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Market Research Reports, Inc. (www.marketresearchreports.com): German packaging Industry needs innovation due to rapidly aging population(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Market Research Reports, Inc. has announced the addition of "Latest Trends and Key Issues in the German Retail Packaging Market - The outlook for primary packaging containers, closures and outers to 2017" research report to their offering. The need for lightweight, protective packaging solutions in the food and personal care sectors will sustain the growth of plastics in Germany. By 2055, over half of the German population will be aged 65 or over. This aging population will result in demand for easy-to-use, easy-to-handle packaging, with clearer and bolder labeling. An older population will see an increase in the number of smaller households and manufacturers will need to focus on smaller packaging in order to reduce waste and conserve space. With this in mind, Nestl has introduced a space-saving cup-shaped flexible pouch for its instant soups, which offers convenience for on-the-go consumption, as well as a storage solution. Rigid plastics will continue to strengthen its stronghold over the German packaging industry over the next five years, as glass loses share Cost concerns will hinder the ability of packaging manufacturers to meet all of these requirements. For example the rising costs of raw materials meant sales of plastic film across both consumer and non-consumer markets as sales fell by 0.4% in 2012. Despite this, plastics are still the most popular packaging material in Germany, with rigid plastics holding the highest share of the sector in 2012, thanks to its malleability, versatility and lightweight nature, making it convenient, flexible, and easy to use. This can be seen in Sealpac GmbH's introduction of the Tenderpac, a flexible plastic system ideal for storing red meats in ambient conditions. In addition, the light weight lowers transportation and storage costs, benefitting both manufacturer and consumer. Overall growth will be moderately strong over the next five years The German Packaging industry will grow at an annual rate of 1.05% (by volume in million units) up to 2017. The need for lightweight, protective packaging in the food and personal care sectors will push rigid plastics to display the highest value growth of the sector over the next five years, at an annual rate of 1.88%. Generally heavier and more fragile glass will decline at an annual rate of -0.36%for the same period. Nordenia's microwavable flexible bags enable consumers to cook crispy food in the bag itself. The bag absorbs moisture and grease, it requires no preparation and saves time on washing and cleaning. Nestle has unveiled a cup packaging for instant soups. The product is a combination of a flexible pouch, which carries the product content, and a folding Paper & Board carton, which turns in to a cup when the pouch is squeezed. As Germans shift to a snacking-on-the-go lifestyle, this package offers help in more ways than one. Compared to traditional packaging format, this packaging format saves space in transportation as well as storage. Sealpac GmbH's new innovative TenderPac for red meat has a dual compartment packaging system optimum for maturing meat products. The first compartment holds the product, while the second compartment neatly collects drip loss during maturation process with the use of absorption pad. This ensures that meat can be stored dry, leading to an increase in shelf life. This information is based on findings from report: http://www.marketresearchreports.com/canadean/latest-trends-and-key-issues-german-retail-packaging-market-outlook-primary-packaging Browse other packaging industry reports at : http://www.marketresearchreports.com/packaging About Market Research Reports, Inc. Market Research Reports, Inc. (www.MarketResearchReports.com) is the world's leading source for market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest market research reports on global markets, key industries, leading companies, new products and latest industry analysis & trends. For regular industry updates subscribe to our newsletter at: http://www.marketresearchreports.com/subscribe-to-newsletter Contact Us: Mr. Amitava Sen General Manager - Sales & Marketing Market Research Reports, Inc. Tel USA: +1-302-703-7787 Tel India: +91-80-26860858 Follow us on LinkedIn : http://www.linkedin.com/company/market-research-reports-inc- Follow us on slideshare : http://www.slideshare.net/MarketResearchReports Follow us on Vimeo : http://vimeo.com/marketresearchreports Follow us on Google+ at: https://plus.google.com/+Marketresearchreports . (c) 2014 M2 COMMUNICATIONS |