Monday, 19 February 2018

Mailer Paper Boxes – Best Packaging Solution and Current Trend in E-commerce

Last mile delivery is the major challenge for e-Commerce businesses. Inefficiencies due to damage of the goods in transit, and high e-Commerce packaging costs are the major problems hampering the growth of e-Commerce businesses worldwide. E-commerce businesses, mail & postal service businesses are constantly looking for efficient packaging products, which can bring down the overall packaging costs, contributed into last mile delivery charges. Mailer paper boxes are the best solution and current trend in e-commerce, mail & postal services markets. Mailer paper boxes are lightweight, environmental friendly, recyclable, low cost etc.
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The easy printability and large printing space is the added advantage of mailer paper boxes. Mailer paper boxes market is very fragmented and it is highly dominated by small and medium scale manufacturers. Competition is intensifying into the market, where branded product manufacturers are facing tough price battles with local unorganized players. Recent trends in mailer paper boxes market shows rising consolidation trend and the packaging aggregators and sales volume by online channels is in constant rise.
Rising penetration of e-Commerce into semi-urban and rural geographies in emerging markets like India, Argentina, Brazil, Nigeria, South Africa and other countries is driving the demand for mailer paper boxes. Growing intolerance towards plastic and its negative effects on environment is influencing the demand for mailer paper boxes. Rising cross border buying and increasing mobility of population across different geographies is influencing the growth in demand for mailer paper boxes from courier and postal services businesses like FedEx, DHL, first flight etc.  Easy printability and high graphics on mailer paper boxes is driving the e-Commerce sales by increasing consumer retention.
Single wall and double wall fluted/ non-fluted mailer boxes are expected to drive the overall market growth. Rising concerns about de-forestation, and paper packaging environmental footprint is expected to restrain the growth of mailer paper boxes market. Substitutive products like envelopes made of plastic and paper are expected to restrain the growth of mailer paper boxes. Envelops are flexible and lightweight, which makes them consumer’s first choice to ship lightweight parcels. Mailer paper boxes are rigid, and mainly used to ship fragile and delicate consumer goods like electronics items, glassware, ceramic artefacts etc.
Mailer paper boxes market has been segmented on the basis of region into North America, Latin America Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Asia Pacific Excluding Japan (APEJ), Middle East & Africa (MEA), and Japan.  APEJ is expected to dominate the overall global mailer paper boxes market, followed by Western Europe and North America.  APEJ mailer paper boxes market growth is highly driven by China, Australia & New Zealand, India and South Korea.
Some of the players associated with the global mailer paper boxes market are International Paper Company, Mondi Group, Northwest Paper Box, Salazar Packaging, Inc., Accurate Box Company, Inc., Shanghai DE Printed Box, Guangzhou Huaisheng Packaging Co., Ltd. and others.

Cold Chain Packaging is Rising Rapidly Due to Boost in the Sales of Medicinal Products

The quality of service in “Cold Chain” is largely dependent on the growing investments in latest technology as well as equipment, particularly the cold chain packaging solution. Over the last decade or two, highly competitive market are facing economic hardships, and hence, pharmaceutical companies were looking for different methods to minimize cost of product packaging. One of the ways thought of to achieve cost cutting was the use of inexpensive packaging solutions such as passive packaging system, but then it involved the risk of exposing the medicinal products to the ambient temperatures.
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Hence, for the logistics of temperature-sensitive drugs, pharmaceutical companies have shifted its focus towards using the cold chain packaging solution that suits a particular situation. Cold chain packaging solutions include different types of refrigerated containers, temperature monitors & integrators for managing product’s life period.
The demand for cold chain packaging has grown immensely in the healthcare packaging sector. Cold chain packaging finds its applications in supply & logistics of biopharmaceuticals, clinical trials & vaccines, etc. This substantial growth of the cold chain packaging market is due to boost in the sales of medicinal products needing cold chain logistics. Also, governments of various countries coupled with its regulatory agencies have designed several guidelines and have adopted their own “Goods Distribution Practices (GDP)”.
However, one key challenge in the cold chain packaging market is the rising cost of raw material. Polystyrene is the primary raw material used in built-up of cold chain packaging solutions.  In the recent times, instability in prices of polystyrene, owing to the increased gap between demands and supply, has surged the price and is likely to continue during the forecast period. Moreover, escalated raw materials cost further leads to raising the overall cost of final product.
Some key players that currently operate in cold chain packaging market across the globe are Cryopak Industries Inc., Cold Chain Technologies, Inc., Dgp Intelsius Llc., CCL Industries., Sealed Air Corporation,  Softbox Systems Ltd.,  Amcor Limited, Clondalkin Group., Gerresheimer etc.

