show 2025 Kicks Off with a Strong Global Presence
The highly anticipated Paper & Tissue Show 2025 opened its doors at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), 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.
A 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 leading exhibitors. The Hosted Buyer Programme facilitated invaluable business connections, ensuring attendees made the most of their experience.
Insightful Discussions at the MENA Pulp Week Summit
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 – IPM-CPM
✅ Adel Alfar – Juthor
✅ Alexey Valeryevich Chernyaev – ILIM GROUP
✅ Ali Jalal – Fine Hygienic Holding
This was followed by a series of impactful Keynote Presentations, including:
🎤 Oliver Lansdell (Hawkins Wright) – The Market Outlook for Pulp
🎤 Fraser Hart (TTO BMA) – The Impact of BHK Capacity Additions on the Pulp Market
🎤 Luis Sampaio (ResourceWise) – Understanding Pulp Market Dynamics
🎤 Antti Lindqvist (Finnish Forest Products Engineers’ Association) – Addressing Global Challenges with New Technology and Innovations
A 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 the 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 & raw materials
✅ Hygiene & tissue products
✅ Packaging & corrugated solutions
✅ Nonwoven & converting technologies
✅ Chemicals & sustainability solutions
✅ Machinery, spare parts & recycling innovations
✅ And 40 more product groups
Supermarket Zone – A 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.
The momentum continues on Day 2 with more keynote sessions, panel discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities. At the Hygiene Forward Conference, top industry experts share insights on the future of hygiene and finished products.
