Frequently Asked Questions

ISWFPC 2027 is the 23rd International Symposium on Wood, Fibre and Pulping Chemistry. It brings together researchers, academics, students, and industry professionals to exchange knowledge in wood and fibre chemistry, pulping and bleaching, paper technology, biorefinery, biomaterials, and related fields.

The Main Symposium is scheduled for July 4–7, 2027, in Pekanbaru, Indonesia. The Post-Symposium is scheduled for July 8–10, 2027, in Bali, while the PanPac Conference is scheduled for July 8–11, 2027, in Bali. Please check the official website for updates.

ISWFPC 2027 is organized by the School of Pulp and Paper Technology, Department of Chemical Engineering, Universitas Riau, in collaboration with INA-TAPPI, while PanPac TAPPIs 2027 is organized by INA-TAPPI.

Researchers, lecturers, students, industry practitioners, government representatives, and other professionals working in relevant scientific and industrial fields are welcome to participate.

Visit https://iswfpc-panpactap2027.org, create an account or log in, complete your profile, and select your participant category (INA-TAPPI member, Student, or Professional). INA-TAPPI members and students will be verified by the admin before continuing. Then upload your abstract and wait for the Scientific Committee’s acceptance notification. Once accepted, select the event you wish to attend, complete the checkout, and follow the payment instructions. Check your account or email for confirmation. Details on registration and abstract submission are available on the ISWFPC website under the Submission menu.

Yes. Please create an account and complete your profile before proceeding with registration or abstract submission through the online portal.

The Main Symposium (Pekanbaru, July 4–7, 2027) focuses on wood and fiber chemistry research, covering Wood & Fiber Analytics, Biotechnology of Wood, Pulping & Bleaching Chemistry, Paper Science & Technology, Lignocellulosics, Biorefineries & Fractionation, and Biomaterials & Nanomaterials. The Post-Symposium (Bali, July 8–10, 2027), intended for participants who have registered for the Main Symposium, focuses on applied and environmental topics such as Environmental Biorefinery, Applied Chemistry, Technology of Agriculture-Forestry Residue, Pulp and Paper, Printing Technology, and Packaging and Environmental Technology. The Pan Pac TAPPIs Conference (Bali, July 8–11, 2027) is a separate regional conference held in conjunction with ISWFPC 2027, covering advancements in paper manufacturing, fiber recovery, and sustainable technologies.

No. Participants who wish to attend the Post-Symposium must register for the Main Symposium in Pekanbaru first. Post-Symposium registration is a separate step, subject to the options provided by the registration system.

Yes. Participants who wish to attend only the PanPac Conference may register directly for PanPac. They do not need to register for the Main Symposium in Pekanbaru.

Please consult the Registration page for the latest registration fees and announcements.

No. Accommodation is not included unless explicitly stated in a particular package. Participants are responsible for arranging and paying for their own accommodation.

Abstract submission is scheduled to open on November 16, 2026, with a deadline of January 22, 2027. Acceptance notifications are scheduled for February 26, 2027. Please check the official Submissions page for updates.

Create an account or log in to the ISWFPC 2027 portal, complete your profile, prepare your abstract according to the official guidelines, and submit the PDF file through the submission portal.

The abstract limit for this draft is 300 words. Abstracts should be written in English and submitted according to the official template and guidelines. Please verify that the submission portal reflects the same word limit.

Please refer to the abstract template available on the ISWFPC 2027 website under the Submission menu for the complete format and requirements.

Please indicate your preferred presentation format. Please note the final presentation format and assignment will follow the Organizing Committee’s instructions and scientific review process.

The acceptance notification is scheduled for February 26, 2027. Please monitor your registered email address and account for updates.

Email the Organizing Committee at iswfpc2027@eng.unri.ac.id. Include your full name, registered email address, a brief description of the problem, and a screenshot of any error message if possible.

The Main Symposium is planned for the Integrated Classroom, Universitas Riau, Pekanbaru. The program includes a mill visit to the RAPP pulp mill in Pangkalan Kerinci, which will be conducted as a bus tour of the facility. Please consult the official Program page for the latest details.

Both events are scheduled to take place in Bali. The published Post-Symposium venue is Prama Sanur Beach Hotel, Bali. Please check the official Program page for updates.

No. The Organizing Committee will not arrange flights or transportation between Pekanbaru and Bali. Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel.

Participants who require an invitation letter for a visa application may contact the Organizing Committee. Please provide your full name as shown on your passport, institution, country, and registration details. Check visa requirements with the relevant Indonesian immigration authorities.

The Mill Visit is a technical visit to the RAPP pulp mill in Pangkalan Kerinci, Riau, conducted as a bus tour of the facility. It is scheduled for July 7, 2027, as part of the Main Symposium program.

The Mill Visit is listed in the Main Symposium program. Participation is subject to capacity limits, access requirements, and arrangements communicated by the Organizing Committee. You can add the Mill Visit by selecting it as an add-on when purchasing your ticket. The Mill Visit is free of charge.

Yes. The number of participants is limited due to industrial facility access and visit arrangements. Register your interest as early as possible and follow the Organizing Committee’s instructions. Main Symposium registration does not necessarily guarantee a place on the Mill Visit.

Participants must comply with all safety instructions, access restrictions, and directions provided by mill personnel and tour guides. Photography and video recording are prohibited throughout the mill tour, according to the published visit information.

No. Participants are responsible for booking and paying for their own accommodation. Selected partner hotels may offer special rates for conference participants; check the official accommodation page for current details.

The official accommodation page lists Swiss-Belinn SKA Hotel as a partner option. Other recommended hotels include Hotel Pangeran, Novotel Pekanbaru, The Zuri Hotel, Royal Asnof Hotel, Aryaduta Pekanbaru, Grand Suka Hotel, Prime Park Hotel, The Premiere Hotel, and Grand Elite Hotel. Check the official accommodation page for details and availability.

Prama Sanur Beach Bali is listed as the venue hotel. Abian Harmony Hotel & Spa is also listed as an alternative. Please consult the official accommodation page for details.

Visit the Accommodations page, choose your preferred hotel, and follow the booking instructions provided. Check applicable dates, room availability, booking conditions, and any promotional codes before completing your reservation.

No. Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. Please book directly through the hotel’s designated channel or a trusted accommodation platform.

If you plan to attend the Main Symposium in Pekanbaru and then continue to the Post-Symposium or PanPac Conference in Bali, please arrange accommodation in both destinations according to your travel dates.

Please visit the official website https://iswfpc-panpactap2027.org regularly.

You can contact the Organizing Committee by email at iswfpc2027@eng.unri.ac.id.