ForestTECH 2025: A smarter forestry sectorFriday 14 Nov 2025
Next week, ForestTECH 2025 returns to Rotorua (18-19 Nov 2025), followed by Melbourne (25-26 Nov 2025), bringing together forest managers, researchers, and technology providers to explore practical innovations driving smarter, safer, and more sustainable forestry. This year’s programme focuses on real-world innovation in action, with presentations highlighting how AI, automation, and digital systems are being deployed to enhance both environmental outcomes and operational performance across the forest sector. Albrecht von Ruffer, CEO of SKYLAB, will share insights on how custom-built AI tools are revolutionising forest data analysis. “AI and remote sensing hold big promises for better forest management, but there’s no one-size-fits-all,” says von Ruffer. “The key lies in customising AI to the particular forest type and structure at hand — customisable forestAI.” Von Ruffer’s session explores how specialised AI models can be tailored to solve specific forestry challenges, from estimating slash volumes post-harvest to measuring pruning heights using 3D data - unlocking precision tools designed for the forest at hand. Esthevan Gasparoto, Co-Founder and CEO of Treevia Forest Technologies, will demonstrate how continuous, data-driven intelligence is transforming forest management. “Technology is not replacing fieldwork; it’s amplifying our ability to understand and manage forests in near real time,” says Gasparoto. Drawing on case studies from Latin America and beyond, he will show how IoT, remote sensing, and AI are improving decision-making, boosting efficiency, and strengthening sustainability reporting. Closer to home, Brionny Hooper, Human Factors Scientist at the Bioeconomy Science Institute, will examine New Zealand’s transition to mechanised planting and the human factors driving its success. “The shift to mechanised planting is transforming not just operations, but the human experience - driving innovation right at the forestry frontline,” says Hooper. Her session highlights how adaptive design, training, and collaboration are essential to ensure technology enhances performance, reduces fatigue, and builds a resilient, tech-savvy workforce. From Japan, Masanori Onishi, CEO of DeepForest Technologies, will showcase how AI and drone-based forest analysis are setting new standards for transparency in forest monitoring and carbon credit creation. DeepForest’s software enables individual tree-level assessments - improving forest data accuracy, operational transparency, and the integrity of carbon measurement systems worldwide. ForestTECH 2025 continues to lead the conversation on how digital transformation and innovation are reshaping forestry from the ground up. Registrations to both events are still available - book now to avoid missing out. Click here for further details and to register Source: ForestTECH 2025  | ||
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