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2025 Call for Papers

The call for papers is now open! If you encounter any issues submitting your abstract, please email Brittany Onslow at bonslow@smithers.com

Speaking at the conference begins by submitting an abstract with your presentation title, description and professional bio.

We're currently searching for industry leaders willing to present topics for the entire specialty papers supply chain from case studies, to new solutions and emerging opportunities.

Topics of interest include, but aren't limited to:

  • The papermakers perspective: current and future landscape of the industry
  • Advancements and innovations in coatings
  • Current Packaging Trends
  • Updates on recycling regulations and legislations within the sector
  • New and sustainable advancements in barrier developments (ex: lignin, chitin)
  • Innovations in the world of sustainability, recycling, and composting
  • Alternative fiber sources (ex: hemp, non-wood)
  • Composting: updates, regulations, and what you need to know
  • What’s new with packaging and paper
  • Advances in paper chemistries and processes
  • New testing and technologies to increase products, productivity, supply chain and more
  • Plus, we are excited to hear any additional hot topics that you would like to have discussed at the conference!

If you would like to inspire discussion and development by presenting at Specialty Papers US, we want to hear from you! Please submit your abstract using the online form below.

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