Monday, 25 February 2019

Molded Fiber Clamshell and Container Market – APEJ to Exhibit Promising Opportunity, North America to Rise

The global molded fiber clamshell and container market has become a key part of the packaging sector in recent years due to their benefits such as cheap costs compared to traditional alternatives, light weight, and environmentally sustainable composition. The molded fiber clamshell and container market is thus set for rapid growth over the 2017-2022 forecast period due to steady growth of the packaging industry to satisfy the demands of a growing set of end use industries. Europe is likely to be a key region for the global molded fiber clamshell and container market, with the region set to occupy a dominant share in the global market through the 2017-2022 forecast period. Asia Pacific except Japan is also likely to play a key role in the global molded fiber clamshell and container market over the 2017-2022 forecast period due to growing demand from the region’s emerging economies.

According to Transparency Market Research, the global molded fiber clamshell and container market is likely to reach a valuation of more than US$2 bn by the end of 2017, with the market expected to further rise to more than US$2.7 bn by the end of 2022.

Here are the key insights into the growth prospects of the global molded fiber clamshell and container market in the coming years:

The rising demand for molded fiber clamshells and containers from the food and beverage industry is likely to be a major growth driver for the market over the coming years. The food and beverage industry has become a leading end user of the packaging industry in recent years due to the rapid globalization of the industry, leading to growing demand for long-distance shipping of fresh foods.

The growing consumption of fresh fruits, vegetables, and eggs is likely to remain a vital driver for the global molded fiber clamshell and container market over the coming years. Such foods have become popular among urban consumers, who are becoming increasingly aware about the importance of a healthy diet. This is likely to be a vital driver for the global molded fiber clamshell and container market over the coming years, as urban retail sales channels have embraced the use of molded fiber clamshells and containers.


One of the prime factors enabling steady growth of the global molded fiber clamshell and container market is their environmental sustainability. Since molded fiber clamshells and containers are made from recycled paper and other such materials, they cause no environmental harm when they are disposed. This gives them a considerable advantage over conventional packaging materials such as plastics, which have come under the spotlight in numerous regions due to the impact of plastic packaging on environmental degradation. The rising government support to environmental measures is thus likely to remain a key driver for the global molded fiber clamshell and container market in the coming years.

Media and Entertainment Industry to Dominate Demand from 3D Animation Market

The global 3D animation market is prognosticated in a report by Transparency Market Research (TMR) to witness a massive influx of new players attracted to remunerative opportunities available. With a view to enjoy the advantage of skilled and cost-effective labor and take the edge off challenges related to in-house research and development, a significant count of players are expected to involve themselves in mergers and acquisitions. For instance, Solid Angle S.L. was acquired by Autodesk in April 2016. The market marks the presence of top players such as Adobe Systems Inc., Nemetschek SE, and Autodesk Inc.

TMR envisages the global 3D animation market to be worth a US$26.8 bn by the end of 2022 while rising at a 14.5% CAGR during the forecast tenure 2017-2022. In 2017, the market was valued at a US$13.6 bn. By hardware, it could be led by video cards and graphics processing unit (GPU), which accounted for a 35.7% share in 2017. Regionally, North America is anticipated to collect a lion’s share while expanding at a CAGR of 17.4%.

Emergence of AI, VR, and AR Increases Competition, Encouraging Growth

The entertainment and media industry has been raising high demand for 3D animation with increased adoption in the recent years. Besides improved adoption of 3D animation and visual effects, the industry has been pushing the global market based on other important factors. The world 3D animation market could be boosted by the advent of AI, VR, and AR and increasing competitiveness as a result of it. Furthermore, rising interest in watching animated movies is predicted to set the tone for valuable growth of the market.


Uptake of 3D mapping technology could surge because of high demand for 3D mobile applications and games. Growth of the world 3D animation market is foreseen to see a rise owing to swelling adoption of the technology in geospatial navigation and analysis.

