Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market - Industry Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030)
Middle East and Africa Flexible paper packaging market size was valued at US$ 5.34 Mn. with a CAGR of 4 % in 2023 and US$ 7.03 Mn. in 2030.
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Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market Overview:
Flexible paper packaging is regarded as one of the most ecologically friendly and cost-effective packaging options. Unlike other materials such as metals and plastics, flexible paper packaging materials may be reused and recycled fast.
Paper packaging demand and capacity in the Middle East and Africa are growing significantly faster than averages. IP, Mondi, Tetra Pak, and other industry leaders are stepping up investments, and government trade policies support in-region production of critical grades that encourage recyclable paper-based products.
The environmental problem of reducing, reusing, and recycling is vast, and recyclable packaging is a large part of it. It's also a huge step toward more environmentally friendly packaging. The paper packaging sector affects personal care, medicines, food and beverage, healthcare, and personal care. This is expected to boost the Middle East and Africa recyclable packaging sector in the long run.
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Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market Dynamics:
Market Drivers:
Flexible packaging uses fewer resources and energy to package; hence, it is less expensive and takes up 35 % less retail shelf space, making it more cost-effective than its counterpart packaging options. Paper packaging uses the least amount of packing feasible, minimizing storage and transportation costs while preserving or increasing product protection. Thereby leading to the growth of the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
Folding cartons are utilized for many packing requirements and may be considered a pioneer in the food packaging sector. At the time of sale, packaging plays a dynamic and critical function in conveying a product's many benefits and features to the consumer. Middle East consumer habits are growing demand for ready-to-eat (RTE) goods; this increased requirement for packed goods leads to increased growth in the flexible paper packaging market.
Market Restraints:
Paper is far more biodegradable than Plastic and is relatively easy to recycle. However, it frequently ends up in landfills, where its rate of decomposition is slowed, and it takes up more space than Plastic of the same weight.
Illegal harvesting and converting high conservation value forests have resulted from unsustainable pulp and paper enterprises. These factors pose a significant limitation to the growth of the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
Government regulations governing packaging materials are a key stumbling block for the paper packaging sector. Temperature changes may compromise the strength of paperboard boxes, posing a significant impediment to the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market Segment Analysis:
On the basis of Type, the Flexible paper packaging market is segmented into Pouches, Rollstock, Shrink Sleeves, Wraps, and others. Pouches are expected to dominate the flexible paper packaging market in terms of value by 2030. Pouches are becoming more popular due to their versatility, low weight, and simplicity of transport.
They are also easy to access and provide protection qualities to the product. With an increase in the demand for RTE, pouches are utilized on a larger scale and hence, they hold approximately 50 % of the share in the market. The shrink sleeves segment has been increasingly used in the Middle East and Africa market in the past few years. These products seamlessly conform to a product while packaging and are convenient and easy to use. They hold a 45 % share in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
On the basis of Technology, the Flexible paper packaging market is segmented into Rotogravure, Flexography, Digital Printing, and others. Flexography is expected to be the biggest category in the flexible paper packaging market throughout the forecast period, based on printing technology. The fact that flexography inks have a low viscosity allows the print to dry fast, speeding up the printing process and lowering production costs. It holds around 40% of the market, followed by the flexography segment; the Digital printing segment accounts for 30%.
The rotogravure printing process is primarily used for printing on wallpaper or gift-wrapping paper. But it can also be used for printing labels, packaging, and other products that want a unique print.
On the basis of Application, the Flexible paper packaging market is segmented into Food, Spirits, Other Beverages, Healthcare, Beauty and personal care, and others.
The food and modern merchandizing industry make up a considerable portion of the flexible paper packaging market. This is due to the rising interest in bundled food items, an urge to minimize the expenses in packaging products, and interest in food processing.
As a result, there is fierce rivalry in the food and beverage business among firms that supply consumers with high-quality items. Consumers in the Middle East and Africa are becoming increasingly health-conscious and prefer nutritional content; hence, many retail outlets utilize paper packaging materials for preserving food.
The demand for frozen meals has risen worldwide as customers are more independent and have less time to cook, resulting in higher product demand for paper packaged goods. This is expected to lead to growth in the Middle East and Africa's flexible paper packaging market.
The beauty and personal care segment holds the 2nd most significant share in the market. To safely pack cosmetics and other beauty products, paper packaging has become very convenient, keeping in mind the harmful effects of Plastic.
Flexible paper packaging market Regional Insights:
The Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging markets are divided into Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, and the Rest of the Middle East & Africa.