Stationery Films Packaging Market – Industry Analysis, Growth and New Market Opportunities Explored

Stationery films are used to supply non-PVC products in the graphics and stationery industries. Stationery films are used in a wide range of applications, such as, advertising, bookbinding, folders, and menu, among others. Since, advertising is key to enhancement of brand image, almost all manufacturers rely on it for consumer engagement. Stationery films play a pivotal role in many advertisement pamphlets. Also, stationery films are used in books for binding.
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Many regions have registered an increase in the number of school-going children, due to persistent efforts by regional governments to increase the reach of education to the masses, especially in poor countries. This has resulted in a growing demand for books. In addition, due to changing lifestyle of consumers in emerging economies, coupled with increased disposable income, many consumers have shown preference towards dining-out, at least once a month. This has led to a rise in number of restaurants and hotels, which widely use stationery films for their menu cards. Due to these factors, the growth outlook for the global stationery films market, is expected to be largely positive, over the forecast period.
There are numerous factors which contribute to the growth of global stationery films market. These include an increase in efforts by governments, to boost the tourism industries in their countries. Tourism accounts for a significant share of GDP in many countries. Emerging countries, such as India, have invested a fair share of money into enhancing their tourism industry. The Indian tourism industry, for instance, has emerged as one of the key drivers of growth among the services sector, which has led to the rise in number of hotels and luxury resorts, in the country. As a result, there is a rise in demand for stationery films which is required in menu covers. Due to rise in the e-commerce industry, there is an increase in trade volume, because of which, maximum brand owners are focusing on innovative solutions, such as, barcode labels, for real time tracking of products and goods.  This also plays a significant role in increasing the demand for stationery films.
Since stationery films are actively used in barcode labels, the market of stationery films is expected to grow on the backdrop of barcode labels growth, supported by increase in penetration of e-commerce. Moreover, stationery films are often the best material which is used in stationery items such as CD sleeves, DVD case covers, folders, menu covers, and sheet protectors, among others. Despite the positive outlook, there are certain factors, which might hamper the growth of the global stationery films packaging market. One of the prominent restraints for the market is the rise in e-book culture. This might lead to a decline in preference for hard bound books, resulting in less demand for stationery films for books.

Dishwasher Safe Label – Excellent Labelling Solution for Both Dry & Wet Applications

Nowadays, customized waterproof labels have turn out to be a generalized form of labeling and hence is available in almost infinite design, variety, and function. Dishwasher safe labels are merely press-and-stick custom labels. These labels are laminated so that they won’t fade-away or crack and continue to look new for years thus increasing its life. Dishwasher safe labels have a high application base among the personalized child products packaging.
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Dishwasher safe label forms an excellent labelling solution for both dry & wet applications and thus holds up to the components exceedingly well. Products such as baby bottles, sippy cups, food containers, school supplies, etc. are likely to consume waterproof dishwasher safe labels. Dishwasher safe labels are suitable to stick on plastic, metal and glass substrates. Over the upcoming decade, the demand for dishwasher safe labels is expected to witness a blistering growth owing to its consumer suitability with high purchase performance.
The demand in the dishwasher safe label market is projected to grow at a healthy rate for several reasons. The growth of customer inclination towards the use of a water-resistant personalized label is expected to remain as one of the key driving factors towards the surging demand for dishwasher safe labels across the globe. Dishwasher safe labels are used in a variety of products such as water bottles, sippy cups, baby bottles, sports equipment, food containers, school supplies, camp gear, daycare items, – the list is endless.
These labels form a customized sticker that is equipped with industrial strength adhesives which ensures that this labels won’t fall-off or wash off in the dishwasher. On the other hand, some limiting factor that hampers the growth of the dishwasher safe label market is the higher cost of raw materials. Moreover, lack of awareness among the customers across the developing economies also hinders the growth of dishwasher safe labels market.
Some key players that currently operate in the global dishwasher safe labels market are Name Bubbles., Modish – A Creative Collective., Label Pal., Easy2name Limited., IdentaMe Labels., Rippedsheets.com., and many others

Bottles Display Racks – Three side Shopability is Expected to Gain traction in the Coming Years

Over the last decade or two, manufacturers which provide packaging solutions as well as supply & waste management are constantly into innovation to handle the changing product designs as well as material capabilities. The growing demand for retail merchandising solutions with efficient space-saving design and prepared from lightweight material composition have made bottles display racks a prevalent display solution across beverages market segments. Metal racks are the most favoured material type in the manufacturing of bottle display racks beside, plastics, corrugated & foam board are also used. Likewise, custom designed bottle displays racks with three side shopability is expected to gain traction in the coming time.
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The key factor that pushes the demand of bottles display racks is that this displays forms an effective merchandising solution for promoting end-use products. Other factors such as simple installation, easy recyclability, cost-efficient, also add to the increasing demand for bottles display racks. Growing customer inclination towards organized retail stores such as supermarkets, hypermarkets, etc. has forced brand owners to stand different from its competitors.
As a result, the space-efficient & attractive bottles display racks have been readily preferred to increase the product sale. Moreover, grocery shops have shifted their focus for the use of display solution with bottle display racks forming their most preferred choice. All the above factors add up to the growth of bottles display racks market over the forecast period. However, growing customer inclination towards the purchase of wines & other premium beverages through online portals might obstruct the growth prospects of bottles display racks market.
The demand for bottles display racks is co-related with the increased branding budget among the beverages companies to launch & promote its drinks in retail outlets across the globe. In the coming times, fast-growing economies such as China, Brazil, India, South Africa, etc. are expected to witness more significant investments in an organized retail sector which in terms is projected for the growth of displays market.
Some key players that currently operate in the global bottles display racks market are Shenzhen Meiya Display Co. Limited., Mainstar Lightbox Display Co. Ltd, TheraPure Health Essentials Corp., Juncheng Metal & Plastics Co., Ltd., and many more.

