At the same time as its leading positions in advanced packaging are developed in high value-added segments, the efficiency of more standardised packaging solutions for such applications as the transport and packaging of industrial components is being enhanced.
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SCA | 8 |
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Smurfit Kappa | 17 |
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DS Smith | 6 |
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SAICA | 4 |
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International Paper | 4 |
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Other | 61 |
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Corrugated board, producer capacity in Europe 2011, percent
Needs-adapted and purpose-designed packaging is a prerequisite for international trade and is thus a crucial factor in ensuring the welfare of the global economy. To an increasing degree, packaging is used to transport, market and sell its content. Packaging is thus an important carrier of the brand and market communication.
The two largest market categories for corrugated board packaging are the food and manu-facturing industries, which account for approximately 45% and 30%, respectively. The largest segment in the food industry is processed food, followed by fresh food and beverages. Consumer durables is another major market category, accounting for about 15% of the total market.