We are happy to invite you all, for the 36:th time to NTR Conference 2024, Helsinki, Finland.
Below you will find the facts you need to make your reservations.
On behalf of NWPC the organising committee are looking forward welcoming you to Helsinki!
Ella Springare, Joni Nousiainen, Fredrik Westin and Johan Fridh
Invitation facts and reservation
Time and place
HELSINKI 6. – 8. November 2024
Place: Clarion Hotel Helsinki, Tyynenmerenkatu 2 00220 Helsinki , Finland
Conference registration and fee
Registration: Please register here
Registration deadline
- until 30 August: Early-bird price and guaranteed hotel room
- from 31 August: Full price and no guaranteed reservation at the conference hotel
- Registration closes 25:th of October
Participation Fee
- Early-bird price 370 Euro
- Full price 400 Euro
The price includes full conference program as mentioned in program overview below.
Hotel reservation
Hotel accommodation is not included and must be booked separately by each participant.
- Follow this link for Hotel reservation
- Call Tel: +358934174551 kl 8-17
- Mail: reservations.cl.helsinki@strawberry.fi
- Use reservation code: NWPC
Preliminary agenda
Wednesday, November 6
| Time | Session / Activity |
|---|---|
| 12:00-12:30 | Lunch (Sandwiches) |
| 12:30-12:45 | Welcome & Introduction |
| 12:45-14:00 (4×20 min) | Session 1: Commercial landscape and outlook |
| Economic Outlook Tuuli Koivu, Chief Economist, Nordea Bank | |
| Sawtimber Industry Outlook Matti Kylävainio CEO, Keitele Timber Oy / Chairman of the Finnish Sawmills Association | |
| Merchant perspective Okko Tonteri, Category manager, Stark Group | |
| NTR-quality marked timber and markets Fredrik Westin General secretary NWPC | |
| 14:00-14:30 | Coffee Break |
| 14:30-16:00 (4x~20 min) | Session 2: Policy landscape and outlook |
| Regulatory landscape and chemical policies Speaker: TBD | |
| Political Outlook: Treated Wood for Decarbonisation Erik Karlsson, President European Institute for Wood Preservation, WEI | |
| Is the use of wood a solution or a challenge in the EU:s nature and climate policy? Karoliina Niemi, Director, Forest Affairs / Finnish Forest Industries | |
| Panel: Q&A | |
| 16:00 | End of Sessions day one |
| Hotel Check-in & Leisure Walk | |
| 18:00 | Löyly Public Sauna |
| 19:00 | Dinner at Löyly Restaurant |
Thursday, November 7
| Time | Session / activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00-10:00 (4×15 min) | Session 3: Standardisation |
| Why CEN TC38 is important for the wood treatment industry Mats Westin | |
| The Impact of New Service Life Standards on the Wood Industry’s Future Mr Ed SUTTIE BRE – Building Research Establishment | |
| Navigating CPR and the Aquis Process: Ensuring Compliance and Competitiveness for Treated Wood Products” Willie Clason | |
| Will the new standards for Natural Durability change wood use TBD | |
| 10:00 | Coffee Break |
| 10:30-12:00 (20+6×10) | Session 4: NTR Quality control |
| Quality Inspection, Report from the Technical Group, TEG TEG Representative | |
| Quality Inspection, Report from Quality Control Bodies, QCB | |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch Break |
| 13:00-14:00 (3×20 min) | Session 5: NTR Developments |
| NTR Education Program, NTR School Book Fredrik Westin | |
| NTR portal Fredrik Westin | |
| New developments and products outlook New from Preservative Manufacturers | |
| 14:00-14:30 | Coffee Break |
| 14:30 – 15:45 (4×20 min) | Session 6: Using wood |
| The vision of Bifrost realised as the Uddebro Bridge Kristoffer Ekholm, TBS Timber bridge specialists AB | |
| Presentation of the nominated candidates for the Treated Wood Prize (Träskyddspriset 2024) Dr Andras Falk | |
| Project X YTB | |
| 15:45-16:00 | Closing remarks |
| 16:00 | End of Program |
| 18:00 | Dinner at Clarion Hotel |
Friday November 8
No organised program, Time for travel, meetings, relax or to explore Helsinki!
Explore Helsinki Beyond the Conference
While attending the NTR- conference in Helsinki, why not take the opportunity to explore this vibrant, sustainable capital by the Baltic Sea? Helsinki, a city where urban culture meets coastal nature, offers a variety of experiences that perfectly complement your journey.
After the sessions, take a leisurely stroll around Töölönlahti Bay or visit the city’s world-renowned architecture and museums. Experience the local culture by joining free public events, or indulge in the clean, fresh flavors of Finnish cuisine at some of the best restaurants in the country.
No trip to Helsinki is complete without experiencing the quintessential Finnish tradition: a refreshing dip in the sea followed by the soothing warmth of a public sauna. And with Helsinki’s excellent public transportation, you can easily explore the city’s top attractions, including the iconic Oodi Library, Kiasma Museum, and Lonna Island.
If you’re planning to stay for the weekend, Helsinki offers a safe and compact environment where you can enjoy the laid-back Nordic lifestyle. Whether you’re wandering through the city’s picturesque streets, savoring local delicacies at charming cafés, or discovering the hidden gems of the city, Helsinki promises an enriching experience beyond the conference.