United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market is estimated to reach USD XX Billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 3.1%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, including market size and trends, product mix, applications, and supplier analysis. From the point of manufacture to the point of consumption, plastic packaging is a component of the complex supply chain. Its main goal is to protect and guarantee the product's safe and secure delivery to the final user (either the product's maker or the customer) in pristine and undamaged state. Its function in a circular economy is to assist eliminate product waste and maintain a product's value for as long as necessary.
- September 2022: Coca-Cola Great Britain (CCGB) extended the use of its connected caps to 500 ml bottles in an effort to better recycle and cut waste. This action was a component of the company's overall packaging progression. Now that the bottle cap can stay on the bottle even after it has been opened, recycling the entire package will be easier and there will always be a cap, even when travelling.
- May 2022: FlexCollect, the largest collaborative effort in the UK to facilitate the collection and recycling of flexible plastic packaging, launched with support from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Residential pickups of waste from flexible plastic packaging are incorporated into this initiative to significantly increase recovery and recycling rates.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Industry participants have a number of opportunities in the UK plastic packaging market. The creation of creative eco-friendly packaging solutions has been made possible by the growing focus on sustainability and recycling. Businesses might investigate the usage of alternative materials including paper-based packaging as well as biodegradable or compostable plastics. Additionally, plastic packaging makers have potential in the expanding e-commerce market. The need for safe and secure packing options to maintain product integrity during transit has grown as a result of the popularity of online shopping.
A number of variables, with differing effects over the short, medium, and long terms, are driving the market, including as the consistent increase in the demand for processed foods and the growing use of lightweight flexibles. Furthermore, as consumers in the area become more appreciative of the quality of the products, the need for frozen food packaging is increasing. The demand for frozen food packaging has increased in Europe due to changing lifestyles and economic expansion, and the industry is anticipated to grow profitably over the forecast period.
The plastic packaging market in the UK is expanding, but there are some obstacles in the way. The effects of plastic packaging on the environment are one of the main issues. Globally, plastic trash has grown to be a significant issue, prompting more laws and consumer education about environmentally friendly packaging options. The growing cost of the raw ingredients needed to produce plastic packaging is another barrier. The pricing of plastic resins are directly impacted by changes in oil prices, which has an effect on the total profitability of companies that make plastic packaging.
Market Competitive Landscape
Global and regional competitors are fighting for market share in the fiercely competitive plastic packaging market in the United Kingdom. To improve their market position, these businesses concentrate on sustainability, innovative products, and strategic alliances. The major key players in the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market are: Amcor PLC, Berry Global, Charpak Ltd, Clifton Packaging Group Limited, Coda Plastics Limited, Constantia Flexibles, Coveris Holding, National Flexible, Polystar Plastics Ltd, Sealed Air Corporation, Sonoco Products Company, Tyler Packaging Limited (Macfarlane Group PLC), Wipak UK Ltd, Others.
Scope of the Report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Packaging Type, By Product Type, By End User Industry
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| Regions covered | Central Region, East Region, North Region, South Region, West Region
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| Companies Covered | Amcor PLC, Berry Global, Charpak Ltd, Clifton Packaging Group Limited, Coda Plastics Limited, Constantia Flexibles, Coveris Holding, National Flexible, Polystar Plastics Ltd, Sealed Air Corporation, Sonoco Products Company, Tyler Packaging Limited (Macfarlane Group PLC), Wipak UK Ltd, Others
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COVID-19 Impact on United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
The plastic packaging market in the UK has been significantly impacted by the Covid-19 outbreak. Plastic packaging demand soared as a result of the rising need for necessities including food, drinks, and medical supplies. The pandemic brought to light how crucial clean, sturdy packaging is to maintaining the integrity and safety of products. But the pandemic also brought attention to the environmental issues raised by plastic garbage. The growing prevalence of single-use plastics in items like masks and gloves has brought attention to the need for more environmentally friendly packaging options. Consequently, there is now a heightened emphasis on encouraging recycling programmes and cutting down on plastic waste.