Piracy and Corruption Cause Demand for 3D Animation to See Downfall

The international 3D animation market has seen rapid adoption in different end-use industries such as education, healthcare, and manufacturing. However, vendors are foretold to face certain challenges in their operation. These include price sensitivity, low proficiency level, and constant exposure to piracy and corruption.

50 to 100 ml Segment to Dominate Global Aluminum Barrier Laminate Tubes Market

The global aluminum barrier laminate (ABL) tubes market is highly competitive, thanks to the presence of a number of players, states a new report by Transparency Market Research (TMR). The leading companies in this market rely heavily on technological advancements of their existing products in an effort to strengthen their position among consumers. However, the competition within the market is expected to intensify further and the leading players are projected to shift their focus towards expanding their regional reach in the near future. Ambertube, Pirlo, Essel Propack, Montebello Packaging, Linhardt, Hoffmann Neopac, Impact Int., Tubapack, Huhtamaki, and Intrapac Int. are some of the leading players in this market, reports the research study.

As per the report’s estimations, the overall opportunity in the global market for aluminum barrier laminate tubes touched US$772.3 mn by 2017 end. Analysts anticipated the market to proliferate at a CAGR of 5.50% over the period from 2017 to 2022 and attain US$1.01 bn by the end of the period of the forecast. In terms of capacity, the 50 to 100 ml aluminum barrier laminate tube segment witnesses a relatively greater demand across the world and this trend is predicted to remain so over the next few years.

On the basis of geography, the worldwide market for aluminum barrier laminate tubes registers its presence across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), Latin America, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ), and Japan. Among these, Europe has surfaced as the market leader and, expanding at a CAGR of 5.50% between 2017 and 2022, this regional market is anticipated to continue on the top over the forthcoming years, states the market report.


“The global market for aluminum barrier laminate tubes has gained significant momentum, thanks to the constant rise in the packaging sector across the world,” says an analyst at TMR. Globally, aluminum barrier laminate tubes find substantial application in premium consumer goods, such as premium oils, antiseptics, dental creams, and adhesives, and, these days, they are also being thoroughly utilized in the packaging of food products. The augmenting demand for premium consumer goods is expected to drive the growth of the worldwide market for aluminum barrier laminate tubes in the years to come, states the research report.

Dry Shampoo Market – Spray Form Dry Shampoo Sets Tone for Impressive Growth

The global dry shampoo market is gaining from a number of favorable factors. Firstly, dry shampoo has aroused the interest of the growing working-class population, globally, who are looking for hair products that do not require much time for application suitable for their hectic lifestyle. This population group requires frequent hair washes as they are exposed to dirt and pollution while traveling to and from the workplace. Dry shampoo is best suited in this scenario, as frequent use of regular shampoo leads to loss of strength and sheen of hair. The ease of use as it does not require water to reduce greasing from the scalp and hair is also a significant factor boosting the demand for dry shampoo.

Apart from this, the changing consumer preference for natural and organic hair care products is also stoking growth of dry shampoo market. To cater to this, a number of hair care brands have introduced natural and organic variants of dry shampoo, which are attracting a large number of consumers. These variants are not only free of harsh chemicals, which are associated with loss of luster and strength of hair, but also help improve hair health through nourishing the scalp. Further, rising hair fall concerns and the rising prevalence of scalp related diseases are increasingly leading consumes opt for natural and herbal hair care solutions.

The influence of the fashion industry leading individuals to adopt hair care solutions endorsed by models and hair stylists has also been boosting the growth of the dry shampoo industry. The advent of new formula based hair care products briefly gained the interest of models and hair stylists for increasing hair volume and providing rich hair texture. However, excessive use of chemical-based hair styling solutions and frequent shampooing have been associated with severe scalp issues, with baldness being one of them. This has led models and hair stylists to switch to dry shampoo that substitutes chemical-based products for hair styling needs.


