AWBA webpage bannerD06_ AWBA webpage banner-2

Join ANDRITZ at AWBA 2026

The Advanced Woody Biomass Alliance Conference brings together leaders shaping the role of advanced woody biomass in today’s energy and industrial landscape. Producers, technology providers, carbon-dependent industries, policymakers, and investors from around the world will convene to explore how woody biomass is evolving beyond traditional markets as a renewable carbon feedstock for fuels, chemicals, materials, and energy solutions.

Meet the ANDRITZ team at AWBA 2026 and discover how our complete biomass solutions help producers improve plant performance, increase throughput, enhance pellet quality, and support long-term operational reliability. From wood processing and drying to pelleting, automation, digitalization, and 360-degree service, ANDRITZ provides expertise across the complete production lifecycle.

EVENT DETAILS

Event: AWBA Conference 2026

Dates: October 19–20, 2026

Venue: The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center

Location: The Woodlands, Texas

Agenda

Featured Presentation at AWBA 2026

Hear from Dominique Kühner, Industry Director for Biomass, Waste, and Industrial Applications at ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel.

The presentation will take place during the general session on October 20 at 2:30 - 3 pm. CT.

About Dominique Kühner

Dominique Kühner is Industry Director for Biomass, Waste, and Industrial Applications at ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel, bringing more than 25 years of experience in delivering equipment and solutions across the mining, minerals, chemical, agriculture, and biofuels sectors. Kühner holds a process engineering degree from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich and has held leadership roles including Managing Director at W. Kunz dryTec AG, Senior Business Development Manager and Global Director of Sales at GEA Barr-Rosin, and Director of Sales and Technology at Moret Industries Group.

Since 2021, Dominique has led a global team across several countries to develop and implement strategies and plant solutions tailored to evolving customer needs in biomass, waste, and industrial applications

Why Meet with ANDRITZ?

Complete biomass plant solutions
Pellet mill and process technology
Automation and digitalization with Metris
Process optimization, modernization, and plant upgrades
Wear and spare parts for ANDRITZ equipment and other brands
Lifecycle service, training, and technical support

Why Attend AWBA 2026?

Connect with biomass producers and project developers from around the world
Explore emerging opportunities in renewable carbon markets
Gain insight into evolving policies, regulations, and sustainability requirements
Discover innovations in biomass processing, pellet production, automation, and digitalization
Meet technology providers, investors, and industry leaders driving the future bioeconomy
Build strategic partnerships across the global woody biomass value chain

From forest to finished product, AWBA brings together the people, technologies, and ideas advancing the future of woody biomass.

Schedule a Meeting at AWBA 2026

Planning to attend? Meet with our biomass experts to discuss your projects, operational challenges, and growth opportunities. Book a meeting with ANDRITZ during AWBA Conference 2026 and learn how we help producers stay Always On. Always Ahead.

Book a meeting

Join ANDRITZ at AWBA 2026

Book a hotel

Book your room at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center

Book a hotel