Monday, 3 June 2019

Heavy Duty Totes Market | Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies & Forecast by 2026

The rise in the consumer inclination towards lightweight, convenient product packaging has compelled the packaging industry. Heavy duty totes finds major application in logistics industry for transportation of equipment from one end point to another end point. With the increase in adoption of industrial packaging solutions among the industrial users have resulted with the increase in demand of heavy duty totes. With the increase in the performance of the manufacturing sector and industrial output has created the opportunity to drive the growth of the global heavy duty totes market.

The heavy duty totes are produced with various capacities ranging from 5 gallon – 23 gallon. Due to eco-friendly, cost-effective, reusable are the feature of heavy duty totes market that is anticipated to grow in terms of value and volume throughout the forecast period. Since there is high correlation between industrial output and demand for industrial packaging with manufacturing sector output has enhanced the demand of the global heavy duty totes market. Growth in demand in various end use industries is expected to ensure positive growth outlook for the global heavy duty totes market.

The global packaging industry has undergone significant transformation over the past few years, leading to increase in demand of the safe packaging solutions. The global heavy duty totes market is expected to driven by the increase in demand for safe packaging solutions to ensure that the good reach the destinations without damage. Furthermore heavy duty totes reduces cost and is 100 % recyclable, making it an ideal choice for logistics operation. Heavy duty totes finds application in several industry verticals including food & beverage, pharmaceutical industry, chemical industry and automotive industry.


Consumers require reliable packaging solution which ensures product safety and are economically feasible. This can be easily achieved with the help of heavy duty totes which ensures product safety and cost-effective packaging solutions. The end user as well as industrial features is expected to drive the global heavy duty totes market. Despite the positive factors there are certain factors which hinder the growth of the global heavy duty totes market. Availability of alternative packaging solutions such as IBC, drums & barrels is anticipated to act as restraint of the global heavy duty totes market.

Global Wet Strength Labels Market Insights Report 2019 – AR Metallizing N.V, UPM Raflatac, Avery Dennison Corporation

In today’s competitive environment, labels play an essential role in any successful market strategy. Labels are the most important thing which makes the product look attractive and differentiate one product from other. Wet strength labels are highly preferred for glass and PET bottles such as water bottle, wine bottles, craft beer are returned for recycling as wet strength labels can be easily removed. Also, wet strength labels are also used for frozen or refrigerated food, processed seafood along with pharmaceutical and chemical industry.

Wet strength labels are produced from glossy and coated paper with beautiful print, emboss, foil stamp to maintain brightness and strength. Wet strength labels are the major contributor to brand promotion due to the aesthetic nature of the label. The reverse side of the wet strength labels is specially treated for easy gluing and curl control. Due to excellent water resistance property, wet strength labels highly replace other types of labels such as dry peel labels, shrink label, etc.  Among multiple types of labels wet strength labels is the fastest growing labels due to increasing demand from beverages segment.

Wet Strength Labels Market: Dynamics

The impressive growth of beverages over the last couple of years has highly contributed to the growth of wet strength labels market. Manufacturers are seen ore more investing on labels to exaggerate the product and grab the attention of the consumer to buy the product which is fuelling the wet strength label market. High competition among various brands and manufacturers is another factor driving the growth of wet strength labels market.


In addition, alcoholic beverage segment by end use is the largest market share holder of global labels market which is also expected to fuel the wet strength labels market. Wet strength labels can be easily removed in one piece in alkaline washing process which eases the task during the recycling process. However, wet strength labels are less economical than other types of the label so local market players may not invest which may hamper the growth the growth of wet strength labels market.

Key Development in wet strength labels- 
  • UPM Raflatac new Silverac WSA which continues to shine even when placed in an ice bucket and do not peel and begin to disintegrate.
  • Twin Rivers Paper company introduced Alliance® wet-strength label papers which offers wet-strength formulations with a broad range of basis weights suitable for water, beer, and other bottling applications.

