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Rigid Bulk Packaging Market Analysis Europe - Western Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Southern Europe - Size and Forecast 2024-2028

Rigid Bulk Packaging Market Analysis Europe - Western Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Southern Europe - Size and Forecast 2024-2028

Published: Jul 2024 160 Pages SKU: IRTNTR40781

Market Overview at a Glance

$729.6 Mn
Market Opportunity
4.8%
CAGR
4.12
YoY growth 2023-2024(%)

Europe Rigid Bulk Packaging Market Size 2024-2028 

The Europe rigid bulk packaging market size is forecast to increase by USD 729.6 million at a CAGR of 4.8% between 2023 and 2028.

  • The market is experiencing significant growth due to several key trends. Firstly, the increasing production and consumption of wine in Europe are driving market growth. Additionally, the rising number of free trade agreements within Europe is fostering market expansion. However, fluctuating raw material prices pose a challenge to market growth. With the ongoing urbanization and infrastructure development in Europe, there is a significant increase In the demand for construction materials, which require strong and reliable packaging solutions for transportation and storage. Producers must navigate these price fluctuations to maintain profitability. Overall, the European rigid bulk packaging market is poised for continued growth, with these trends shaping the market landscape.

What will be the size of the Europe Rigid Bulk Packaging Market during the forecast period?

Rigid Bulk Packaging Market in Europe Size

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  • The market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing demand from various industries, including manufacturing, automotive, chemical, and petrochemical sectors. Sustainability is a key trend driving market expansion, with a focus on recycling packaging and reducing product wastage. Construction activity also contributes to the market's growth, as IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers) are commonly used for transporting fuel commodities and other heavy materials. Logistics costs are a critical consideration, with the supply chain becoming increasingly complex due to the need for an efficient bill of materials management and the importance of product safety. The European Union's emphasis on reusability and returnable bulk packaging is also influencing market dynamics.
  • The market is concentrated, with key players serving the food, medical equipment, and petroleum products industries. The market's size is influenced by factors such as GDP, crude oil reserves, and export trends, as reported by the European Industrial Association (EIA). Overall, the market is expected to continue growing, driven by the need for cost-effective, safe, and sustainable packaging solutions.

How is this market segmented and which is the largest segment?

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD million" for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018-2022 for the following segments.

  • Material
    • Plastic
    • Metal
    • Wood
    • Others
  • Product
    • Pails
    • Drums
    • Others
  • Geography
    • Europe

By Material Insights

  • The plastic segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

In Europe, the rigid bulk packaging market encompasses a substantial segment utilizing plastic materials. Referred to as large containers or packaging options, rigid bulk packaging is employed for the transportation and storage of commodities in bulk. Plastic, with its strength, adaptability, and affordability, is a preferred material for such applications. It offers superior protection characteristics, high load-bearing capacity, and resistance to harsh conditions. Furthermore, plastic packaging provides exceptional resistance to UV rays, chemicals, and moisture. Major European industries, such as chemicals, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and construction, are significant consumers and growth drivers for rigid plastic bulk packaging.

Rigid Bulk Packaging Market in Europe Size

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The plastic segment was valued at  USD 951.00 million in 2018 and showed a gradual increase during the forecast period.

Market Dynamics

Our researchers analyzed the data with 2023 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.

What are the key market drivers leading to the rise in adoption of Europe Rigid Bulk Packaging Market?

Growing wine production and consumption in Europe is the key driver of the market.

  • The market encompasses various types of packaging solutions, including steel pails, drums, and boxes. These packaging solutions cater to diverse industries such as food and beverages, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Steel pails, known for their durability and resistance to corrosion, are widely used in the storage and transportation of chemicals and other industrial products.
  • Similarly, drums, available in various sizes and materials, are commonly used for storing and transporting liquids in industries like food and beverages and chemicals. Boxes, made of materials like wood, plastic, or corrugated cardboard, offer flexibility in size and shape and are used for packaging a wide range of products. The demand for these packaging solutions is driven by factors such as increasing industrial production and the need for safe and efficient transportation and storage solutions.

