In 2023, the packaging industry in Germany revolved around a few major trends, mainly centred around sustainability and waste reduction. Sustainability in packaging has grown from just being a marketing tool and a niche topic to a global movement. It is at the forefront of the packaging industry in Germany, with the German population as well as national and regional regulations making it a necessity when it comes to packaging materials.
The Packaging in Germany report offers insight into key trends and developments in the industry. The report also examines trends and prospect for various pack types and closures: metal packaging, rigid plastic, glass, liquid cartons, paper-based containers; flexible packaging.
Data coverage: Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
The Packaging in Germany report offers insight into key trends and developments in the industry. The report also examines trends and prospect for various pack types and closures: metal packaging, rigid plastic, glass, liquid cartons, paper-based containers; flexible packaging.
Data coverage: Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
Why buy this report?
- Get a detailed picture of the Packaging market;
- Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change;
- Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands;
- Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY- Packaging in 2023: The big picture
- 2023 key trends
- Thin wall plastic containers continue to dominate dairy packaging owing to their cost effectiveness
- Smaller pack sizes preferred for soft drinks as consumers prioritise portion control
- PET bottles emerge as a popular pack type for affordable beer due to cost effectiveness
- Smaller pack sizes continue to dominate skin care packaging owing to convenience and consumer preferences
- Toilet care packaging declining amidst sustainability concerns
- New regulations introduced making large-scale recyclability mandatory for various packaging materials
- EU sets new packaging reduction targets to prioritise waste reduction
- Reusable packaging and tableware mandated for foodservice industry in 2023
- Germany continues to retain its position as the top recycler in the world
- Table 1 Overview of Packaging Recycling and Recovery in Germany: 2021/2022 and Targets for 2023
