Europe Pouch Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends And Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Europe Pouch Packaging Market is Segmented by Material Type ( Paper, Plastic and Aluminum), by Resin Type - Plastic ( Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PET, PVC, EVOH, Other Resins), by Product ( Flat ( Pillow and Side Seal), Stand Up), by End-User Industry (Food (Candy & Confectionery, Frozen Foods, Fresh Produce, Dairy Products, Dry Foods, Meat, Poultry, and Seafood, Pet Food, Other Food Products (Seasonings & Spices, Spreadables, Sauces, Condiments, Etc. )), Beverage, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Personal Care and Household Care, and Other End-User Industries) and Country (France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Spain, Poland, Nordic and Rest of Europe). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Europe Pouch Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends And Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Europe Pouch Packaging Market Size

Europe Pouch Packaging Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 11.69 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 14.70 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.68 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Europe Pouch Packaging Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Europe Pouch Packaging Market Analysis

The Europe Pouch Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 11.69 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 14.70 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.68% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • Pouch packaging, comprising materials like metal foil, plastic, and occasionally paper, is a prevalent single-use solution. It boasts dispensing features such as resealable spouts and squeeze pouches, enhancing user convenience and driving the market's growth. The rising consumption of convenience foods in Europe is a primary driver for the pouch packaging market. Pouches' resealable nature allows for portion control, catering well to on-the-go lifestyles.
  • The lightweight design of pouch packaging has positioned it as a popular alternative to traditional rigid materials like glass or metal in various industries. This lightweight nature not only makes pouches more accessible but also reduces material consumption during production, leading to cost savings. Particularly beneficial for snacks, beverages, and personal care items, the reduced weight of pouches is a significant advantage.
  • However, sustainability poses a pressing challenge in Europe. The European Environment Agency reports a staggering 2.2 billion tonnes of annual waste in the EU. A key drawback of pouches is their limited recyclability, often stemming from their multi-layered composition, which includes plastics, aluminum, and other hard-to-recycle materials. This complexity hampers traditional recycling efforts, potentially leading to environmental issues if non-recycled pouches end up in landfills.
  • Moreover, pouches, primarily designed for single or limited uses, fall short in long-term sustainability compared to rigid packaging. Tackling these sustainability challenges demands material innovation, improved recycling processes, and stringent regulatory actions to align pouch packaging with eco-friendly standards.
  • In Europe, pouch pricing strategies are intricately tied to raw material costs, especially polymers and laminates. Fluctuations in material prices, often influenced by factors like petroleum costs and supply chain disruptions, directly impact pouch pricing dynamics. To navigate this volatility and stay competitive, manufacturers are increasingly turning to strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and exploring innovative material alternatives.

Europe Pouch Packaging Industry Overview

The European pouch packaging market is fragmented due to the presence of several market players globally. Some major players are Amcor PLC, Bischof+Klein SE & Co. KG​, AluFlexpack Group, Mondi Group, and Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH. The market players are expected to leverage the opportunity posed by the growth of several end-user verticals and are innovating to expand their market presence.

  • June 2023 - Constantia Flexibles acquired Drukpol Flexo, a packaging company in Poland, to strengthen both the companies’ global reach and innovate a more sustainable product portfolio by investing in the growth of the European Flexo printing platform.
  • April 2023 - AluflexPack Group launched a recyclable mono PP spouted pouch, which offers a high barrier for oxygen and water vapor, making it suitable for shelf-stable products that undergo hot filling and pasteurization such as baby food and fruit puree, cold filled, or dairy applications.

Europe Pouch Packaging Market Leaders

  1. Amcor Group GmbH

  2. Bischof+Klein SE & Co. KG

  3. AluFlexpack Group

  4. Mondi Group

  5. Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH 

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Europe Pouch Packaging Market News

  • March 2024: Capri Sun Group, a German-based juice brand, launched a recyclable, mono-polypropylene drinks pouch with an aim to reduce CO2 emissions by 25% compared to its previous design and support the brand’s mission to adopt fully recyclable packaging.
  • March 2024: PepsiCo, in collaboration with its partners in the flexible food packaging supply chain, introduced a novel premium snack packaging. This innovative packaging, which boasts 50% recycled plastic content, not only meets rigorous food-contact standards but also marks a significant step toward sustainability. Initially rolled out for PepsiCo's Sunbites brand, the packaging made its debut in the United Kingdom and Ireland in late 2023.