Aluminum Foil Packaging Market driven by Growing Demand for Extended Shelf-life of Packaged Food

A recent study by Transparency Market Research has detected that the global aluminum foil packaging market is extremely fragmented in nature, with the top 12 companies accounting for merely 10.1% of the overall shares in 2017. The key companies identified by the report who attain respectable positions in the global aluminum foil packaging market are: China Hongqiao Group Limited, Amcor Limited, United Company RUSAL Plc. Eurofoil, Pactic LLC, Hindalco Indistries Ltd, Hulamin Ltd, Ess Dee Aluminium Ltd, Alcoa Corporation, Novelis Inc., Penny Plate, LLC, Alufoil Products Pvt. Ltd, Wyda Packaging (Pty) Ltd., and Nicholl Food Packaging. Among these, China Hongqiao Group Limited held 3.7% of the global shares in 2017.
As per the estimations of the TMR report, the demand in the global aluminum foil packaging market will augment at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period of 2017 to 2025. The report projects the global valuation of the aluminum packaging market to reach US$31.5 bn by the end of 2025, considerably up from its evaluated worth of US$20.8 bn in 2016. As far as strategic moves of the key companies is concerned, China Hongqiao Group Limited is focused on increasing its production capacity via acquisitions and depends on its sales agents to maintain consistent demand. The company, based out of Zouping in China, targets household foil and heat sealing foil. United Company RUSAL Plc. too is aiming to invest in small but strategic acquisitions, catering for food and beverages packaging, consumer products, and tobacco packaging.
High preference for convenience packaging and growing demand for extended shelf-life of packaged food are two most important factors driving the global aluminum foil packaging market. Aluminum foil is a high preferred flexible packaging solution, which can be attributed to its convenience. Aluminum foil packaging scores very high in barrier properties, and retailers and vendors prefer packaging solutions that promise extended shelf-life. For instance, thin foil can protect the food from oxygen, light, air, and moisture. Growth of ready-to-eat meals and processed food is another key factor aiding to the prosperity of the global aluminum foil packaging market. According to the European Aluminum Foil Association (EAFA), almost three-fourth of the foil produced in Europe goes for packaging, i.e. flexible packaging and household.
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In the near future, growing use in pharmaceutical products and confectionary and frequent acquisitions are also expected to reflect positively on the global aluminum foil packaging market. Growing emphasis on consumer convenience and eco-friendly packaging and market expansion in emerging economies are other factors opening new opportunities in the aluminum foil packaging market.
On the other hand, impact on environment, health issues associated with aluminum foil packaging, and competition from alternatives are some of the challenges faced by the global aluminum foil packaging market. The report observes that despite being fully recyclable, most of the aluminum foil that are recycled, is from beverage cans, leaving thousands of tons of foil sheets unaccounted for. Moreover, the use of aluminum foil is considered unsafe as it can react with food in contact with the foil, by leaching out.

Automated Fare Collection Market – North America App-driven Automated Fare Collection System Leads its Global Market

Close to only 11% of the global automated fare collection market was taken up by regional players in 2014, indicating a highly consolidated market. The top three players – NXP Semiconductors, Atos, and Omron Corporation – collectively held a share of 56% in revenue in 2014. As stated by Transparency Market Research in a new report, all top automated fare collection services and technologies providers are constantly on the cutting edge of automated fare collection technologies through continuous innovation and system development. These innovations allow the vendors to tackle the rapid increase in demand while providing safe and secure transaction methods.
Other key strategies adopted by the automated fare collection vendors include a significant scale of acquisitions and mergers to maintain and grow market value. At the same time, the players also invest heavily in improvement techniques of their own products. This includes investing in advanced bug tracking, real-time data solutions, and integrated operations.
“All parts of the world, whether developing or developed, hold transport at a high priority when it comes to development and expansion,” states a TMR analyst. “The latest development trend in transport is the implementation of smart transport systems, which can sync perfectly with the new automated fare collection systems available in the market.”
The use of automated fare collection in smart transport is expected to improve the overall flow of traffic and help government and other agencies cut down on operation costs.
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Additionally, the implementation of automated fare collection systems directly in the existing transport systems can also help substantially in reducing road congestion, which is a key cause of high fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
The implementation of automated fare collection systems involves the installation of multiple hardware and software in a transportation system. It brings out a key challenge faced by all players: the complex nature of an automated fare collection system and its integration. The various components in an automated fare collection system may make it exceedingly difficult to integrate them with a current organization, especially when it comes to switching between automatic and manual fare collection.

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