Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Middle East and Africa Metal Packaging Market Report is Segmented by Material Type (Aluminum and Steel), Product Type (Cans [Food Cans, Beverage Cans, and Aerosol Cans], Bulk Containers, Shipping Barrels, and Drums, Caps & Closures, and Other Product Types), End-User Industry (Beverage, Food, Industrial, Cosmetic & Personal Care, Household, Paints and Varnishes, and Other End-User Industries), and by Country (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt and Rest of Middle East and Africa). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Size

Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 8.39 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 9.59 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 2.71 %
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Analysis

The Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 8.39 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 9.59 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 2.71% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The metal packaging market is growing due to increased industrial activities, higher food and drink consumption, and increasing environmental awareness. Industrial metal packaging, such as IBCs, bulk containers, drums, and closures, is in steady demand from sectors such as chemicals, lubricants, and agriculture because it is durable and protective.
  • At the same time, the metal cans segment is increasing due to the rising need for storage cans in food and drinks and increased demand for aerosol cans in industries such as cosmetics, automotive, paints, and pharmaceuticals.
  • The move toward sustainable packaging is boosting the use of metal packaging, which can be recycled and is suitable for the environment. With changing consumer preferences and regulations supporting eco-friendly packaging, the Middle East and Africa metal packaging market is set to grow further, offering opportunities for innovation and collaboration among global industry players.
  • Metal containers, especially those made of steel and aluminum, are very durable and protective, making them the preferred choice for industries that need to keep their products safe. As developing economies grow and industrialize, the demand for industrial lubricants and fluids will increase, leading to a higher need for reliable packaging solutions, which will help the metal packaging market expand.
  • The packaging of industrial lubricants, oils, and fluids has changed significantly over the years due to changes in material availability and rising costs. Advances in packaging components and design have also contributed to this change. Importantly, sustainability has become a key focus in lubricant packaging as the industry aims to be more environmentally responsible.
  • Metal packaging faces intense competition from other packaging solutions, especially biodegradable plastics. Plastic is often chosen because it is cheaper than metal. Moreover, plastic drums are lighter than steel drums, making them easier to move and transport. Due to their lighter weight, they also have lower shipping costs, which hinders the growth of the metal packaging market.

Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Industry Overview

The Middle East and Africa metal packaging market is semi-consolidated. The key players in the market include Ball Corporation, Crown Holdings Inc., CANPACK SA (CANPACK Group), Greif Inc., Mauser Packaging Solutions, Nampak Limited, and Arabian Can Industry LLC (Al Ghurair Group), among others. The players are focusing on expanding their customer base through strategic partnerships and increasing their capabilities.

• June 2024- Kristal Kola (Kristal) marked one and half years of delivering a sustainable product by launching the Turkish market’s first spring water in metal cans manufactured by Crown Holdings Inc. This company was selected as the packaging partner as it is able to produce cans in-country and help the company reduce its carbon footprint by providing input on sustainability statistics printed on the can itself.

• June 2024- Eviosys Packaging Switzerland GmbH completed one year to the launch of the first version of the Horizon™ metal overcap. The Horizon metal overcap is a seamless, infinitely packaging solution for the product. This overall helps the company reduce CO2 emissions by 33% and facilitates the replacement of plastic lids that are currently used on certain metal tins for reclosing purposes.

Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Leaders

  1. Ball Corporation

  2. Crown Holdings, Inc.

  3. CANPACK S.A. (CANPACK Group)

  4. Greif, Inc.

  5. Mauser Packaging Solutions

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market News

  • May 2024: The Metal Packaging Association of South Africa (MetPac-SA) widened its scope by including aerosol packaging as part of its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) strategy. Moreover, it has launched exclusive contracts and formed strategic partnerships with metal packaging buy-back centers, metal re-melters, and metal recyclers across South Africa to promote post-consumer metal packaging.
  • November 2023: Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA) officially commenced construction on the UAE's largest aluminum recycling plant. Positioned next to EGA's current smelter in Al Taweelah, the new facility is set to process 170,000 tonnes of aluminum each year. This state-of-the-art recycling plant will convert both post-consumer aluminum scrap and pre-consumer scrap from extrusion production into premium, low-carbon, high-quality aluminum billets. Once operational, EGA intends to emerge as the UAE's leading consumer of aluminum scrap, bolstering the nation's economic growth.

