According to a survey by Canadean, 60% of consumers find new experiences more exciting than new products, and are starting to seek products offering more than mere functionality.

According to the Glass Packaging Institute's recent national survey, 95% of wine drinkers prefer glass packaging.

The global package printing market is expected to grow from U.S. $120.02 billion in 2016 to $192.75 billion by 2026 at 4.9% CAGR.

The global food container market is expected to reach U.S. $346.99 billion by 2025, driven by bioplastics and advances in cold storage and enhanced shelf life. 

As vendors become more recognized as brands, large retailers increase their private-label brand offerings.

The Paperboard Packaging Council’s recently released Trends: 2016 Industry Outlook and Market Data Report predicts stable, long-term growth for the folding carton market. 

Through 2020, the market for packaging coatings is expected to increase 1.9% per year to 60 million gallons.  

Demand for plastic cosmetic and toiletry containers in the U.S. is projected to increase 1.6% per year to 17.6 billion units in 2020; growth will be the result of healthy shipment expansion in a number of key plastic container applications.

See how smart packaging design can attract the fastest-growing, richest generation.