Pulp & Beyond, the leading forum bringing together the latest forest-based bioeconomy innovations, products, services and technologies, is currently taking place at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre. The international event runs from 14 to 17 April 2026, comprising a high-level conference on 14 April, a professional exhibition on 15–16 April, and industry excursions on 17 April.
This edition places artificial intelligence at the centre of its programme, with a strong focus on the role of AI in process industries, innovation within the forest sector, and the future of the bioeconomy. The opening conference featured nearly 50 presentations from global experts covering topics such as future mills, new technologies driving circularity and carbon neutrality, and innovative wood-based products. Key speakers included Tuuli Koivu, Chief Economist at Nordea, Mala Valroy, Investment Manager at Sweden's Industrial Fund, and Jussi Vanhanen, President and CEO of Metsä Group.
The exhibition floor brings together machinery manufacturers, chemical suppliers, automation technology providers, researchers and producers, creating a dynamic environment for collaboration and business growth. Exhibitors from forestry, the paper and pulp industry, biotechnology and the energy sector present their latest products and services to a highly qualified audience of technical, production and purchasing managers, project leaders and other industry decision-makers.
On the evening of 15 April, attendees are invited to a festive gathering inspired by Wappu, Finland's beloved May Day spring celebration. The programme includes a performance by the Retuperän WBK wind band on the Main Stage, followed by DJ sets and networking, with an afterwork hour at the exhibition booths from 16:00 to 18:00. The evening party is a joint event with ChemBio Finland.
On the final day, participants can choose between excursions offering a closer look at Finland's forest industry, with visits to Kemira Innovation Centre, Sappi Kirkniemi Paper Mill, Stora Enso Headquarters and ABB.