About Global Wood Packaging Forum.

The Global Wood Packaging Forum is a collaboration of associated wood packaging organizations and representatives that meets to discuss global issues that affect the industry. To learn more about becoming a member, visit the members page.

Meetings And Conferences

NWPCA

NWPCA

MARCH 26-28, 2025 | NAPA, CALIFORNIA

The National Wooden Pallet and Container Association’s (NWPCA) Annual Leadership Conference draws over 700 attendees from nearly 20 countries each year. This premier event features keynote presentations and workshops on critical topics such as sustainability, regulatory trends, and industry innovations. It also offers unparalleled networking opportunities among leaders across the wood transport packaging sector.

Alongside sessions, panels, and networking events, the exhibitor showcase is a key highlight, facilitating connections between suppliers and industry leaders.
FEFPEB

FEFPEB

SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2024 | OOSTENDE-BRUGES, BELGIUM

Since 1946, the Fédération Européenne des Fabricants de Palettes et Emballages en Bois (FEFPEB) has served as the recognized European representative of national timber packaging associations.

A non-profit organization, FEFPEB represents manufacturers, repairers, traders, and related institutions in the wooden packaging sector. Its objectives include advocating for timber packaging and protecting the interests of the European wooden pallet and packaging industry.

CWPCA ACPCB

CWPCA

JUNE 7-8, 2024 | KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA

The Canadian Wood Pallet and Container Association (CWPCA) has represented the wood packaging industry since 1968, fostering partnerships with private businesses and government to protect and promote the industry. Based in Ottawa, the CWPCA serves over 160 members and 470 facilities across Canada, providing educational resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy on domestic and international issues.

The CWPCA also offers specialized support for heat treatment services, helping members meet ISPM-15 standards through guidance on compliance, training, and certification, ensuring wood packaging meets global phytosanitary requirements.

Timcon

TIMCON

JANUARY 12, 2024 | MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM

Members of TIMCON are invited to attend the next Annual General Meeting.

The meeting will provide a round-up of current developments pertaining to our industry.

LIGNA

LIGNA

MAY 26-30, 2025 | HANOVER, GERMANY

Ligna is an international trade fair for the woodworking industry. Discover a host of product innovations and the latest technology.

UN FAO

UN FAO International Forestry Quarantine Research Group (IFQRG)

NOVEMBER 4-8, 2024 | ROME, ITALY

Since 2004, the group has responded to requests for scientific information on forestry quarantine issues from the CPM, the Standards Committee and the Technical Panel on Forest Quarantine (TPFQ). The chair of IFQRG serves on the TPFQ as an expert and liaison to the members of IFQRG. IFQRG draws its membership from science, regulatory agencies and the international forest industry.