Future of Biodegradable Loose Fill Packaging Market | Expert Predictions for 2019

The global market for biodegradable loose fill packaging is expected to witness remarkable growth in the years to come owing to the increase in awareness about environment damage like air, water, and land pollution, and its protection. Loose fill packaging is considered an important part od packaged goods. This is because they prevent product damage at the time of transportation. They also help fill-in empty spaces in the packaging box.

The variations of the global biodegradable loose fill packaging market are based on material type and application. On the basis of material, the market is classified into recycles paper and starch. Based on segmentation by application, the global market for biodegradable loose fill packaging is categorized into cosmetics and personal care products packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, and consumer goods packaging.

The report presented above is a complete evaluation of the global biodegradable loose fill packaging market with major focus on market dynamics. It also includes market drivers, restraints, and trends and opportunities. The above presented report also offers geographical and other segmentation of the market.

Global Biodegradable Loose Fill Packaging Market: Trends and Opportunities

The global market for biodegradable loose fill packaging is driven by a number of factors like safety of the product that is packaged. This is especially helpful while packing glass and other such kind of brittle commodities. The soft packaging system protects the glass from breaking due to any pressure while transportation or even while mounting or dismounting. Biodegradable packaging items are inclusive of materials like paper, cardboard, corn starch, and biodegradable plastic, and their soft nature is instead being used for protecting valuables while packaging.


Another factor promoting the use of biodegradable packaging is the rise in concern for environmental hazards all over the world. The use of waste has created environmental pollution including water, air and land.  To site an instance, biodegradable plastic is now being used generally in the form of envelopes or even in the form of bulk mails. Biodegradable loose fills are odor free, anti-static and are lighter in weight. When exposed to daylight, this kind of plastic is difficult to decompose, thus, it becomes a good alternative for traditional plastic in terms of packaging.

The use of biodegradable loose fill packaging is being preferred in terms of environment friendly substances. This in turn is further driving the global biodegradable market in the years to come. The fast growing packaging industry is also expected to support the growth of the biodegradable loose fill packaging market with the advent of time. The surge in awareness in relation to the fact that the North American region is a self-sufficient region in terms of most of the industries and the fact that there is high internet penetration is also boosting the market in the region to remain dominant in the next few years.

Plastic Segment to Dominate the Cut Flower Packaging Market in Terms of Market Share

Transparency Market Research delivers key insights on the cut flower packaging market in its published report, titled “Global Cut Flower Packaging Market: Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2018–2027.” In terms of revenue, the global cut flower packaging market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period, owing to numerous factors, about which TMR offers thorough insights and forecast in this report.

Cut flowers are flower buds trimmed from the plant bearing it. Cut flowers include a variety of flowers such as roses, carnations, orchids, lilies, and chrysanthemums among others. Cut flower packaging serves a dual purpose. It protects the flower buds as well as enhances its aesthetic appeal with a sophisticated finish. Cut flower packaging can be done in various packaging formats such as boxes & cartons, sleeves, and wrap sheets.

Cut Flower Packaging Market: TMR Key Findings
  • Among the various packaging types, the sleeves segment in the cut flower packaging market is witnessing higher growth and is projected to have a positive outlook during the forecast period. It is one of the most commonly used cut flower packaging formats for retail sales. It is the most attractive segment in the global cut flower packaging market for cut flower packaging, followed by the wrap sheets segment.
  • Modified atmospheric (MAP) boxes are used for cut flower packaging. These boxes help in retaining the freshness for a longer time and reduce wastage of cut flowers due to spoilage.

  • Florists dominate the distribution channel in the cut flower packaging market. They use visually attractive formats for cut flower packaging and provide creative as well as personalized solutions to the customers.
  • Retail vendors and florists are using innovative wrapping materials to provide aesthetic appeal to cut flower packaging solutions. Burlaps and other jute-based wrappings are gaining traction in the cut flower packaging market.
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Shifting Production Focus to Reshape the Cut Flower Packaging Market

Production of cut flowers has remained concentrated to the European countries such as Netherlands, Germany, and the U.K. for a long time. It has been observed that this focus is shifting to countries such as Kenya, Ethiopia, and Columbia. This can be attributed to the availability of cheap labor and more favorable atmospheric conditions in these countries. Also, Japan, Ecuador, Malaysia, etc. have emerged as leading producers of cut flowers.


