Circular Economy: Flexible plastics

Sep 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows that there was a 4% average annual growth in global F&B plastic packaging launches with a Flexible claim, from July 2020 to June 2025. One in three of these launches were in Europe. Flexible materials (including plastics) were most used in Bakery and Snacks, but their use in Confectionery increased.

Nutrition & Supplement Delivery

Aug 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates a 4% year-over-year growth in supplement launches between July 2023 and June 2025. Europe led the way with new launches. Around two-thirds of these launches were packaged in bottles, with plastic being the dominant material, used in over 80% of total launches. 

Ice Cream & Dessert

Jul 2025

Ice Cream & Dessert launches are on the rise, as consumers globally are influenced by packaging size and format when purchasing desserts and ice creams.

Soups & sauces packaging concepts

Jun 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows a 4% increase in Soup & Sauces packaging launches over the past five years, with 64% of consumers reporting they use table and cooking sauces at least once a week. Bottles remain the dominant packaging format, although standing pouches are gaining popularity.