Flexible Packaging Demand to Rise as Market Changes Face

Demand from frozen and convenience food producers for flexible packaging is likely to grow, creating an $18bn market by 2013.

New self-venting films for steam cooking frozen foods and wipers and spouts will revolutionise plastic packaging and the way food processors finish their products, according to Reportlinker.

Meats, produce and beverage producers will lead the way for demand for high barrier films for the extension of shelf life and the rise in single-person households will increase demand for smaller-serve packaging.

Flat-bottomed and side-gusseted pouches and stick packs will also grow in popularity while food producers will demand less bags then they do now, according to Reportlinker.