The projects presented during the in-person selection process included:
• Quva — software to analyze big data at the P&P mills;
• Timbeter — a digital solution to measure wood;
• Statanly Technologies — machine learning and analysis services and modules;
• CollectiveCrunch — SaaS-solution to predict wood mass, wood species and quality based on climatic, geographic and technological data;
• AnneaLT — a platform for creation of digital twins in the industry;
• Kazan National Research Technological University — complete animal feed from biomass and plant-based materials preliminary activation technology;
• Voronezh State Forest Technical University – modified wood for construction; • NWB (New Beverage Packaging) — new drinks packaging format;
• FilEko — production of biodegradable composites from nettle.
The finalists include development projects in the areas such as nanocellulose, new pulp-based materials (composites and biocomposites), biodegradable packaging materials, alternative raw materials to produce pulp, wood waste monetization, and others. Each project will undergo individual consideration in terms of developing business cases and partnership formats: investments, provision of sites and raw materials for piloting, technology licensing, or expert support.
Ilim Group is the leader of the Russian pulp and paper industry in terms of market share, output and investment volumes, and one of the industry leaders globally.
