The coexistence of hybrid, inkjet and flexo technologies are fueling adoption in India.
Rising paper consumption and the growth of production facilities increase the volume of waste.
Market projected to grow to 2.8M tonnes by 2035.
The facility processes less than half its intended capacity.
The market’s growth is being driven by rising consumer demand for eco-friendly, lightweight, and convenient packaging solutions.
Planet Tracker and MSCI warn investors of mounting financial exposure as firms backslide on packaging goals.
The study notes that sustainability remains a defining trend, with manufacturers investing in decarbonization, recyclable materials, and energy-efficient production.
Flexible packaging manufacturers directly employ 98,420 people, while 155,520 supplier jobs and 144,840 induced jobs are supported through related industries and household spending.
47% of Kenyans still cite deforestation as their top environmental concern, the highest globally.
On average, each EU resident generated 35.3 kg of plastic packaging waste.