Packaging 4.0 Market Size is predicted to record a 11.7% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.
Packaging 4.0 integrates cutting-edge technology, such as blockchain, internet-connected devices, and artificial intelligence-powered computers, to improve sustainability, efficiency, and functionality. With the help of Packaging 4.0, businesses can maintain a leading position in the packaging sector by responding to shifting consumer preferences, government mandates, and sustainability targets. Personalized experiences are becoming more important to consumers, who are also more worried about the safety and authenticity of products they buy.
Furthermore, an increasing number of industrial and manufacturing processes are using robotics and automation technologies as part of the ongoing development of Industry 4.0. A further developing pattern is the cooperation of machines and people. Rapid advancements in robotics are reshaping many industries, and one of the most prominent is the increasing prevalence of industrial robots in major manufacturing centers. With the widespread adoption of packaging 4.0 technology, this trend continues to grow faster.
However, the market growth is hampered by the high-cost criteria for the safety and health of the packaging 4.0 market and the product's inability to prevent fog in environments with dramatic temperature fluctuations or high humidity.
The large initial investment required to integrate and deploy sensors, electric actuators, and controls into production and manufacturing processes explains why small and medium-sized enterprises have been slow to embrace Industry 4.0. The overall upfront cost includes the price of integration and implementation, customization and system or solution design, industrial training, and maintenance. Ongoing system maintenance can necessitate the services of trained experts. The 4.0 technology's high initial investment and ongoing maintenance costs limit the market's potential. The COVID-19 epidemic has disproportionately negatively impacted countries that play a significant role in Industry 4.0. Many governments in various regions are responding to the pandemic in different ways.
The packaging 4.0 market is segmented based on type, technology, material, and end-user. By type, the market is segmented into active, smart, sustainable, protective, supply chain management, and anti-counterfeiting packaging. By technology, the market is segmented into the Internet of Things (IoT), RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), NFC (Near Field Communication), augmented reality (AR, smart sensors, and artificial intelligence (AI). By material, the market is segmented into biodegradable and compostable materials, recyclable plastics, paper and cardboard, metal packaging, glass packaging, and flexible packaging. Based on end-users, the market is segmented into food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, cosmetics and personal care, automotive and industrial, retail and consumer goods, and agriculture and horticulture.
The biodegradable and compostable materials packaging 4.0 market is expected to hold a significant global market share in 2022. Biodegradable and compostable materials are utilized as a part of the industry's endeavour to reduce plastic pollution and promote the principles of a regenerative economic model, which aligns with legal obligations. These materials are used in food, household goods, and commercial packaging; they are also an ecologically friendly option to conventional packaging materials.
Pharmaceutical and healthcare companies make up the bulk of pharma 4.0 usage because pharmaceutical businesses are increasingly utilizing new technology to boost operational efficiency and product and service quality. Worldwide, pharmaceutical companies primarily focus on shortening and reducing the overall cost of drug development to meet the increasing demand for medications and therapies, especially in countries like the US, Germany, the U.K., China, and India.
The North American packaging 4.0 market is expected to register the highest revenue share in the near future. This can be attributed to the heightened focus on innovations. The development of new technologies will also contribute to the expansion of this sector. In addition, Asia Pacific is projected to advance in the global respiratory device accessories market because of the rigorous procedures to embrace automation in manufacturing. Even more so, the region's packaging 4.0 industry is expected to be driven by the adoption of innovative technologies.
