3 Significant Trends in the Packaging Sector due to COVID-19 [Report]

While many industries are losing business and suffering severely from the COVID-19 pandemic, large parts of the packaging sector seem to be experiencing quite the opposite. Adequate packaging is now needed more than ever. Have a look at these significant trends and how to make the most of them. Growth in difficult times Already since the start of the pandemic, we have witnessed a much higher demand for packaging in food industries as consumer demands have risen, particularly for shelf-ready packaging in the retail industry. This change is recent – but it’s nothing new. Looking back at the years following the last global financial crisis of 2008, the packaging industry actually saw an increase in investment compared to other industries and a vast growth in certain sectors. Now the story is repeating itself, and this time it’s amplified by the strong demand for hygienic solutions. Sustainability slowing down Environmentally friendly packaging solutions have been a constant in packaging trends over the past decade. While COVID-19 is not likely to impact consumers’ behavior on shopping ecologically, the speed of growth of this sector might be affected by the crisis. One reason is that the gastronomy and food catering industry might have to turn to disposable containers in order to minimize the risk of virus transmission. While this trend is not likely to continue after the end of the health crisis, it does indicate a new and higher packaging demand in the short-term. Because health and safety concerns about hygiene will probably be prioritized over environmental sustainability as people continue to tackle the pandemic.

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