The UAE region dominates the market, followed by Saudi Arabia. The pharmaceutical industry in the Middle East and Africa is expected to witness high growth in the coming years, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic and the growing importance of healthcare and medicines, combined with government support. The African region is anticipated to witness immense growth in the flexible paper packaging market in the forecast years.
Nigeria is expected to witness considerable growth in the flexible packaging market, while the rest of the African countries are expected to have a single-digit growth.
The objective of the report is to present a comprehensive analysis of the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market to the stakeholders in the industry. The report provides the most dominant trends in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market and how these trends will influence new business investments and market development throughout the forecast period. The report also aids in comprehending the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market dynamics and competitive structure of the market by analyzing market leaders, market followers, and regional players.
The qualitative and quantitative data provided in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market report is to help understand which market segments, regions are expected to grow at higher rates, factors affecting the market, and key opportunity areas, which will drive the industry and market growth through the forecast period. The report also includes the competitive landscape of key industry players and their recent developments in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market. The report studies the company size, market share, market growth, revenue, production volume, and profits of the key players in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
The report provides Porter's Five Force Model, which helps design the business strategies in the market. The report helps identify how many rivals exist, who they are, and their product quality in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market. The report also analyses if the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market are accessible for a new player to gain a foothold in the market and their entry or exit.
The report also includes a PESTEL Analysis, which aids in developing company strategies. Political variables help determine how much a government can influence the Middle East and Africa's flexible paper packaging market. Economic variables aid in analyzing economic performance drivers that impact the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market. Understanding the impact of the surrounding environment and the influence of environmental concerns on the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market is aided by legal factors.
Middle East and Africa Flexible Paper Packaging Market Scope |
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Market Size in 2023 |
USD 5.34 Mn. |
Market Size in 2030 |
US 7.03 Mn. |
CAGR (2024-2030) |
4% |
Historic Data |
2018-2022 |
Base Year |
2023 |
Forecast Period |
2024-2030 |
Segment Scope |
By Type
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By Technology
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Country Scope |
South Africa GCC Egypt Nigeria Rest of the Middle East and Africa |
Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market Key Players:
- Amcor
- Mondi group
- SIT group
- Wipak Group
- Automated Packaging systems
- Rollprint Packaging products
- Paharpur 3P
- PERUPLAST S.A.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wipak Group, Automated Packaging Systems, Rollprint Packaging products, Paharpur 3P, and PERUPLAST S.A. are among the key players in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
The Pouches segment is expected to grow in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market at a higher rate during the next five years.
Some pulp and paper enterprises' forest practices have wreaked a havoc on the world's most ecologically significant species. Illegal harvesting and converting high conservation value forests have resulted from unsustainable pulp and paper enterprises; this is expected to be a significant restraint in the Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market.
Flexible packaging is less expensive and takes uing storage and transportation costs while preserving or increasing product protection. These factors are critical drivers of the Flexible paper packaging market.p 4 % less retail shelf space, making them more cost-effective than alternative packaging options. Flexible paper packaging uses the least amount of packing feasible, minimize
- Scope of the Report
- Research Methodology
- Research Process
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market: Target Audience
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market: Primary Research (As per Client Requirement)
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market: Secondary Research
- Executive Summary
- Competitive Landscape
- Stellar Competition matrix
- Key Players Benchmarking: by Product, Pricing, Investments, Expansion Plans, Physical Presence, and Presence in the Market.
- Mergers and Acquisitions in Industry: M&A by Region, Value, and Strategic Intent
- Market Dynamics
- Market Drivers
- Market Restraints
- Market Opportunities
- Market Challenges
- PESTLE Analysis
- PORTERS Five Force Analysis
- Value Chain Analysis
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market Segmentation
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market, by Type (2023-2030)
- Pouches
- Rollstock
- Shrink Sleeves
- Wraps
- Others
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market, by Technology (2023-2030)
- Rotogravure
- Flexography
- Digital Printing
- Others
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market, by Application (2023-2030)
- Food
- Spirits
- Other beverages
- Healthcare
- Beauty and personal care
- Others
- Middle East and Africa flexible paper packaging market, by Type (2023-2030)
- Company Profiles
- Key Players
- PERUPLAST S.A
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Overview
- Business Strategy
- Key Developments
- Amcor
- Mondi group
- SIT group
- Wipak Group
- Automated Packaging systems
- Rollprint Packaging products
- Paharpur 3P
- PERUPLAST S.A
- Key Players
- Key Findings
- Recommendations