Top Plastic Packaging Companies

The global plastic packaging market is being influenced by several factors including increased consumer preference for convenience and sustainable packaging solutions from a range of industries including food and beverage; pharmaceuticals; e-commerce etc. Therefore, demanding more ready-to-eat/prepackaged foods and as a result have created a need for durable-lightweight-tamper-proof plastic packaging, this has driven growth in the use of plastics within the plastic packaging industry.

Industry Overview

According to SkyQuest Technology “Plastic Packaging Market By Product (Rigid, Flexible), By Material (Polyethylene (PE), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)), By Technology (Injection Molding, Extrusion), By Application (Food & Beverage, Industrial Packaging), By Region- Industry Forecast 2026-2033,” Global Plastic Packaging Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 3.9% by 2033, on account of urgent need for automating quantified data. Companies are developing new technologies to support the continuing growth of the use of plastic packaging through the development of eco-friendly/recyclable plastics and the development of biodegradable polymers. Additionally, the pharmaceutical & healthcare sector contributes to the demand for plastic packaging as they provide sterile-hygienic-cost-effective packaging for medicines, vaccines and medical devices.

Top 10 Global Plastic Packaging Companies

1. Amcor plc

Established as a leading manufacturer of rigid and flexible packaging solutions, Amcor serves various end-use industries, including Food and Beverage, Healthcare, Personal Care, and Home Care, among others.

2. Berry Global Group

Berry Global Group is a global leader in rigid plastic packaging, with an extensive product portfolio available throughout the industry. The company’s capabilities include a range of manufacturing methods such as injection molding, blow-molding and thermoforming, which have enabled them to produce products like rigid open-top containers, bottles, closures, cups, tubs and lids.

3. Silgan Holdings Inc.

Silgan Holdings Inc. is a diversified packaging manufacturer who operates through three divisions: Metal Containers, Closures and Custom Containers (Rigid Plastics). With respect to Custom Containers, the company works closely with customers to design tailored solutions that meet the unique requirements of their markets and primarily uses HDPE and PET products in their operations. As a result, Silgan has developed strong customer relationships based on their design expertise and ability to deliver high-quality custom packaging solutions at scale.

4. Huhtamäki Oyj

Huhtamäki Oyj is a global food packaging specialist with the primary focus on food packaging solutions for food on-the-go and food on-shelf. Huhtamäki is focused on providing flexible, fiber, and Plastic Packaging for food service, dairy and consumer goods sectors; however, the majority of Huhtamäki's rigid product line is made using thermoforming technology.

5. Sonoco Products Company

With more than 100 years of experience and a broad base for its diverse consumer and industrial product lines, Sonoco is one of the leading manufacturers of thermoformed plastic packaging (including trays and containers), high performance plastics and blow moulded containers (for industrial applications) in rigid plastics.

6. Plastipak Holdings, Inc.

Plastipak Holdings, Inc. is a global leader and vertically integrated business focusing on the design and manufacture of PET and HDPE bottles, preforms and custom rigid plastic containers. Plastipak's unique advantage comes from its substantial investment in recycling infrastructure through its Clean Tech Division, enabling it to recycle used bottles into food grade resin for new packaging.

7. ALPLA Group

ALPLA Group is an Austrian family-owned business and a large, international group, with operations in over 100 countries, specialising in plastic bottles, preforms and caps. ALPLA's core strategy is that it operates all its production sites and provides its customers with integrated solutions by minimising transportation and emissions associated with the handling and delivery of products.

8. AptarGroup, Inc.

AptarGroup's area of expertise is not the primary container body but rather the development of innovative dispensing systems and closures that are placed on top of rigid packaging. Aptar manufactures dispensing pumps, spray valves, dispensing closures and active packaging components for the beauty, pharmaceutical, food and beverage industries.

9. Greif, Inc.

Greif, Inc.  specializes in providing industrial packaging solutions and is mainly known for their Steel Dry Well and Fiber Dry Well Grains. However, the company has also developed a strong presence in the Rigid Plastic Industrial Packaging space by offering large-format Industrial and Bulk Containers such as Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), Plastic Drums and large High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Bottles & Jerrycans.

10. Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. designs and manufactures packaging products and foodservice-related products for customers based in North America. The company's Rigid Plastic products include thermoformed food merchandising containers (trays, clamshells), rigid display containers (clear) and cups made from PET and PP. Pactiv Evergreen leverages its expertise to provide Supermarkets, Food Processors and all players in the foodservice sector with high volume, stock and custom packaging options.

Other Leading Global Plastic Packaging Companies

• Graham Packaging Company
• Mondi Group
• Sealed Air Corporation
• Gerresheimer AG
• Klöckner Pentaplast (kp)
• Crown Holdings Inc.
• SABIC (Saudi Basic Industries Corporation)
• Winpak Ltd.
• Time Technoplast Ltd.
• DS Smith Plc
• Manjushree Technopack Ltd. (MTL)
• Bemis Manufacturing Company

Conclusion

The plastic packaging sector will grow steadily with increased customer demand for products, the introduction of new plastic materials, and the rise in usage of plastics for applications that span across multiple industries. The growing concern over the environment will drive the continued development of sustainable packaging; however, due to their flexibility, low cost and ability to provide protection to goods, plastic will continue to be the primary choice for packaging material worldwide. Sustainable product innovation, advanced design technologies, and customised cleaning solutions will provide manufacturers of these types of products with a greater level of competitive market advantage and allow for future growth in an expanding environment.