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Functionality, sustainability and shelf appeal will continue to be key factors in the choice of packaging in this market, with formats made from plastic continuing to edge out other materials in most cases.

Looking ahead to 2022, digitalization will be the main driver for labels — converters will look for complete end-to-end digitalized solutions to optimize their production floor.

From filling to sterilizing, flexible packaging must be handled differently than rigid containers.

TIPA’s T.LAM 608 offers both transparency and barrier for food packaging applications and can be disposed of in in-home composting bin.

The company will demo a HFFS Pouch machine. 

Pouches account for approximately 40% of sales.

A report from MarketsandMarkets finds that the market is witnessing high growth owing to the increase in demand for lightweight, convenient and cost-effective packaging products and solutions for food and beverage applications.