World Bulk Packaging

World demand for bulk packaging is projected to increase 5.0 percent annually to $59.2 billion in 2018. The Asia/Pacific region will surpass North America as the largest market, and along with the Africa/Mideast region, will be the fastest growing market. Flexible bulk packaging products will outpace rigid types.This study analyzes the $46 billion world bulk packaging industry. It presents historical demand data (2003, 2008 and 2013) and forecasts (2018 and 2023) by product (e.g., shipping sacks, film wrap, drums, pails), material (e.g., plastic, paper and paperboard, steel), market (e.g., nondurable goods, durable goods), world region, and for 18 countries.The study also considers market environment factors, details industry structure, evaluates company market share and profiles 42 industry players, including Greif, MAUSER, and Signode Industrial Group.