Europe Pouch Packaging Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Force Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 High Consumption of Ready-to-Eat Food Across the Region
    • 5.1.2 Increasing Demand for Light Weight Packaging Solution
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Rising Concerns Regarding the Usage of Plastic Packaging

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Material
    • 6.1.1 Plastic
    • 6.1.1.1 Polyethylene
    • 6.1.1.2 Polypropylene
    • 6.1.1.3 PET
    • 6.1.1.4 PVC
    • 6.1.1.5 EVOH
    • 6.1.1.6 Other Resins
    • 6.1.2 Paper
    • 6.1.3 Aluminum
  • 6.2 By Product
    • 6.2.1 Flat (Pillow & Side-Seal)
    • 6.2.2 Stand-up
  • 6.3 By End-User Industry
    • 6.3.1 Food
    • 6.3.1.1 Candy & Confectionery
    • 6.3.1.2 Frozen Foods
    • 6.3.1.3 Fresh Produce
    • 6.3.1.4 Dairy Products
    • 6.3.1.5 Dry Foods
    • 6.3.1.6 Meat, Poultry, And Seafood
    • 6.3.1.7 Pet Food
    • 6.3.1.8 Other Food Products (Seasonings & Spices, Spreadables, Sauces, Condiments, etc.)
    • 6.3.2 Beverage
    • 6.3.3 Medical and Pharmaceutical
    • 6.3.4 Personal Care and Household Care
    • 6.3.5 Other End user Industries ( Automotive, Chemical, Agriculture)
  • 6.4 By Country
    • 6.4.1 France
    • 6.4.2 Germany
    • 6.4.3 Italy
    • 6.4.4 United Kingdom
    • 6.4.5 Spain
    • 6.4.6 Poland
    • 6.4.7 Nordic
    • 6.4.8 Rest of Europe

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Amcor Group GmbH
    • 7.1.2 Bischof+Klein SE & Co. KG
    • 7.1.3 AluFlexpack Group
    • 7.1.4 Mondi Group
    • 7.1.5 Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH
    • 7.1.6 Coveris Management GmbH
    • 7.1.7 Scholle IPN Corporation (SIG)
    • 7.1.8 Gualapack SpA
    • 7.1.9 Sealed Air Corporation (SEE)
    • 7.1.10 Sonoco Products Company
  • *List Not Exhaustive
  • 7.2 Heat Map Analysis
  • 7.3 Competitor Analysis - Emerging vs. Established Players

8. RECYCLING & SUSTAINABILITY LANDSCAPE

9. FUTURE OUTLOOK

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Europe Pouch Packaging Industry Segmentation

The market study tracks the demand for pouch packaging in different end-user verticals like food, beverages, pet food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. The pricing for the raw material, that is, plastic, paper, and metal, is taken into consideration along with the consumption, import, and export trends and average prices to arrive at the market revenue.

The Europe Pouch Packaging Market is Segmented by Material Type ( Paper, Plastic and Aluminum), by Resin Type - Plastic ( Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PET, PVC, EVOH, Other Resins), by Product ( Flat ( Pillow and Side Seal), Stand Up), by End-User Industry (Food (Candy & Confectionery, Frozen Foods, Fresh Produce, Dairy Products, Dry Foods, Meat, Poultry, And Seafood, Pet Food, Other Food Products (Seasonings & Spices, Spreadables, Sauces, Condiments, etc.)), Beverage, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Personal Care and Household Care, and Other End-User Industries) and Country (France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Spain, Poland, Nordic and Rest of Europe).The report offers market forecasts and size in value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Material Plastic Polyethylene
Polypropylene
PET
PVC
EVOH
Other Resins
Paper
Aluminum
By Product Flat (Pillow & Side-Seal)
Stand-up
By End-User Industry Food Candy & Confectionery
Frozen Foods
Fresh Produce
Dairy Products
Dry Foods
Meat, Poultry, And Seafood
Pet Food
Other Food Products (Seasonings & Spices, Spreadables, Sauces, Condiments, etc.)
Beverage
Medical and Pharmaceutical
Personal Care and Household Care
Other End user Industries ( Automotive, Chemical, Agriculture)
By Country France
Germany
Italy
United Kingdom
Spain
Poland
Nordic
Rest of Europe
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Europe Pouch Packaging Market Research FAQs

How big is the Europe Pouch Packaging Market?

The Europe Pouch Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 11.69 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.68% to reach USD 14.70 billion by 2030.

What is the current Europe Pouch Packaging Market size?

In 2025, the Europe Pouch Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 11.69 billion.

Who are the key players in Europe Pouch Packaging Market?

Amcor Group GmbH, Bischof+Klein SE & Co. KG, AluFlexpack Group, Mondi Group and Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH are the major companies operating in the Europe Pouch Packaging Market.

What years does this Europe Pouch Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Europe Pouch Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 11.14 billion. The report covers the Europe Pouch Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Europe Pouch Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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