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Sector Analysis
Middle East and Africa (MEA) Sustainable Packaging Market Summary, Competitive Analysis and Forecast to 2030
Sustainable Packaging in Middle East & Africa industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market share, market size (value and volume 2020-25, and forecast to 2030). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Key Highlights - Sustainable packaging refers to packaging materials and processes designed to have a minimal environmental impact. It focuses on reducing waste, conserving resources, and supporting the principles of...
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Thematic Analysis
FDI Trends in LATAM (2025)
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Latin American (LATAM) region is projected to increase in 2025, sculpted by commodity demand, competing US-Chinese investments, and expanded bilateral trade agreements conductive of FDI inflows. According to GlobalData’s FDI database, opened Greenfield FDI projects are projected to increase by ~1.8% in 2025, preceding consecutive years of growth in 2022, 2023 and 2024. Bucking the global trend, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Latin American (LATAM) region is projected to increase in 2025, sculpted...
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Thematic Analysis
FDI Trends in the Middle East (2025)
Following a period of significant Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) growth from 2019 to 2023, the inflow of FDI into the Middle East (ME) has slowed down due to risk premiums affecting investor confidence. Capital market reforms, eased equity caps, and limited FDI screening adopted by the likes of Saudi Arabia and the UAE have made material differences to making nations more compatible with global markets. Still, FDI projects opened in the ME region declined by 10.6% YoY in 2024, according...
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Thematic Analysis
FDI Trends in APAC (2025)
Overall, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region experienced significant growth in inward Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) for 2024. This growth was primarily focused on sectors such as renewables, communications/media, and electronics, with the United States, United Kingdom, and France identified as major investors. In 2025, increasing trade barriers and geopolitical tensions are altering the landscape of APAC FDI. While protectionist measures and security-driven screening are redirecting some investments, such as semiconductors from Taiwan, towards the United States, resilient markets like India and...
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Analyst Opinions
Industrial Robots: Trends and Innovations
Industrial Robots move from automation to autonomy Industrial robotics is entering a new phase of transformation as intelligent, mobile, and humanoid systems reshape automation across sectors. Evolving beyond traditional caged robots, next-generation platforms integrate AI, computer vision, digital twins, and advanced actuation to enable adaptive, flexible, and connected operations. Automotive, electronics, and aerospace remain core adopters, while healthcare, construction, and logistics are emerging growth frontiers. Companies such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Tesla are piloting humanoids for assembly and logistics, ABB,...
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Consumer Insights
Industry Insights: Food Safety in Packaging
Report Value Proposition – Why Does Food Safety Matter in Packaging? Food safety has become a strategic priority across the packaging industry as manufacturers seek to reduce contamination risks, strengthen consumer trust, and comply with increasingly stringent food safety regulations. Advances in packaging materials, production processes, and artificial intelligence are helping companies improve hygiene standards while enhancing product quality and operational efficiency. GlobalData's Food Safety in Packaging report examines the innovations reshaping food packaging, highlighting how AI, improved manufacturing practices,...
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Sector Analysis
Packaging Innovations: FutureTech Series
Report Value Proposition – Why This Matters for You Packaging technologies are rapidly evolving as companies seek smarter, safer, more sustainable, and more efficient ways to move products through increasingly complex supply chains. This report provides an in-depth analysis of six transformative packaging innovations that are reshaping the sector, including fiber-reinforced corrugated packaging, anti-counterfeit packaging, active cooling packaging, automated vision sorting, cryogenic sealing capsules, and automated unboxing systems. Using GlobalData’s proprietary technology intelligence and innovation tracking capabilities, the report evaluates...
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Consumer Insights
Industry Insights: AI in Packaging
Report Value Proposition – Why Does AI Matter in Packaging? Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the packaging industry by improving manufacturing efficiency, optimizing material usage, enhancing quality control, and streamlining recycling processes. From raw material production to end-of-life packaging management, AI is enabling packaging manufacturers and consumer goods companies to reduce costs, improve sustainability, and accelerate innovation. GlobalData's AI in Packaging report examines the technologies and AI-driven innovations transforming the packaging value chain. Combining industry analysis with emerging technology trends,...
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Thematic Analysis
Packaging M&A Deals 2024 - Top Themes - Strategic Intelligence
This report analyzes the disruptive themes that have driven M&A activity in 2024 in the Packaging Sector.
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Company Insights
Ball Corporation - Digital Transformation Strategies
Ball Digital Transformation Strategies Overview Ball has been focusing on using big data, artificial intelligence, future of work, robotic process automation, advanced materials, cybersecurity, electric vehicles, digitalization and innovation to digitally transform its operations. The annual ICT spending of Ball was estimated at $801.1 million for 2024. A major share of this spending is earmarked for acquiring software, network and communications, and hardware services from vendors. Ball and its consolidated subsidiaries supply aluminum packaging to the household products, personal care,...
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