Key Target Audience:
- Brand Owners and Marketers
- Consumer Goods Manufacturers
- Food Service and Hospitality Industry
- Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Companies
- Logistics and Transportation Companies
- Packaging Manufacturers
- Retailers and Distributors
- Others
Our in-depth analysis of the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market includes the following segments:
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By Packaging Type:
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Flexible Plastic Packaging
Rigid Plastic Packaging
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By Product Type:
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Bags
Bottles and Jars
Caps and Closures
Films and Wraps
Pouches
Trays and containers
Other Product Types
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By End User Industry:
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Beverage
Food
Healthcare
Personal Care and Household
Other End-user Industries
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Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Segmentation of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market By Packaging Type (Flexible Plastic Packaging, Rigid Plastic Packaging)
- Segmentation of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market By Product Type (Bags, Bottles and Jars, Caps and Closures, Films and Wraps, Pouches, Trays and containers, Other Product Types)
- Segmentation of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market By End User Industry (Beverage, Food, Healthcare, Personal Care and Household, Other End-user Industries)
- Statistical Snap of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Expansion Analysis of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Problems and Obstacles in United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Competitive Landscape in the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Details on Current Investment in United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Competitive Analysis of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- Prominent Players in the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- SWOT Analysis of United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
- United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market
7. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By Packaging Type (USD Million)
7.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Value Share and Forecast, By Packaging Type, 2024-2033
7.2. Flexible Plastic Packaging
7.3. Rigid Plastic Packaging
8. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By Product Type (USD Million)
8.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Value Share and Forecast, By Product Type, 2024-2033
8.2. Bags
8.3. Bottles and Jars
8.4. Caps and Closures
8.5. Films and Wraps
8.6. Pouches
8.7. Trays and containers
8.8. Other Product Types
9. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By End User Industry (USD Million)
9.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Value Share and Forecast, By End User Industry, 2024-2033
9.2. Beverage
9.3. Food
9.4. Healthcare
9.5. Personal Care and Household
9.6. Other End-user Industries
10. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share
11. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By Packaging Type, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
11.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By Packaging Type (2020-2026)
11.2. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By Packaging Type (2027-2033)
12. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By Product Type, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
12.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By Product Type (2020-2026)
12.2. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By Product Type (2027-2033)
13. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By End User Industry, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
13.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By End User Industry (2020-2026)
13.2. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By End User Industry (2027-2033)
14. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
14.1. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
14.2. United Kingdom Plastic Packaging Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
14.3. Central Region
14.4. East Region
14.5. North Region
14.6. South Region
14.7. West Region
15. Company Profile
15.1. Amcor PLC
15.1.1. Company details
15.1.2. Financial outlook
15.1.3. Product summary
15.1.4. Recent developments
15.2. Berry Global
15.2.1. Company details
15.2.2. Financial outlook
15.2.3. Product summary
15.2.4. Recent developments
15.3. Charpak Ltd
15.3.1. Company details
15.3.2. Financial outlook
15.3.3. Product summary
15.3.4. Recent developments
15.4. Clifton Packaging Group Limited
15.4.1. Company details
15.4.2. Financial outlook
15.4.3. Product summary
15.4.4. Recent developments
15.5. Coda Plastics Limited
15.5.1. Company details
15.5.2. Financial outlook
15.5.3. Product summary
15.5.4. Recent developments
15.6. Constantia Flexibles
15.6.1. Company details
15.6.2. Financial outlook
15.6.3. Product summary
15.7. Recent developments
15.8. Coveris Holding
15.8.1. Company details
15.8.2. Financial outlook
15.8.3. Product summary
15.8.4. Recent developments
15.9. National Flexible
15.9.1. Company details
15.9.2. Financial outlook
15.9.3. Product summary
15.9.4. Recent developments
15.10. Polystar Plastics Ltd
15.10.1. Company details
15.10.2. Financial outlook
15.10.3. Product summary
15.10.4. Recent developments
15.11. Sealed Air Corporation
15.11.1. Company details
15.11.2. Financial outlook
15.11.3. Product summary
15.11.4. Recent developments
15.12. Sonoco Products Company
15.12.1. Company details
15.12.2. Financial outlook
15.12.3. Product summary
15.12.4. Recent developments
15.13. Tyler Packaging Limited (Macfarlane Group PLC)
15.13.1. Company details
15.13.2. Financial outlook
15.13.3. Product summary
15.13.4. Recent developments
15.14. Wipak UK Ltd
15.14.1. Company details
15.14.2. Financial outlook
15.14.3. Product summary
15.14.4. Recent developments
15.15. Others
16. List of Abbreviations
17. Reference Links
18. Conclusion
19. Research Scope
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