Report Attribute |
Specifications |
Growth Rate CAGR |
CAGR of 11.7% from 2024 to 2031 |
Quantitative Units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Million and CAGR from 2024 to 2031 |
Historic Year |
2019 to 2023 |
Forecast Year |
2024-2031 |
Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
Segments Covered |
By Type, Technology, Material, And End-User |
Regional Scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; France; Italy; Spain; Southeast Asia; South Korea |
Competitive Landscape |
Amcor Ltd., Avery Dennison Corporation, Etimex Packaging 4.0 GmbH, DuPont Bemis Company Inc., Procter & Gamble Company (P&G), Sonoco Products Company, Ball Corporation, International Paper Company, Sealed Air Corporation, Smurfit Kappa Group, Tetra Pak, HP Inc, Bosch Packaging Technology, Capsugel Inc., BASF SE, Nestlé SA, Hindustan National Glass & Industries Ltd., and Mondi plc. |
Customization Scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report and modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
Pricing And Available Payment Methods |
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Packaging 4.0 Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Packaging 4.0 Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Type & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Type:
5.2.1. Active Packaging
5.2.2. Smart Packaging
5.2.3. Sustainable Packaging
5.2.4. Protective Packaging
5.2.5. Supply Chain Management
5.2.6. Anti-Counterfeiting Packaging
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Technology Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Technology & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Technology:
6.2.1. Internet of Things (IoT)
6.2.2. RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
6.2.3. NFC (Near Field Communication)
6.2.4. Augmented Reality (AR)
6.2.5. Smart Sensors
6.2.6. Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by Material & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Material:
7.2.1. Biodegradable and Compostable Materials
7.2.2. Recyclable Plastics
7.2.3. Paper and Cardboard
7.2.4. Metal Packaging
7.2.5. Glass Packaging
7.2.6. Flexible Packaging
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by End-User Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by End-User & Market Share, 2019 & 2031
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by End-User:
8.2.1. Food and Beverage
8.2.2. Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
8.2.3. Cosmetics and Personal Care
8.2.4. Automotive and Industrial
8.2.5. Retail and Consumer Goods
8.2.6. Agriculture and Horticulture
Chapter 9. Packaging 4.0 Market Segmentation 6: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. North America
9.1.1. North America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031
9.1.2. North America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Technology, 2019-2031
9.1.3. North America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2019-2031
9.1.4. North America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User, 2019-2031
9.1.5. North America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031
9.2. Europe
9.2.1. Europe Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031
9.2.2. Europe Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Technology, 2019-2031
9.2.3. Europe Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2019-2031
9.2.4. Europe Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User, 2019-2031
9.2.5. Europe Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031
9.3. Asia Pacific
9.3.1. Asia Pacific Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031
9.3.2. Asia Pacific Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Technology, 2019-2031
9.3.3. Asia-Pacific Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2019-2031
9.3.4. Asia Pacific Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User, 2019-2031
9.3.5. Asia Pacific Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031
9.4. Latin America
9.4.1. Latin America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031
9.4.2. Latin America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Technology, 2019-2031
9.4.3. Latin America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2019-2031
9.4.4. Latin America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User, 2019-2031
9.4.5. Latin America Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031
9.5. Middle East & Africa
9.5.1. Middle East & Africa Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2019-2031
9.5.2. Middle East & Africa Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Technology, 2019-2031
9.5.3. Middle East & Africa Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2019-2031
9.5.4. Middle East & Africa Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-User, 2019-2031
9.5.5. Middle East & Africa Packaging 4.0 Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2019-2031
Chapter 10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
10.2. Company Profiles
10.2.1. Amcor Ltd.
10.2.2. Avery Dennison Corporation
10.2.3. Etimex Packaging 4.0 GmbH
10.2.4. DuPont Bemis Company Inc.
10.2.5. Procter & Gamble Company (P&G)
10.2.6. Sonoco Products Company
10.2.7. Ball Corporation
10.2.8. International Paper Company
10.2.9. Sealed Air Corporation
10.2.10. Smurfit Kappa Group
10.2.11. Tetra Pak
10.2.12. HP Inc
10.2.13. Bosch Packaging Technology
10.2.14. Capsugel Inc.
10.2.15. BASF SE
10.2.16. Nestlé SA
10.2.17. Hindustan National Glass
10.2.18. Industries Ltd.
10.2.19. and Mondi plc.
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InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.
Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.
Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.
Secondary research
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The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista
Primary Research:
Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies
The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to:
Data Modeling and Analysis:
In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.
The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.
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