What are the market trends shaping the Europe Rigid Bulk Packaging Market?

The rising number of free trade agreements in Europe is the upcoming trend In the market.

  • The market is primarily driven by the demand for steel pails, drums, and boxes in various industries such as chemicals, food and beverages, and pharmaceuticals. Steel pails and drums are widely used due to their durability and ability to withstand harsh conditions during transportation and storage. These packaging solutions offer advantages such as ease of handling, stackability, and protection against external factors.
  • Additionally, rigid boxes are gaining popularity for their high-end appeal and ability to ensure product safety during transit. The market is expected to grow steadily due to the increasing demand for secure and efficient packaging solutions across various end-use sectors.

What challenges does Europe Rigid Bulk Packaging Market face during its growth?

Fluctuating raw material prices is a key challenge affecting the market growth.

The market encompasses various types of packaging solutions, including steel pails, drums, and boxes. Steel pails are widely used due to their durability and resistance to corrosion, making them suitable for storing and transporting chemicals and other heavy-duty products.

However, drums, another popular choice, offer a large capacity and are commonly used in the food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. Boxes, on the other hand, provide flexibility in terms of size and shape and are utilized for a wide range of applications, from food and beverages to industrial goods. Overall, rigid bulk packaging plays a crucial role in ensuring product safety, security, and efficiency in the European market.

Exclusive Europe Rigid Bulk Packaging Market Customer Landscape

The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator's stage to the laggard's stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth analysis strategies.

Rigid Bulk Packaging Market in Europe Share by Geography

 Customer Landscape

Key Companies & Market Insights

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, market forecast partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence In the market.

The market research and growth report includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about key companies, including:

  • Albea Services SAS
  • Amcor Plc
  • Berry Global Inc.
  • Brambles Ltd.
  • Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH
  • Coveris Management GmbH
  • Crown Holdings Inc.
  • DS Smith Plc
  • Greiner AG
  • Huhtamaki Oyj
  • KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG
  • Nefab AB
  • Plastipak Holdings Inc.
  • Quadpack Industries SA
  • Saccheria Piave Srl
  • Sealed Air Corp.
  • Smurfit Kappa Group
  • Sonoco Products Co.
  • Stora Enso Oyj

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.

Research Analyst Overview

Rigid bulk packaging plays a vital role in various industries across Europe, providing a reliable and efficient solution for transporting and storing a wide range of products. This market encompasses a diverse range of applications, including the chemicals sector, food and beverage industry, automotive sector, and medical equipment, among others. The demand for rigid bulk packaging is driven by several factors. The increasing focus on sustainability and reducing waste In the supply chain is one such factor. This has led to a rise In the use of reusable and returnable bulk packaging systems, such as Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), which offer cost savings and environmental benefits.

Another factor driving the growth of the rigid bulk packaging market is the construction industry. Moreover, the food and beverage industry is a major consumer of rigid bulk packaging. The industry's focus on product safety and cost-effective packaging solutions has led to the adoption of high-strength packaging materials, such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP), for transporting and storing non-hazardous liquids. In the chemicals sector, the demand for rigid bulk packaging is driven by the need for corrosion-resistant containers for hazardous liquid applications.

Moreover, the sector's focus on product safety and regulatory compliance has led to the adoption of specialized packaging solutions that meet the unique requirements of the industry. The oil, lubricants, and fuel commodities sectors also contribute significantly to the rigid bulk packaging market. These sectors require packaging solutions that can withstand the harsh conditions of transportation and storage, making rigid bulk packaging an ideal choice. The pharmaceutical industry is another major consumer of rigid bulk packaging. The sector's focus on ensuring the safety and integrity of sensitive products during transportation and storage has led to the adoption of specialized packaging solutions, such as IBCs and drums, for transporting and storing pharmaceutical products.

Market Scope

Report Coverage

Details

Page number

160

Base year

2023

Historic period

2018-2022

Forecast period

2024-2028

Growth momentum & CAGR

Accelerate at a CAGR of 4.8%

Market Growth 2024-2028

USD 729.6 million

Market structure

Fragmented

YoY growth 2023-2024(%)

4.12

Competitive landscape

Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks

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What are the Key Data Covered in this Market Report?

