Key Themes of INTERFORST

Shaping the Future: Answers for the Forest of Tomorrow

Climate change, generational transition, technological innovation, and increasing demands for sustainability and efficiency are shaping the forestry sector like never before. Under the guiding theme “Shaping Forests Together. Leveraging Diversity. Securing the Future.” INTERFORST, taking place from October 15–18, 2026, becomes the platform for the industry’s key future challenges — and the place for concrete answers and forward-looking impulses: sustainable, interactive, and visionary.

Healthy Forests of the Future

Sustainable forest management is the key to a healthy forest in the face of climate change. As the leading international trade fair, INTERFORST presents practical, hands-on solutions for future-oriented forest management.

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People in Focus

People are at the heart of a future-ready forestry sector. Discover how generational change, workforce development, and modern careers in forestry are shaping the industry—and the role INTERFORST plays.

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Forest Technology on New Paths

Innovative forestry technology is shaping the forest of tomorrow. Experience cutting-edge machinery, intelligent systems, and sustainable drive concepts at INTERFORST.

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Digitalization of Forestry & Wood

Digitalization is one of the most forward-looking trends in forestry and plays a central role at INTERFORST. Discover the latest technologies and trends—and gain insights into the future of the industry.

Man wearing a VR headset simulates woodcutting with a chainsaw in an interactive exhibition installation with a forest backdrop.

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