Packaging

Metal food cans continue to be the main packaging format used in both shelf stable meat and shelf stable seafood in Poland. Canned seafood, particularly fish, is a low-acid meal ingredient or solution that rapidly promotes the growth of microbes if…

Flexible plastic remained the dominant pack type for chilled processed meat in Romania in 2023. Given chilled processed meat sales dominate overall processed meat and seafood sales, flexible plastic is also the leading pack type in the overall…

Glass jars have been gaining share in chilled processed seafood as they are inert, non-reactive and do not impart any unwanted flavours to the content. They also provide a good barrier against oxygen and moisture, helping to extend the shelf life of…

Eastern Europe is the fourth biggest region in terms of rigid plastic in the world. It has been driven by the strong performance of PET bottles in bottled water. The health and wellness trend is the main reason behind this growth as consumers seek…

There was a sharp acceleration in the rate of growth in demand for sauces, dips and condiments packaging during 2020, as consumers spent more time at home and prepared and ate more meals and snacks there. This continued in 2021, with the COVID-19 and…

Glass jars remained the preferred packaging choice for sauces, dips, and condiments in Romania in 2023. This trend is driven by several factors specific to the Romanian market. Glass jars are perceived as premium and high-quality packaging, enhancing…

While plastic pouches will remain the leading pack type in the category, HDPE bottles are expected to be gaining share in ketchup over the forecast period, with this pack type appreciated for its sturdy and durable construction, which helps protect…

The PET bottle is the dominant pack type in Polish soft drinks, in the retail channel in particular. PET bottles are seen as a convenient option for many soft drink products, such as carbonates and bottled water, as they come in various pack sizes,…

The continued trend of bulk buying, even post-pandemic, coupled with a preference for online shopping, has led consumers to opt for larger quantities of bottled water, prioritising cost-effectiveness and stockpiling. Multipack offerings can help…

Glass jars is the dominant pack type in jams and preserves, which remains the main sweet spreads category – but thin wall plastic containers are growing in popularity as a cheaper alternative, with this latter pack type again recording double-digit…

Thin wall plastic containers are the dominant pack type used for chocolate spreads in Romania. The lightweight nature and durability of these containers make them an ideal choice for packaging chocolate spreads. Consumers appreciate the ease of…

Glass jars, already the leading pack type in the category, have been gaining further share in chocolate spreads due to their sustainability advantages over plastic packaging. Glass jars are considered more environmentally friendly because they are…

Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…

Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…

This report examines e-commerce usage and revenue share from e-commerce in different industries and countries. The e-commerce index helps to better understand which industries are leading and identify key success factors. The briefing also analysis…