The changing production dynamics have resulted in a shift in cut flower packaging trends. As the production sites have shifted away from the dominant consumption regions, the need for advanced packaging of cut flowers has surged. This has compelled the manufacturers of cut flower packaging to create packaging solutions which aid in retaining the freshness of the packaged flowers for a longer time so that everyone involved in the supply chain of cut flower packaging can maximize their profit margins.

Stand-Up Pouches Market Trends Estimates High Demand by 2026

The shift in demand from rigid packaging to flexible packaging formats is the major factor behind the high growth of the global stand-up pouches market. Preference for stand-up pouches over other rigid packaging products such as metal cans and bottles will create enormous growth opportunities in the flexible packaging market. The demand for stand-up pouches is expected to expand at a CAGR value of 5.4%, during 2018-2026. With the introduction of stand-up pouches for a variety of end-use applications in different industries, the demand has grown significantly in the last few years.

Stand-up pouches are suitable to pack solid as well as liquid products which, in turn, diminishes the growth prospects of rigid packaging products. The evolution of pouch formats will create new growth horizons in the global stand-up pouches market. Companies are also focusing on shift packaging of their products from rigid to flexible packaging products in order to reduce raw material and transportation costs due to the overall reduction in the weight of the package. Stand-up pouches are 4-5 times lighter than metal cans which results in low packaging weight and cost of products.

Cost advantages of stand-up pouches over metal cans fuel the growth of the flexible packaging market

Major manufacturers of stand-up pouches are present in North American and European regions. Companies are focusing on introducing innovative stand-up pouches to gain consumer attention and increase the shelf life of the products. Stand-up pouches offer a larger surface area to be printed and enhance the visibility of the product at the point of purchase.


The growing inclination of brand owners and consumers towards stand-up pouch packaging will create immense growth opportunities for existing manufacturers as well as new entrants in the global stand-up pouches market. Considering high growth prospects in the stand-up pouches market, leading manufacturers are focusing on expanding their market presence by establishing new manufacturing facilities or exporting their products to almost each and every country located across the globe.

Emerging economies to create substantial growth opportunities in the global stand-up pouches market

It has been noticed that stand-up pouches are widely used in the food & beverages industry due to high suitability and better presentation of food & beverages at purchase point. The demand is growing at a much faster pace in the emerging economies of the Asia-Pacific and Latin America. China accounts for almost fifty percent of the demand in the Asia-Pacific region. Stand-up pouch manufacturers in China are formulating long-term growth strategies to expand the reach of their products in neighboring countries by offering low cost and average quality products. Stand-up pouches are primarily responsible for high growth in the flexible packaging industry.


On the basis of material type, plastic accounts for the highest market share in the global stand-up pouches market due to its high-barrier properties and high suitability for printing applications. However, paper-based stand-up pouches are also gaining popularity in developed countries such as the U.S. and Germany, due to increasing restrictions on the use of plastic packaging products in these countries. Multilayer packaging films are generally used to manufacture stand-up pouches for high-barrier properties and longer shelf lives. Stand-up pouches are also gaining significant traction in the homecare end-use industry for the packaging of liquid soaps and detergents.

Future Trends in Advanced Packaging Technologies Market | Expert Predictions for 2019

In its latest report titled – “Advanced Packaging Technologies Market – Global Industry, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2018–2026,” Transparency Market Research (TMR) delivers key insights on the consumption of a variety of packaging products, with advanced packaging technologies used in different end uses. According to TMR, the global advanced packaging technologies market is projected to clock a CAGR of 7.5%, during 2018-26, which is attributed to several factors, on which, the advanced packaging technologies report provides thorough insights and forecast. The Asia Pacific advanced packaging technologies market is expected to witness the highest CAGR value of 9.1%, during the forecast period.

