Packaging

Total plant-based dairy packaging volumes maintained slow and stable growth in the Netherlands in 2023. Growth was maintained for plant-based milk in 2023, which also continued to account for by far the highest packaging volumes within plant-based…

Total plant-based dairy packaging volumes in Switzerland continued to rise in 2023, as Swiss consumers are increasingly seeking dairy alternatives for health, environmental, and ethical reasons. Although plant-based cheese accounted for the lowest…

Total meals and soups packaging volumes remained fairly static in the Netherlands in 2023. Dutch consumers are increasingly seeking fresh and healthier food options, with a growing emphasis on home-cooked meals and natural ingredients. This shift in…

Total meals and soups packaging volumes continued to rise in Switzerland in 2023. Chilled soup continued to see above-average growth in packaging volumes from a low base in this year. The packaging volumes of thin wall plastic containers, PET…

Total dairy packaging volumes saw a second year of decline in the Netherlands in 2023, although this was continued normalisation after the higher volumes seen during the pandemic, and packaging volumes remained above the 2019 level. Thin wall plastic…

Total dairy packaging volumes in Switzerland saw another year of decline in 2023, in a normalisation trend after an exceptional year in 2020, the first year of the pandemic, although volumes remained above the pre-pandemic level. This same pattern…

Total confectionery packaging volumes continued to fall in the Netherlands in 2023, with declines for chocolate confectionery and gum, and a rise for sugar confectionery. Although rises in consumer prices resulted in an increase in value sales of…

Total confectionery packaging volumes in Switzerland saw a marginal decline in 2023. Countlines, which is one of the largest categories in chocolate confectionery in terms of packaging volumes, saw a similar slight decline in 2023. Flexible plastic…

Baby food packaging volumes maintained solid growth in the Netherlands in 2023. Prepared baby food maintained its rise in packaging volumes, as these products offer convenience to time-pressed parents. Glass jars and stand-up pouches remained the…

Total baby food packaging volumes continued to rise in Switzerland in 2023. Flexible aluminium/paper and folding cartons are the primary pack types favoured for dried baby food in Switzerland, primarily due to their lightweight nature, which enhances…

In 2023, glass jars remained the dominant pack type for chocolate spreads, favoured by leading brands such as Nutella. Glass jars are mainly used for chocolate spreads packaging as they help showcase the product's texture and quality, thereby…

Glass jars continue to lead the packaging of honey in Brazil, preferred by prominent brands such as Mel Tropical and Bee Seasonal. This trend is driven in part by the association of glass with premium quality, which appeals to consumers looking for…

Home cooking is popular among South African consumers, which was helping to drive growth in the use of dry recipe sauces in 2023. While flexible plastic remains the leading pack type in this category, and was also recording growth in its unit volumes…

In 2023, the packaging unit volumes of sauces, dips and condiments in Brazil continued to grow, driven by factors such as increasing demand for convenient and diverse food options on the back of changing consumer preferences and urbanisation, which…

In 2023, the demand for shelf stable seafood recorded strong growth due to rising prices for fresh seafood as a result of increased transportation costs, prompting more consumers to opt for shelf stable alternatives. Metal food cans are the dominant…

Flexible plastic remains the dominant packaging choice for chilled processed meat in Brazil. This packaging format is favoured due to its versatility, accommodating a wide range of pack sizes and conforming efficiently to various product shapes. Its…

In recent years, the demand for frozen fruit has been increasing as consumers embrace convenient on-the-go consumption trends. In 2023, this trend was notably evident in the increased popularity of frozen fruit packaged in plastic pouches. This pack…

Processed fruit and vegetables packaging continued to grow in Brazil in 2023,. Consumers are increasingly looking for convenient and ready-to-eat food options, but also appreciate the extended shelf life that comes with processed fruit and…

In 2023, brick liquid cartons continued to dominate packaging unit volumes in plant-based dairy products. This is the leading pack type used in plant-based milk, which is the dominant product area in the overall plant-based dairy category. Brick…

Brick liquid cartons are the dominant packaging choice for plant-based milk in Brazil, mirroring their dominance in the packaging of traditional drinking milk products. Leading players such as NoMoo leverage this packaging solution extensively. The…