Dear Members and Relevant Organizations,
The world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, and global timber supply chains and industrial structures are experiencing deep transformation and restructuring.
China’s economic fundamentals of long-term growth remain unchanged. The economy continues to operate steadily with steady progress, providing solid support for the high-quality development of the timber industry.
To accurately assess new trends in domestic and international markets, seize new opportunities arising from global industrial transformation, establish a high-level international cooperation platform, and build consensus for industry development, the China Timber & Wood Products Distribution Association will host the 2026 Timber & Wood Products Conference in Rizhao City, Shandong Province, China, from September 3–5, 2026.
The details are as follows:
I. Organizer
Organizer:
China Timber & Wood Products Distribution Association
II. Conference Theme
Connecting Global Timber Networks · Building a Shared Future
III. Conference Schedule
(1) September 3
Registration: 10:00–22:00
(2) September 3
Specialized Sessions: 14:00–17:00
Topics include:
- Sustainable Trade of African Timber
- Log Futures
- Other Related Topics
(3) September 4
Main Conference: 09:00–12:00
Agenda:
- Opening Ceremony
- Analysis of China’s Macroeconomic Development Trends
- Evolution and Future Trends of Global Timber Supply Patterns
- Overview of Development Trends in China’s Timber and Wood Products Industry
- Pathways and Practices of Empowering the Real Economy Through Timber Futures
(4) September 4
Parallel Forums: 14:00–17:00
Topics include:
- Global Supply and Demand Trends of Softwood Timber
- Sustainable Trade of Tropical Timber
(5) September 4
Business Networking Meetings
(6) September 5
Industry Study Tour
IV. Participants
(1) International Representatives
Representatives from timber industry associations, enterprises, and international organizations from more than 20 countries and regions, including:
New Zealand, Russia, Belarus, Canada, the United States, Japan, Australia, Germany, Sweden, Finland, the United Kingdom, France, Gabon, Cameroon, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, Equatorial Guinea, Brazil, Argentina, Guyana, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and others.
(2) Timber Trading Enterprise Representatives
Representatives from major timber trading and distribution hubs in China, including:
Rizhao, Taicang, Qingdao, Linyi, Changshu, Zhangjiagang, Zhenjiang, Ningbo, Zhangzhou, Dalian, Suifenhe, Manzhouli, Erenhot, Chengdu, Chongqing, and other key timber industry clusters.
(3) Manufacturing Enterprise Representatives
Representatives from manufacturing companies in sectors including:
- Engineered wood panels
- Whole-house customization
- Wooden doors and windows
- Flooring
- Timber structures
- Wood veneer
- Chinese traditional furniture
- Other wood-related industries
(4) Financial Institution Representatives
Representatives from financial service organizations, including:
- Futures companies
- Futures and spot trading service providers
- Banks
- Insurance companies
- Other financial institutions
V. Registration
Association members may attend the conference free of charge.
For non-members, the participation fee is:
RMB 2,500 per person
The fee includes:
- Conference attendance
- Conference materials
- Meals during the conference
- Translation services
- Industry study tour transportation
The conference hotel information will be announced separately.
Please scan the QR code below to register.
VI. Contact Information
Ma Siran
+86 18810966598
Zhao Lantu
+86 13671117212
Liu Zhendong
+86 13311329959
Xiao Ming
+86 13693399270
Huang Nan
+86 13911416368
Li Huiquan
+86 18600406056
Han Jinghua
+86 15584633095
Email:
int@cnwood.org
Official Website:
www.gwtchina.org
