World: MENA packaging market to grow to US$52.4 million by 2019, finds report
The packaging market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is valued at approximately US$41.1 billion in 2014 and is forecast to grow...
Europe: Premium private label drinks gaining presence in supermarkets
More private label drinks products can be found in supermarket aisles reserved for ‘premium’ name brands, a new report by Canadean finds.
According to the...
Europe: Market for insects in food may be worth US$350 million, says analyst
Insects as an ingredient in everyday foods could be a US$350 million business in the US and Europe within 10 to 15 years, says...
Asia Pacific: Paper packaging products, pouch forming and filling machinery boost Japan’s industry growth
The Japanese packaging industry grew to US$59.4 billion in the financial year of 2013, with paper packaging products and pouch forming and filling machinery...
Asia Pacific: Analyst says Indonesia’s palm oil market, downstream activities offer opportunities
Frost & Sullivan says it is optimistic on growth in Indonesia’s crude palm oil market due to the consumption in the emerging markets such...
Americas: Report finds more children in the US take more salt than recommended
More than 90% of children in the US, aged 6-18 years, eat more sodium than recommended, putting them at risk for developing high blood...
Europe: UK offers more room for growth in coconut water sector, finds report
Coconut water remains a niche beverage in the UK, despite endorsements from celebrities such as Rihanna and consumers’ awareness of the health benefits of...
Europe: FAO food price index drops to four-year low
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations’ (FAO's) monthly food price index registered another drop in August, continuing a five-month downward run...
Asia Pacific: Chinese soft drinks companies make the mark on global markets
The value of the global soft drinks market increased by less than 2% in 2013 to US$937 billion, but the Red Bull energy drink...
Asia Pacific: Consumer packaged goods in China to adopt Western influences with changing buying...
In recent years, China has seen significant changes in eating habits, shopping behaviours, and lifestyle habits, as consumer behaviour responds to Western influences.
Consumer packaged...