According to estimates presented by a report by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global dry shampoo market will expand at a CAGR of 6.2% between 2017 and 2022 vis-à-vis revenue. Expanding at this pace, the market is likely to become US$4,110.6 mn by 2022-end from its estimated worth of US$3,043.5 mn in 2017.

Among the key form type segments, spray form is estimated to hold the leading 66.2% of market share in 2017. In absolute numbers, the spray form segment is estimated to be valued at US$2,016.3 mn in 2017. The form spray segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of 6.3% between 2017 and 2022, for the segment to touch a revenue valuation of US$2,738.4 mn by the end of 2022. The form spray type segment is estimated to display the leading year on year absolute growth of US$144.4 mn over the course of the forecast period from 2017 to 2022.

Fitness Remains a Primary Application of Folding Bikes Market

Leading players in the global folding bikes market remain focused on product innovation and design enhancements in order to gain a competitive edge. Despite the high level of sophistication, manufacture are able to keep the prices of folding bikes quite moderate. Di Blasi, Bobbin, Raleigh Evo-2, Dawes Diamond, Tern Verge X20, Pacific Cycles, Tern Link, Schwinn, Strida LT, Independent Fabrication, Gocycle, Brompton, Montague Crosstown, Bickerton Junction 1707 City, Dahon, STRiDA EVO, Vilano, SwissBike, Tern Joe, and LightSpeed.

Folding bikes are usually smaller than a conventional bicycle and as the name suggest can be folded up or otherwise reduced into a more convenient size/shape. Folding bike is a fast growing bicycle category owing to its various practical and plausible uses in personal mobility as well recreation. Transparency Market Research (TMR) reveals that the global market for folding bikes is set to surge at a CAGR of 5.2% during 2017 to 2026 and reach a valuation of US$ 213,206.0 Mn by 2026-end.

Folding bikes are finding practical uses is recreation and daily life. Increasing awareness about health and growing concerns over global pollution is expected reflected favourably on the global market for folding bikes in the forthcoming years. In addition, folding bikes are gaining popularity among people who are shifting towards healthy and eco-friendly solutions that also carry an element of style. The growth trend is likely to continue with more people inclining towards healthy and green living. On the other hand, challenges associated with design, safety and performance limitation remain a major growth deterrent. Factors as such as expected to support the growth of the market during the forecast period.


Key Insights from the Report Include:
  • During the forecast period, Europe is expected to dominate the global folding bikes market in terms of revenue. The region’s folding bikes market is projected to exhibit a CAGR a healthy compound annual growth rate from 2017 to 2026.
  • On the basis of product type, the mid-fold segment currently commands for little under 25% revenue share of the global market and is likely to reflect a steady CAGR of 3.8% during the assessment period. This segment is expected to grow by US$ 2,588.0 Mn annually over the course of the forecast period.
  • Based on wheel size, the 20 Inch segment is expected to remain highly lucrative over 2026. Currently, the segment is commands for more than 29% revenue share of the global market and is projected to witness a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period.
  • By application, the fitness is expected to remain high attractive throughout the projection period. The segment presently represents a market valuation of over US$ 77,600 Mn and is projected to witness a CAGR of 5.8% between 2017 and 2026. This is primarily owing to increasing popularity of folding bikes among health conscious consumers. Increasing use of bicycles as a recreational and exercise tool is expected to play an important role in driving the growth of the market.

Bulb Packaging Market Analysis by Size, Share, Growth | Forecast 2017 – 2025

Packaging plays an indispensable role in protection of products across various industries in the overall shelving and supply chain processes. Electronic products, for example – light bulbs, are delicate in nature and need specific packaging for ensuring damage protection from shocks and stress. Bulb packaging is not only known for protecting light bulbs against physical damages, but also in providing information about products and manufacturing companies to customers. Packaging of light bulbs offers information including lumen intensity, power demand, efficiency class, energy class, and average lifespan in hours.

