The top five disruptive technologies in flexible packaging are forecast to be intelligent (smart) packaging, recyclability, packaging openability, bio-based polymers and digital printing, according to a new market report by Smithers Pira.
Specialty Packaging Technologies focuses on customized pre-made pouches, including spouted pouches, utilizing the latest innovations and technologies in specialized pouch production equipment from Karlville Development Group.
Demand in North America’s converted flexible packaging market has been underpinned by recovering economies and flexible packaging formats being used as alternatives to traditional rigid packaging.
The flexible packaging market is estimated to be worth $351 billion by 2018
January 10, 2014
With a growing focus on convenience and sustainability, traditional pack types are being replaced by innovative and flexible options designed to meet these consumer needs.
A new report from PCI Films Consulting forecasts that flexible packaging demand in the Middle East and Africa will grow by around 5% p.a. over the next five years as confidence in the region’s growing economy encourages inward investment and greater emphasis on mass food processing.
Lightweight plastic packaging will be a key trend in the US retail market leading up to 2017
December 18, 2013
According to a new report by Canadean, the continued growth in demand for lightweight plastic packaging will be a key trend in the US retail market leading up to 2017.