  • CAGR of the market during the forecast period
  • Detailed information on factors that will drive the market growth and forecasting between 2024 and 2028
  • Precise estimation of the size of the market  and its contribution of the market in focus to the parent market
  • Accurate predictions about upcoming market growth and trends and changes in consumer behaviour
  • Growth of the market across Europe
  • Thorough analysis of the market's competitive landscape and detailed information about companies
  • Comprehensive analysis of factors that will challenge the growth of market companies

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1 Executive Summary

  • 1.1 Market overview
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Market Overview
    • Executive Summary - Data Table on Market Overview
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Country Market Characteristics
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Market by Geography
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Market Segmentation by Material
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Market Segmentation by Product
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Incremental Growth
    • Executive Summary - Data Table on Incremental Growth
    • Executive Summary - Chart on Company Market Positioning

2 Market Landscape

  • 2.1 Market ecosystem
    • Parent Market
    • Data Table on - Parent Market
  • 2.2 Market characteristics
    • Market characteristics analysis
  • 2.3 Value chain analysis
    • Value Chain Analysis

3 Market Sizing

  • 3.1 Market definition
    • Offerings of companies included in the market definition
  • 3.2 Market segment analysis
    • Market segments
  • 3.3 Market size 2023
    • 3.4 Market outlook: Forecast for 2023-2028
      • Chart on Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Regional - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Europe: Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Regional - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)

    4 Historic Market Size

    • 4.1 Rigid Bulk Packaging Market in Europe 2018 - 2022
      • Historic Market Size - Data Table on Rigid Bulk Packaging Market in Europe 2018 - 2022 ($ million)
    • 4.2 Material segment analysis 2018 - 2022
      • Historic Market Size - Material Segment 2018 - 2022 ($ million)
    • 4.3 Product segment analysis 2018 - 2022
      • Historic Market Size - Product Segment 2018 - 2022 ($ million)
    • 4.4 Geography segment analysis 2018 - 2022
      • Historic Market Size - Geography Segment 2018 - 2022 ($ million)

    5 Five Forces Analysis

    • 5.1 Five forces summary
      • Five forces analysis - Comparison between 2023 and 2028
    • 5.2 Bargaining power of buyers
      • Bargaining power of buyers - Impact of key factors 2023 and 2028
    • 5.3 Bargaining power of suppliers
      • Bargaining power of suppliers - Impact of key factors in 2023 and 2028
    • 5.4 Threat of new entrants
      • Threat of new entrants - Impact of key factors in 2023 and 2028
    • 5.5 Threat of substitutes
      • Threat of substitutes - Impact of key factors in 2023 and 2028
    • 5.6 Threat of rivalry
      • Threat of rivalry - Impact of key factors in 2023 and 2028
    • 5.7 Market condition
      • Chart on Market condition - Five forces 2023 and 2028

    6 Market Segmentation by Material

    • 6.1 Market segments
      • Chart on Material - Market share 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Material - Market share 2023-2028 (%)
    • 6.2 Comparison by Material
      • Chart on Comparison by Material
      • Data Table on Comparison by Material
    • 6.3 Plastic - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Plastic - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Plastic - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Plastic - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Plastic - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 6.4 Metal - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Metal - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Metal - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Metal - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Metal - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 6.5 Wood - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Wood - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Wood - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Wood - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Wood - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 6.6 Others - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Others - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Others - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Others - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Others - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 6.7 Market opportunity by Material
      • Market opportunity by Material ($ million)
      • Data Table on Market opportunity by Material ($ million)

    7 Market Segmentation by Product

    • 7.1 Market segments
      • Chart on Product - Market share 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Product - Market share 2023-2028 (%)
    • 7.2 Comparison by Product
      • Chart on Comparison by Product
      • Data Table on Comparison by Product
    • 7.3 Pails - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Pails - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Pails - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Pails - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Pails - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 7.4 Drums - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Drums - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Drums - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Drums - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Drums - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 7.5 Others - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Others - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Others - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Others - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Others - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 7.6 Market opportunity by Product
      • Market opportunity by Product ($ million)
      • Data Table on Market opportunity by Product ($ million)

