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How deposit return schemes are reshaping beverage packaging
GlobalData research shows that expanding deposit return schemes are influencing beverage packaging materials, design and recycling technologies.
Where investors see opportunity as packaging VC funding slows
GlobalData research reveals where packaging investors are still deploying capital as VC investment loses momentum.
Ethical consumption drives demand for reusable and refillable packaging
GlobalData research shows ethical consumption is driving demand for reusable and refillable packaging as consumers seek to cut waste without sacrificing value or convenience.
On-the-go consumption drives demand for smaller, portable packaging
GlobalData research shows that hybrid working, smaller households and changing eating habits are driving demand for smaller, portable and single-serve packaging.
Circular packaging’s next frontier is the system around the pack
Circular packaging increasingly depends on the systems that collect, recover, reuse and recycle it – and on the infrastructure that keeps those systems working.
Packaging sustainability claims face growing demand for proof
GlobalData research shows consumers want stronger proof behind packaging sustainability claims as regulatory scrutiny increases.
Packaging VC investment falls 28% but outperforms wider market
GlobalData’s VentureView report shows packaging attracted $871.7m across 123 investments in Q2 2026, down 28% quarter on quarter.
China leads packaging VC investment as US dominates deal volume
GlobalData research shows China led packaging venture capital investment by value in Q2 2026, while the US recorded more than four times as many deals.
Dairy premiumisation puts packaging in focus
GlobalData forecasts dairy value growth will outpace volume growth through 2030, making premiumisation increasingly important to market growth.
Ozempic is shrinking appetites. Will it shrink food packaging too?
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are driving smaller portions and demand for rightsized packaging despite consumers’ preference for standard packs.