TAPPICon 2027

TAPPICon is TAPPI's annual technical conference for the global forest products industry, focused on improving mill performance, safety, reliability and operational excellence. The 2027 edition in Indianapolis runs under the theme "Driven by Innovation. Fueled by Sustainability." and combines a broad technical programme with supplier exhibits and networking.

Technical programme

TAPPICon's expanded programme features practical presentations, case studies and proven strategies from across industry segments and interest groups, colour-coded so attendees can build their own route through the event.

• Coating, Printing and Surface Enhancement
• Engineering
• Nonwovens
• Paper and Board
• PIMA Management
• Process Control
• Process and Product Quality (P&PQ)
• Pulp Manufacture
• Recycled Paper Technical Association (RPTA)
• Tissue
• Women in Industry
• Young Professionals

Topics

Topics span advanced renewable materials, bioenergy, corrugated and flexible packaging, engineering and mill operations, reflecting the shift toward sustainable forest-based products.

Exhibits and sponsorship

Suppliers and industry innovators exhibit and sponsor alongside the sessions, giving mill professionals a place to meet vendors and build long-term relationships. An exhibitor brochure is available from TAPPI.

Call for presentations

The Invitation to Present for TAPPICon 2027 is open, with abstracts due through TAPPI's Speaker Management System in early October 2026. Registration opens later, with savings for TAPPI members.