The food packaging technology and equipment market size is projected to grow from USD 48.03 billion in 2025 to USD 83.95 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 6.4%. This market encompasses various segments, including paper, plastic, glass, and metal packaging materials, and includes technologies like vacuum packaging, modified atmosphere packaging, and active packaging. The market is segmented by regions, with North America leading the way due to its mature food industry and technological advancements. Key players include Arpac LLC, GEA Group, Bosch Packaging Technology, and Coesia Group.
Recent Developments
- In May 2025, Foopak partnered with Paper Force to highlight the use of recyclable and compostable paperboard solutions. The initiative is anticipated to highly boost sustainable food packaging practices in Australia.
- In December 2024, Bpacks raised 1 million euros in seed funding to scale its bark-based packaging technology. It helps in extending the food shelf life by up to 7 days and reduces waste by over 42% by using pulp moulding equipment.
Major Key Players in the Food Packaging Technology Market
Latest Developments and Innovations in the Market
- On 19 May 2025, Cuica, a Brazilian food company that develops plant-based food and beverages from Brazilian Biomes, selected Tetra Pak, a top leader in food processing and packaging solutions, to reveal its first Amazon nut milk. (Source: Food Tech Biz)
- On 17 February 2025, under its campaign and goal #Sealingthefuture, SEALPAC will be launching different types of innovative technology, all created in Germany, during IFFA 2025 from May 3rd to 8th. (Source: Asia Food Journal)
- Ahlstrom, who is a leading server of fiber-based specialty material has revealed Lambipack, Flex, the newest addition to its LambiPak profile of high-performance base papers. Crafted especially for flexible packaging, LambiPak flex constructs on the proven success of the Original Lambipak. (Source: Packaging Strategies)
- Sidel has revealed CoboREEL, an automatic reel-loading solution for beverage packaging labels with three times the reel capacity of any other solution for the market. (Source: Packaging Strategies)
- Constantia Flexibles, who leads in flexible packaging has auspiciously implemented EcoVerHighPlus, an inventive mono PP Laminate now changing coffee packaging. (Source: Foodtechbiz)
- In March 2023, Cepac, the UK most inventive and active corrugated packaging company, purchased EW Cartons, a sustainable corrugated tray manufacturer.
- In May 2023, Amcor, a leader in developing and producing sustainable packaging solutions globally, said that it had finalized a deal to purchase Moda Systems, a top producer of automated, cutting-edge protein packaging equipment.
- In August 2023, The Oregon-based GEM Equipment, which produces fryers and blanchers, was acquired by the international freezing and cooling equipment manufacturer FPS Food Process Solutions.
- In August 2023, The UK-based food company Regal Food Products Group announced that it acquired Packaging R Us, a supplier of disposable food packaging solutions.
- In December 2023, The Packaging Development Centre, worth US$10.8 million, was officially opened by SIG on the location of the company packaging facilities in Linnich, Germany.
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