    8 Customer Landscape

    • 8.1 Customer landscape overview
      • Analysis of price sensitivity, lifecycle, customer purchase basket, adoption rates, and purchase criteria

    9 Geographic Landscape

    • 9.1 Geographic segmentation
      • Chart on Market share by geography - 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Market share by geography - 2023-2028 (%)
    • 9.2 Geographic comparison
      • Chart on Geographic comparison
      • Data Table on Geographic comparison
    • 9.3 Western Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Western Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Western Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Western Europe - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Western Europe - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 9.4 Central and Eastern Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Central and Eastern Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Central and Eastern Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Central and Eastern Europe - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Central and Eastern Europe - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 9.5 Southern Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028
      • Chart on Southern Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Data Table on Southern Europe - Market size and forecast 2023-2028 ($ million)
      • Chart on Southern Europe - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
      • Data Table on Southern Europe - Year-over-year growth 2023-2028 (%)
    • 9.6 Market opportunity by geography
      • Market opportunity by geography ($ million)
      • Data Table on Market opportunity by geography ($ million)

    10 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints

    • 10.1 Market drivers
      • 10.2 Market challenges
        • 10.3 Impact of drivers and challenges
          • Impact of drivers and challenges in 2023 and 2028
        • 10.4 Market opportunities/restraints

          11 Competitive Landscape

          • 11.1 Overview
            • 11.2 Competitive Landscape
              • Overview on criticality of inputs and factors of differentiation
            • 11.3 Landscape disruption
              • Overview on factors of disruption
            • 11.4 Industry risks
              • Impact of key risks on business

            12 Competitive Analysis

            • 12.1 Companies profiled
              • Companies covered
            • 12.2 Market positioning of companies
              • Matrix on companies position and classification
            • 12.3 Albea Services SAS
              • Albea Services SAS - Overview
              • Albea Services SAS - Product / Service
              • Albea Services SAS - Key offerings
            • 12.4 Amcor Plc
              • Amcor Plc - Overview
              • Amcor Plc - Business segments
              • Amcor Plc - Key news
              • Amcor Plc - Key offerings
              • Amcor Plc - Segment focus
            • 12.5 Berry Global Inc.
              • Berry Global Inc. - Overview
              • Berry Global Inc. - Business segments
              • Berry Global Inc. - Key news
              • Berry Global Inc. - Key offerings
              • Berry Global Inc. - Segment focus
            • 12.6 Brambles Ltd.
              • Brambles Ltd. - Overview
              • Brambles Ltd. - Business segments
              • Brambles Ltd. - Key news
              • Brambles Ltd. - Key offerings
              • Brambles Ltd. - Segment focus
            • 12.7 Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH
              • Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH - Overview
              • Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH - Product / Service
              • Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH - Key offerings
            • 12.8 Coveris Management GmbH
              • Coveris Management GmbH - Overview
              • Coveris Management GmbH - Product / Service
              • Coveris Management GmbH - Key offerings
            • 12.9 Crown Holdings Inc.
              • Crown Holdings Inc. - Overview
              • Crown Holdings Inc. - Business segments
              • Crown Holdings Inc. - Key news
              • Crown Holdings Inc. - Key offerings
              • Crown Holdings Inc. - Segment focus
            • 12.10 DS Smith Plc
              • DS Smith Plc - Overview
              • DS Smith Plc - Business segments
              • DS Smith Plc - Key news
              • DS Smith Plc - Key offerings
              • DS Smith Plc - Segment focus
            • 12.11 Greiner AG
              • Greiner AG - Overview
              • Greiner AG - Product / Service
              • Greiner AG - Key offerings
            • 12.12 Huhtamaki Oyj
              • Huhtamaki Oyj - Overview
              • Huhtamaki Oyj - Business segments
              • Huhtamaki Oyj - Key news
              • Huhtamaki Oyj - Key offerings
              • Huhtamaki Oyj - Segment focus
            • 12.13 KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG
              • KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG - Overview
              • KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG - Product / Service
              • KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG - Key offerings
            • 12.14 Nefab AB
              • Nefab AB - Overview
              • Nefab AB - Product / Service
              • Nefab AB - Key offerings
            • 12.15 Saccheria Piave Srl
              • Saccheria Piave Srl - Overview
              • Saccheria Piave Srl - Product / Service
              • Saccheria Piave Srl - Key offerings
            • 12.16 Sealed Air Corp.
              • Sealed Air Corp. - Overview
              • Sealed Air Corp. - Business segments
              • Sealed Air Corp. - Key news
              • Sealed Air Corp. - Key offerings
              • Sealed Air Corp. - Segment focus
            • 12.17 Sonoco Products Co.
              • Sonoco Products Co. - Overview
              • Sonoco Products Co. - Business segments
              • Sonoco Products Co. - Key news
              • Sonoco Products Co. - Key offerings
              • Sonoco Products Co. - Segment focus