The market research study on the global advanced packaging technologies market includes market assessment of different types of advanced packaging technologies i.e. active packaging technologies and smart & intelligent packaging technologies. Active packaging products include oxygen scavengers, moisture scavengers/absorbers, ethylene absorbers, active releasing systems, antioxidant releasers, carbon dioxide emitters, modified atmosphere packaging, temperature control packaging, and anti-corrosion films. Smart & intelligent packaging products include TTI tags & labels, freshness indicators, oxygen and CO2 indicators, RFID, and others.

TMR suggests that the increasing consumption of convenience products such as packaged food & beverages has fuelled the demand for advanced packaging technologies globally. However, the demand for products with advanced packaging technologies is also increasing at a faster pace for applications in other end-use industries such as pharmaceuticals and chemical industry.


Packaging products with advanced packaging technologies are widely used to protect products from counterfeiting and provide product information to the consumers in the pharmaceutical industry. Intelligent packaging solutions have gained significant traction in recent years due to the ability of these packaging products to provide information about the product and its constituents at the point of purchase. Leading brand owners are planning to use advanced packaging technologies for their products to create brand differentiation and enhance the traceability of their products.

The active packaging segment dominates the global advanced packaging technologies market with the market value share of more than 90% in 2017. In the active packaging segment, modified atmosphere packaging and oxygen scavengers are the two largest segments in terms of both market value and consumption. Temperature and freshness indicators are also gaining momentum for advanced packaging of some food products globally.

The advanced packaging technologies market offers substantial growth opportunities for the new entrants and existing packaging manufacturers. Companies could focus on embedding advanced packaging technologies in their conventional packaging products to gain significant attention from the brand owners as well as consumers. The global advanced packaging technologies market is expected to grow at a CAGR value of 7.5% during the forecast period.

Electronics Industry is projected to boost the Demand for Luxury Boxes Market

Transparency Market Research (TMR) delivers key insights on the luxury boxes market in its recent report titled “Luxury Boxes Market: Global Industry Analysis 2013 – 2018 and Opportunity Assessment 2019 – 2027”. In terms of value, the global luxury boxes market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period.

The increasing demand for luxury boxes from beauty & personal care, beverages, and electronics packaging industries is propelling the growth of the global market. European region is estimated to be the largest marketplace for luxury boxes. Industrial developments, improved living standards, and high-incomes of people from European countries play a significant role in the development of the European luxury boxes market. Europe is expected to be the largest consumer base of luxury cosmetics and alcoholic beverages. The improved market share of the cosmetics and personal care end-user industries in global packaging market is expected to heighten the demand for luxury boxes.

In the European luxury boxes market, Germany is estimated to be largest market, followed by the rest of Europe sub-region and United Kingdom. Paper is expected to be a highly preferred material for manufacturing luxury boxes. Telescopic luxury boxes are anticipated to account for highest market volume among other box types, owing to their adoption in the packaging of beauty & personal care products, confectionery, and jewellery.

North American luxury boxes market section includes a country-wise analysis for the United States and Canada. The United States luxury boxes market is expected to be the largest country-level market during the entire forecast period, in the North America region. The Latin American luxury boxes market includes country-wise analysis for Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America region.


In the Latin American luxury boxes market, Argentina is estimated to witness fast-paced growth, while Brazil is estimated to represent the highest incremental opportunity in luxury boxes market by end of forecast period. In the European luxury boxes market analysis, prominent countries such as France, Germany, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, and Rest of Europe are evaluated. Some of European manufacturers of luxury boxes are the leading players in the global luxury boxes market due to their technological developments and unique designs.

The Spanish luxury boxes market is expected to expand at an impressive CAGR, while Germany is anticipated to be highly attractive luxury boxes market in terms of market value share. The Asia Pacific luxury boxes market includes country-level analysis for ASEAN, China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia Pacific. In the Asia Pacific luxury boxes market, China & India together are estimated to account for more than half of the Asia Pacific luxury boxes market share in 2018. With the growth in spending power of individuals from India, the Indian luxury boxes market is projected to witness fast-paced growth during the forecast period.

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