Agenda Schedule of Events*
PPI Transport Symposium 19 is the one event of the year dedicated to the interests and needs of those working in the global forest products logistics industry. No other event gives you access to as many senior level executives working in this important market segment. This year's program includes a dynamic conference program, large exhibition area, and lots of networking time. Join us in Amsterdam.
Exhibition and Conference Locations
The exhibition hall is in Hall 10 and can be accessed via Entrance E. On Wednesday October 12th, the conference will be held just outside Hall 10 in Room E104-107. On Thursday and Friday, the conference will be held in Room E102.
Exhibitor and Sponsor Queries
Please visit the Organization Office in Room E001on the lower level of the RAI.
General Information
For general information on registration desk, locations and on-site contact information please click here.
Tuesday, October 11
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10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Registration Desk Open
Location: Forum Lounge, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
If you are planning to attend the Port Tour and Opening Reception, we are issuing temporary badges to allow you to access the Port Tour and Opening Reception. These can be picked up at the Spliethoff Office at the start of the Port Tour or at the National Maritime Museum for the Opening Reception.
Please note that in order to get into the RAI, you need to pick up your Symposium Badge from the registration area in the Forum Lounge outside Hall 10 (exhibit hall) at Entrance E. If you pick up your badge at the RAI on Tuesday, this will also allow you access to the Port Tour and Opening Reception.
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2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Port Tour
Location: Meet at Spliethoff Offices (Radarweg 36, 1042 AA Amsterdam). See shuttle bus schedule for transportation details. You must be registered to attend.
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6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Opening Reception
Location: The National Maritime Museum (Het Scheepvaartmuseum, Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK Amsterdam)
See shuttle bus schedule for transportation details. Port Tour participants will be dropped off at the Opening Reception.
Hosted by the IFPTA and RISI.
Sponsors: Euroports and the Port of Bristol.
Wednesday, October 12
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8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Registration Desk Open
Location: Forum Lounge, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
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9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Opening Session & Keynote Presentation
Open to all Symposium delegates, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and guests.
Location: Room E104-7, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Coffee Break & Networking in the Exhibit Hall
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11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Conference Session 1: Challenges & Opportunities Facing the Forest Products Transportation Industry
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Delegate Luncheon
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Time to visit Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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1:45 PM – 4:20 PM
Speakers Corner in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Speakers Corner near dining area, Hall 10
The Speakers Corner will be the go-to place for delegates to find out the latest technical, product, and commercial information from exhibitors and sponsors. Featuring 15-minute time slots, the Speakers Corner will give companies the chance to present their latest technical and commercial innovations.
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4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
Sponsored by: The Port of Amsterdam
Thursday, October 13
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8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Registration Desk Open
Location: Forum Lounge, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Conference Session 2: Paper & Packaging Panel
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Coffee Break & Networking in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Conference Session 3: Pulp Panel
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Delegate Luncheon or IFPTA Member Luncheon
Delegate lunch will be located in Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
The IFPTA Member Luncheon is only available to all active IFPTA Members and will be located in Room 104-105, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Conference Session 4: The Challenges and Opportunities for Shipping & Transportation in Asia
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Coffee Break & Networking in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Conference Session 5: Examining the Potential from Biomass & Biofuels
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
Sponsored by: VCK Logistics and Waterland Terminal
Friday, October 14
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8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Registration Desk Open
Location: Forum Lounge, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Conference Session 6 (Hosted by CEPI): EU Policy and Sustainable Transport for the Paper Industry
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Conference Session 7 (Hosted by CEPI): The Shipping Industry and the Challenge of Emissions Reduction
Location: Room E102, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Delegate Luncheon
Location: Hall 10, Entrance E, Amsterdam RAI
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1:30 PM
Event Closes
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*All titles reflect possible topics and will depend on speaker availability and topics they choose. Order of talks also subject to change.