            13 Appendix

            • 13.1 Scope of the report
              • 13.2 Inclusions and exclusions checklist
                • Inclusions checklist
                • Exclusions checklist
              • 13.3 Currency conversion rates for US$
                • Currency conversion rates for US$
              • 13.4 Research methodology
                • Research methodology
              • 13.5 Data procurement
                • Information sources
              • 13.6 Data validation
                • Data validation
              • 13.7 Validation techniques employed for market sizing
                • Validation techniques employed for market sizing
              • 13.8 Data synthesis
                • Data synthesis
              • 13.9 360 degree market analysis
                • 360 degree market analysis
              • 13.10 List of abbreviations
                • List of abbreviations

              Research Methodology

              Technavio presents a detailed picture of the market by way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources. The analysts have presented the various facets of the market with a particular focus on identifying the key industry influencers. The data thus presented is comprehensive, reliable, and the result of extensive research, both primary and secondary.

              INFORMATION SOURCES

              Primary sources

              • Manufacturers and suppliers
              • Channel partners
              • Industry experts
              • Strategic decision makers

              Secondary sources

              • Industry journals and periodicals
              • Government data
              • Financial reports of key industry players
              • Historical data
              • Press releases

              DATA ANALYSIS

              Data Synthesis

              • Collation of data
              • Estimation of key figures
              • Analysis of derived insights

              Data Validation

              • Triangulation with data models
              • Reference against proprietary databases
              • Corroboration with industry experts

              REPORT WRITING

              Qualitative

              • Market drivers
              • Market challenges
              • Market trends
              • Five forces analysis

              Quantitative

              • Market size and forecast
              • Market segmentation
              • Geographical insights
              • Competitive landscape

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              Frequently Asked Questions

              Rigid Bulk Packagingin Europe market growth will increase by $ 729.6 mn during 2024-2028 .

              The Rigid Bulk Packagingin Europe market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% during 2024-2028 .

              Rigid Bulk Packagingin Europe market is segmented by Material( Plastic, Metal, Wood, Others) Product( Pails, Drums, Others)

              Albea Services SAS, Amcor Plc, Berry Global Inc., Brambles Ltd., Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, Coveris Management GmbH, Crown Holdings Inc., DS Smith Plc, Greiner AG, Huhtamaki Oyj, KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG, Nefab AB, Plastipak Holdings Inc., Quadpack Industries SA, Saccheria Piave Srl, Sealed Air Corp., Smurfit Kappa Group, Sonoco Products Co., Stora Enso Oyj are a few of the key vendors in the Rigid Bulk Packagingin Europe market.

              Europe will register the highest growth rate of 100% among the other regions. Therefore, the Rigid Bulk Packagingin Europe market in Europe is expected to garner significant business opportunities for the vendors during the forecast period.

              Western Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Southern Europe

              • Growing wine production and consumption in Europe is the driving factor this market.

              The Rigid Bulk Packagingin Europe market vendors should focus on grabbing business opportunities from the Plastic segment as it accounted for the largest market share in the base year.