Middle East And Africa Metal 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 Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Sustainability Trends in Beverage Sector Boost Metal Packaging Demand in the Region
    • 5.1.2 Increasing Trade of Canned Fruit in South Africa Aids the Market Growth
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Regulatory Complexity and Tariff Barriers Impeding Metal Packaging Market Expansion in the Region

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Material Type
    • 6.1.1 Aluminium
    • 6.1.2 Steel
  • 6.2 By Product Type
    • 6.2.1 Cans
    • 6.2.1.1 Food Cans
    • 6.2.1.2 Beverage Cans
    • 6.2.1.3 Aerosol Cans
    • 6.2.2 Bulk Conatiners
    • 6.2.3 Shipping Barrels and Drums
    • 6.2.4 Caps & Closures
    • 6.2.5 Other Product Types (Tubes, etc.)
  • 6.3 By End-user Industry
    • 6.3.1 Beverage
    • 6.3.2 Food
    • 6.3.3 Cosmetics & Personal Care
    • 6.3.4 Household
    • 6.3.5 Paints & Varnishes
    • 6.3.6 Other End-user Industries (Automotive, Industrial)
  • 6.4 By Country***
    • 6.4.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 6.4.2 Saudi Arabia
    • 6.4.3 South Africa
    • 6.4.4 Egypt

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Ball Corporation
    • 7.1.2 Crown Holdings, Inc.
    • 7.1.3 CANPACK S.A. (CANPACK Group)
    • 7.1.4 Greif, Inc.
    • 7.1.5 Mauser Packaging Solutions
    • 7.1.6 Nampak Limited
    • 7.1.7 Guala Closures S.p.A
    • 7.1.8 Eviosys Packaging Switzerland GmbH
    • 7.1.9 Schutz GmbH & Co. KGaA
    • 7.1.10 AMOPACK CAN MANUFACTUR
    • 7.1.11 East Africa Cans & Closures Ltd.
    • 7.1.12 Arabian Can Industry LLC (Al Ghurair Group)
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

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Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Industry Segmentation

The study covers the Middle East and Africa metal packaging market, which includes industrial metal packaging and metal cans. The scope is limited to B2B demand. The market is tracked in terms of revenue (USD billion) generated from various metal cans and industrial metal packaging products. Each end-user segment is mutually exclusive. The analysis is based on the market insights captured through secondary research and the primaries. The market also covers the major factors impacting the growth of the metal packaging market in terms of drivers and restraints. The entire supply chain, ranging from metal production to product consumption and recycling, has been studied to understand the key trends, developments, role of substitutes, etc.

The Middle East and Africa metal packaging market is segmented by material type (aluminum and steel), product type (cans (food cans, beverage cans, and aerosol cans), bulk containers, shipping barrels and drums, caps & closures, and other product types), end-user industry (beverage, food, industrial, cosmetic & personal care, household, paints and varnishes, and other end-user industries), and by country (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt and Rest of Middle East and Africa). The report offers market forecasts and size in value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Material Type Aluminium
Steel
By Product Type Cans Food Cans
Beverage Cans
Aerosol Cans
Bulk Conatiners
Shipping Barrels and Drums
Caps & Closures
Other Product Types (Tubes, etc.)
By End-user Industry Beverage
Food
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Household
Paints & Varnishes
Other End-user Industries (Automotive, Industrial)
By Country*** United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Egypt
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Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market Research Faqs

How big is the Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market?

The Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 8.39 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 2.71% to reach USD 9.59 billion by 2030.

What is the current Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market size?

In 2025, the Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 8.39 billion.

Who are the key players in Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market?

Ball Corporation, Crown Holdings, Inc., CANPACK S.A. (CANPACK Group), Greif, Inc. and Mauser Packaging Solutions are the major companies operating in the Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market.

What years does this Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 8.16 billion. The report covers the Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Middle East And Africa Metal Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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