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Analyst Opinions
Packaging Industry Business Confidence Report H1 2017
Amidst the market uncertainty with regard to Brexit and the new US presidency, the existing economic environment is stable for the packaging industry, and customer confidence levels will remain positive during H1 2017 (February 2017-July 2017). Survey results reveal that executives who operate in North America project a more favorable opinion about the economic prospects in the region for H1 2017. Improvement in the labor market, positive sales growth, rise in disposable income, expansion of retail chains, declining/stable oil prices,...
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Case Studies
Pack-Track Seize+Adapt Case Study: Wider opportunities for a closure with a pouring chute
"Pack-Track Seize+Adapt Case Study: Wider opportunities for a closure with a pouring chute", uses GlobalData's Pack-Track packaging innovation tool to take a closer look at a pack format used in Austria by Wiberg for its Wiberg at Home range of seasoning mixes, and to consider how it could potentially inspire cross-category innovation. Packaging innovation can be a tricky area to navigate, but by thinking laterally and exploring pack formats that are already available outside your own market sectors, it may...
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Analyst Opinions
Smart and Simple Packaging: Packaging innovations that are reshaping consumer perceptions of brands and products
"Smart and Simple Packaging", examines consumer preferences and industry trends in packaging, particularly those with digitally connected and environmentally friendly positionings. It examines why these innovations are important, who the target market is, and how FMCG brands can best capitalize on the trend. Packaging is critical for building positive perceptions of a brand as well as winning over new consumers. When standing in a shopping aisle, packaging is the initial differentiator for consumers. Incorporating novel packaging can help define a...
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Analyst Opinions
Packaging Industry Business Confidence Report H2 2017
GlobalData’s "Packaging Industry Business Confidence Report H2 2017", examines executives’ opinion about the business environment during H2 2017 (Sep 2017-Feb 2018). It also highlights existing economic conditions, supplier price variations, sales performance, industry and company growth outlook, spending patterns, and key priorities. Additionally, the report provides information categorized by region. Rising investment in housing and construction, escalating urbanization, development of retail chains and rapid increase in healthcare and cosmetics sectors, are driving the stable economic environment for the packaging industry,...
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Sector Analysis
Trends and Opportunities in the Canadian Packaging Industry: Analysis of changing packaging trends in the food, cosmetics & toiletries, beverages and other industries
"Trends and Opportunities in the Canadian Packaging Industry", report brings together multiple data sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the Packaging industry in Canada, as part of our coverage of the industry across 20 countries. It includes Market Overview, Growth in use of Pack Material by Sector, Analysis of Key Packaging Materials, Trends and Future Outlook. The packaging industry in Canada is estimated to grow from 45,831.9 million units in 2016 to 49,227.8 million units by 2021, registering a...
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Analyst Opinions
Packaging Industry Business Confidence Report H1 2018
GlobalData’s "Packaging Industry Business Confidence Report H1 2018", examines executives’ opinion about the business environment during H1 2018. It also highlights existing economic conditions, supplier price variations, sales performance, industry and company growth outlook, spending patterns, and key priorities. Additionally, the report provides information categorized by region. The existing economic environment is stable for the packaging industry, and customer confidence level will remain positive during H1 2018 (March 2018-August 2018). Survey results reveal that executives who operate in North America...
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Consumer Insights
Global Executives Survey: The Future of New Packaging Materials
GlobalData’s "Global Executives Survey: The Future of New Packaging Materials", examines the role of current use of packaging materials in the global packaging industry. Furthermore, the report identifies the opportunities that are emerging for new packaging materials and whether manufacturers are willing to pay additional costs for new materials. Executives identify that biodegradable materials will have the highest opportunities for new packaging materials as a result of their primary benefit of environmental friendliness. The packaging material’s development over the next...
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Analyst Opinions
Wider Opportunities for a Snap-Opening Vacuum Pack - Packaging Seize+Adapt Concept
"Wider Opportunities for a Snap-Opening Vacuum Pack - Packaging Seize+Adapt Concept" uses GlobalData's Pack-Track packaging innovation tool to take a closer look at a pack format used in South Korea by Lotte International for its L'Grow Hankki Togtog washed rice, and to consider how it could potentially inspire cross-category innovation. Packaging innovation can be a tricky area to navigate, but by thinking laterally and exploring pack formats that are already available outside your own market sectors, it may be possible...
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Analyst Opinions
Wider Opportunities for a Lightweight Plastic Bottle - Packaging Seize+Adapt Concept
"Wider Opportunities for a Lightweight Plastic Bottle - Packaging Seize+Adapt Concept" uses GlobalData's Pack-Track packaging innovation tool to take a closer look at a pack format used in the UK by Beiersdorf for Nivea Naturally Good body lotion, and to consider how it could potentially inspire cross-category innovation. Packaging innovation can be a tricky area to navigate, but by thinking laterally and exploring pack formats that are already available outside your own market sectors, it may be possible to Seize+Adapt...
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Product Insights
Meals and Meal Components Packaging Opportunities - New Packaging Formats and Value-added Features
Convenience is the key for many consumers, especially for products from the meal and meal components categories. Ecological awareness is constantly changing the market and motivates manufacturers to use more sustainable materials, reduce their reliance on traditional petroleum plastics, introduce biodegradable or sustainable packs, or simply modify existing formats to make them more eco-friendly. The search for premium and upscale products is also evident, especially for consumers who look for higher product quality. This is quite often achieved by using...
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