Damage resistant packaging lowers chances of damages to bulbs, improving fill rate of suppliers.  When lying on shelf, or during a transit, light bulbs are likely to lose their functionality. This is making manufacturers to supply bulb packaging which are sturdy, damage resistant, and have high-grade qualities.

Growth of the global light bulb packaging market is primarily attributed to installation capacity around the globe pertaining to lighting requirements. Light bulbs installed are needed to be changed post-completion of their lifespan, which is driving demand for light bulb packaging globally. While incandescent bulbs are witnessing a robust decline in adoption, CFL and LED light bulbs hold major shares of the global bulb packaging market.

Global Market for Bulb Packaging: Market Dynamics

Rapid growth of urbanization and soaring population, particularly across APEJ countries, are factors estimated to propel demand for lighting products, thereby fostering growth of the global bulb packaging market. Demand for LED bulbs is witnessing a rise owing to its performance with high efficiency. LED bulbs will account for half of the global demand for light bulbs during the forecast period.


This will further drive growth of the market. Shifting consumer preferences towards e-retail has transformed packaging to become more prominent than before. E-retail is estimated to register an impressive growth in the near future, affecting the market for light bulb packaging. This is further expected to drive demand for light bulbs, and thereby its packaging globally.

Requirement for protection of light bulbs against physical damages at the time of transit have paved opportunities for innovation in light bulb packaging. Plastic is a preferred material for light bulb packaging, owing to its high insulation properties. However stringent rules imposed by regulatory authorities on utilization of plastic is likely to inhibit growth of the market. Increasing usage of eco-friendly materials for production of folding cartons and paperboard offers more opportunities to growth of the global bulb packaging market. Moreover, sustainable and reusable packaging techniques are likely to further influence growth of the market during the forecast period.

Future Trends in Eye cosmetic Packaging Market – Size, Share, Trends, Forecast 2024

The global packaging market for eye cosmetics continues to witness steady gains owing to a combination of several inter-connected factors. As packaging becomes integral to branding and marketing, manufacturers are looking for aesthetically-appealing and highly functional packaging solutions.

Eye cosmetics are really delicate and packaging plays an important role in maintaining the integrity of a product. Manufacturers usually use acrylic and PP plastic containers for packaging eye cosmetics. In addition to focusing on the aesthetics, manufacturers also have to take care of the shelf life of the product.

The global eye cosmetic packaging market is being influenced by a number of factors, such as growing disposable income, availability of wide range of products, and growing e-commerce sector. Millennials are the target audience for manufacturers, and the packaging is being designed to accommodate the tastes and preferences of this segment. Further, increasing number of women workforce is a positive factor for the growth of the eye cosmetic packaging market. Working women demand products that are easy to use on-the-go, and packaging companies are incorporating this sentiment in their offerings.

In addition to the primary focus on product protection during transport and handling, manufacturers are also focusing on inducing an impulsive buy among consumers. Considering the fierce competition in the eye cosmetic packaging market, driving sales through innovative packaging has become the go-to strategy for manufacturers.

Eye Cosmetic Packaging in Sync with Evolving Fashion Trends 

Eye cosmetic packaging manufacturers have to remain in sync with evolving fashion trends, as the market is massively influenced by latest developments. In a bid to offer more personalization and customization to users, packaging manufacturers are collaborating with fashion designers to offer ‘premium’ and ‘limited-edition’ packaging.

Region-wise, the report offers market forecast and analysis in the key markets of North America, Western Europe, Asia Pacific excluding Japan, Middle East & Africa, Eastern Europe, and Japan.


North America remains the largest market for eye cosmetic packaging globally. High demand for eye cosmetic products in the U.S. is a key factor for the growth of the market in the region.

Owing to the large population, Asia Pacific excluding Japan remains an important market. China and India will continue to remain lucrative for manufacturers, pulling huge volume sales in the region. The packaging market is witnessing steady growth in Middle East & Africa, and the momentum is anticipated to remain stable in the future as well.

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