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AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2025
18:00 PM – 21:00 PM
Welcome Speech
Mr. Loy Joon How, General Manager, IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd.
18:30 PM – 21:00 PM
Open Networking
Thursday, 13 NOVEMBER 2025
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
KEYNOTE SPEAKER 1:
Thailand government’s roles in supporting the forestry & woodworking industry
- Director of Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Thailand)
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
KEYNOTE SPEAKER 2:
Southeast Asia’s woodworking industry: Present & Future Perspectives – Opportunities & Challenges
- Assoc.Prof. Songklod Jarusombuti, Director of Excellence Center for Natural Rubber Kasetsart University, Thailand
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
PANEL DISCUSSION 1:
Future Trends – Innovative new wood
materials; Wood Design Trends, SMART Manufacturing & Technology Advancements
- Panelist 1: Mr. Ger Gerdes, Consultant & Expert Technology Scouting, Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA), Germany
- Panelist 2: Mr. Aaron Boo, Managing Director, PYTHA Asia, Singapore
- Panelist 3: Mr. Cliff Chang, Director, SK Global Co., Ltd.
- Moderator: Assoc.Prof. Songklod Jarusombuti, Director of Excellence Center for Natural Rubber Kasetsart University, Thailand
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM
Q&A
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM
Coffee Break & Networking
Sponsored by American Softwood Export Council
12:20 PM – 13:30 PM
PRESENTATION 1:
Timber Constructions in the World of Architecture – Issues & Challenges
- 11:10 AM – 11:45 AM
Removing barriers to greater wood use in Southeast Asia
Mr. Kent Wheiler, Director, Center for International Trade in Forest Products, University of Washington, USA - 11:45 AM – 12:20 PM
China’s Development on Codes and Standards for Mass Timber Construction
Mr. Xu Fang, General Manager, American Softwoods, China
11:55 AM – 12:00 PM
Q&A
12:00 PM – 13:30 PM
Lunch Break
13:30 PM – 14:15 PM
PANEL DISCUSSION 2:
Sustainability Issues – Waste Management, Sourcing Practices, Certifications, Forestry Management, Deforestation & Environment impacts
- Mr. Ole Seidenberg, Managing Director, SKYSEED GmbH, Germany
- Panelist 2: TBA*
- Panelist 3: TBA*
- Assoc.Prof. Songklod Jarusombuti, Director of Excellence Center for Natural Rubber Kasetsart University, Thailand
14:15 PM – 14:20 PM
Q&A
14.20 PM – 16:00 PM
PRESENTATION 2:
Furniture Manufacturing & Production – Where do we go from here?
14.20 PM – 14:55 PM
Furniture: The technology-driven industry
- Mr. Ingo Bathe, Director international Sales, imos AG, Germany
14:55 PM – 15:30 PM
- Speaker 2: TBA*
15:30 PM – 16:00 PM
- Sponsore: TBA
16:00 PM – 16:45 PM
PANEL DISCUSSION 3: Market Access & Trade Regulations in Southeast Asia – Understanding policies, tariffs and free trade agreements impacting timber, furniture & woodworking trade
- Mr. Jirawat Tangkijngamwong, Vice Chairman of Council of Asia Furniture Association, and President of Thai Furniture Association and Thai Timber Association and CEO of Deesawat Industries Co., Ltd., Thailand
- Ms. May Yap, President, Singapore Timber Association
- Export–Import Bank, Thailand (Exim Bank)
- Moderator by Assoc.Prof. Songklod Jarusombuti, Director of Excellence Center for Natural Rubber Kasetsart University, Thailand
16:45 PM – 16:50 PM
Q&A
16:50 PM – 17:20 PM
Closing Remarks and Conference Summary
- Assoc.Prof. Songklod Jarusombuti, Director of Excellence Center for Natural Rubber Kasetsart University, Thailand
18:00 PM – 20:00 PM
Networking Dinner
Sponsore: TBA
FRIDAY, 14 NOVEMBER 2025
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Departure to Factory
Embark on a scenic drive to the factory, estimated to take between 1 to 1.5 hours. This journey provides a prime opportunity to prepare mentally for the informative tour ahead.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Factory Tour
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by the factory owner who will personally guide you through the facility. This tour offers an in-depth exploration of the factory’s operations and a unique perspective on the industry processes.
12:00 PM – 13:00 PM
Lunch at Restaurant
Following the tour, proceed to a selected restaurant where a lunch has been arranged. This meal offers an opportunity to discuss insights from the tour while enjoying a selection of fine cuisine in a professional setting.
13:00 PM – 14:30 PM
Return to Hotel
After lunch, you will be transported back to the hotel.
Note: The agenda may be subject to change without prior notice.