Fresh Food Packaging Market in Europe 2017-2021

This market research study identifies Amcor, Bemis Company, Graphic Packaging International, Sealed Air, and Smurfit Kappa Group as the leading players in the fresh food packaging market in Europe. A comprehensive analysis of this market is also presented by products such as flexible plastics, rigid plastics, paper and paperboard, and other materials.

Overview of the fresh food packaging market in Europe

Research analysis on the fresh food packaging market in Europe identifies that the growing demand for innovative packaging solutions will be one of the major factors that will have a positive impact on the growth of the market. The emergence of innovative technologies such as the modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) solution is used to prevent the oxidation of fats and oils by maintaining an optimum level of required oxygen for different food products. MAP increases the shelf life of food items by preventing the growth of microbes and slowing down the degradation of the product quality. For instance, MAP helps to maintain the optimum oxygen level of 2% to 6% for food products such as fruits and vegetables inside the packaging. Technavio's market research analysts predict that this market will grow at a CAGR of close to 3% by 2021.

The increasing adoption of pouch packaging is one of the key trends that will gain traction in the fresh food packaging market in Europe. Manufacturers are increasingly developing pouch packaging products because these packaging materials ensure the safety of the food product and save cost. Furthermore, its cost-effectiveness and convenience are also driving the demand for pouch packaging in the European fresh food packaging market.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The fresh food packaging market in Europe is characterized by the presence of both domestic and international vendors. These vendors are increasingly competing against each other based on factors such as product features, quality, performance, cost, and supply chain management.

Key vendors in this market are -

• Amcor
• Bemis Company
• Graphic Packaging International
• Sealed Air
• Smurfit Kappa Group

Other prominent vendors in the market include Anchor Packaging, BALL, Berry Plastics Group, COVERIS, Interflex Group, International Paper, Leucadia National, LINPAC Packaging, Pactiv, Reynolds, Sonoco Products Company, and WestRock Company.

Segmentation by product and analysis of the fresh food packaging market in Europe

• Flexible plastics
• Rigid plastics
• Paper and paperboard

The flexible packaging segment includes films, pouches, sheets, and bags. Flexible plastics packaging materials such as ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) are widely used in food packaging because they act as an oxygen barrier in fresh food packaging. The segment will continue to grow during the estimated period because it provides a variety of options for flexible packaging companies and is compatible with the storage conditions of enclosed products.

Growth drivers, challenges, and upcoming trends: Single-serve or small sized packs

Manufacturers are offering more diversified and customized pack size and small sized packages due to the growing demand for single-person households in Europe. The trend will gain traction in the market during the coming years due to the initiatives from the government to keep a check on the sugar consumption and obesity.

This report provides a number of factors contributing to the adoption, limitations, and opportunities of the fresh food packaging market in Europe. It also offers an analysis of each factor and an estimation of the extent to which the factors are likely to impact the overall market growth.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the fresh food packaging market in Europe?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the fresh food packaging market in Europe?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the fresh food packaging market in Europe?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the fresh food packaging market in Europe?
• What are the trending factors influencing the market shares of Europe?
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the fresh food packaging market in Europe?

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Our market research methodology for the fresh food packaging market in Europe

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