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The global consumer packaging market is worth around US$400bn. The market has been typically been very resilient but the current recession has taken its toll- 2009 saw a downturn in market value.

This report analyses how nanotechnology is changing the packaging industry and potential applications for it. As well as legislation and market drivers, the report focuses on the latest technologies hitting the market and companies leading innovation

Packaging waste accounts for 15% of the total waste burden in developed countries. Its disposal remains a key issue because it is high-volume and visible, while consumers and retailers still demand that packaging delivers ongoing benefits. rbpk0002

Retail-ready packaging offers manufacturers and retailers significant savings in the face of rising costs. New innovations mean that RRP can be utilized more than ever before to optimize operational efficiencies and enhance brand presence in store.

Growth in the food and drinks packaging markets of developing economies is expected to increase in conjunction with their rising GDPs, the changing consumer lifestyles and the increased volumes of packaged products.

The global glass packaging market for food & drinks was valued at $26bn in the 2009. In Western Europe and the US, the market is fairly mature. However, growth in the industry will primarily come from the key emerging markets.

In developed and highly competitive markets, packaging goes beyond merely containing and protecting the product to become a tool that adds value, are memorable, meaningful, differentiated, authentic, consistent, sustainable and flexible.

The plastic packaging market was worth $142bn, representing 37.4% of the food and drinks packaging market by value in 2009. This market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% to reach $172bn by 2014.

This report analyses key issues in biodegradable packaging including market drivers, pricing and legislation affecting the sector. Identifying key competitors and innovators, it explores leading scientific developments in biodegradable applications.

Food and drinks packaging is in a period of rapid change; growth economies such as China and India are generating considerable opportunities for packaging manufacturers: as income levels grow, so does demand for packaged food and drinks products.

The consumer packaging industry is worth almost $400bn. This report profiles the leading players and examines their growth strategies with a particular focus on merger and acquisition actvity, industry collaboration and product development.

The food and drinks packaging industry is witnessing new trends in innovation and new product development. The convenient packaging trend is focused around the certain themes like changing lifestyles, ageing population & increasing health concerns.

Due to the launch of organic ranges and the dominance of companies such as Innocent, ethical has become a trend a leading trend. Ethical and sustainable packaging is becoming more widely used globally as both manufacturers and retailers implement.

Interest in active and intelligent packaging is growing, as government funded projects which aim to stimulate R&D and uptake have been implemented. However, industry executives still remain unaware of the benefits.