The packaging industry continuously evolves. End-consumer
preferences are changing, sustainability is growing in
importance, and brand owners are increasingly fighting for
shelf-space. There is fierce competition among both retailers
and brand owners, leading to strong focus on cost efficiency.
But how will packaging be affected by the ongoing
developments and trends? What will brand owners of the
future consider as critical when assessing and eventually
selecting their provider of packaging solutions? This viewpoint
will discuss potential developments and underline key
areas for the food packaging industry in 2016 and beyond