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Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, specialist knowledge and a comprehensive breakdown of key market data. Our research identifies key strategic themes relevant across the region, while also providing a more granular unders...
In 2024, other pet food in Sweden is recording a decline in retail volume, while birds, fish, and small mammal food is expected to record retail value growth. This uptrend is primarily the result of rising unit prices attributed to inflation and a…
Other pet food is set to record growth in both volume and value terms in Switzerland in 2024. While volume sales are set to return to slight growth after stagnation in the previous year, value growth is set to be driven primarily by unit price…
Overall, other pet food in the Netherlands is affected by the slowdown in the other pet population, compared to the increases seen in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2020 and 2021. There was a particularly notable increase in…
In 2024, against the current economic challenges and an observable decline in the dog and cat populations in 2023, a distinctive 6% surge has been witnessed in the small mammal/reptile population in the UK. This rise can be attributed to the…
Other pet food in Turkey is being impacted by the continued decline in the pet fish population in 2024. During the pandemic, prolonged home seclusion led to shifts in consumers’ lifestyles, priorities and leisure activities, benefitting the demand…
The influence of sustainability is changing the landscape of packaging materials across industries, driving a marked trend towards eco-friendly solutions at the same time as adapting to changing consumer demands. Sustainable packaging materials are…
Packaging changes in Germany reflect a broader shift towards sustainability and environmental stewardship. The EU’s imposition of a “plastic tax” in 2021 has put tremendous pressure on businesses and industries to adopt more environmentally-friendly…
In 2022, the main trend in the packaging industry in Italy was a strong emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Italy, like many countries, is experiencing growing concerns about environmental issues, prompting a shift in…
In 2022, Spain’s packaging landscape continued to see growth in plant-based dairy, with brick liquid cartons remaining the primary packaging type for these products due to their exceptional barrier properties. Emerging categories like plant-based…
In Sweden, there is a strong emphasis on adopting sustainable packaging solutions in response to growing environmental concerns. Brands are introducing eco-friendly options such as the Conflex Silk packaging for bouillon cubes. The Swedish dairy…