Research and Markets
TPCE demand benefits as metal substitutes grow
The thermoplastic copolyester elastomers market witnessed moderate growth in 2018, with demand surpassing 170,000 tonnes, according to a study by Ireland-based market intelligence company Fact.MR. Read more
APAC to remain largest market for playground surface materials
The long-term outlook on the global playground surface materials market is anticipated to remain positive with the market value expected to increase at a CAGR of 6.2% over the forecast period. Read more
Thermoplastic films market growth driven by increasing aesthetics demand
Thermoplastic films are thin laminate films produced from thermoplastic materials such as PVC, PET and PP through processes such as calendaring and extrusion. Read more
FMI: pallet wrap sales grow amid logistics industry reforms
According to a report by Future Market Insights, pallet wraps sales exceeded 3,100 tonnes in 2018, and are likely to grow by 3.2% in 2019. Read more
Sachet market driven by preference for ‘affordable single-serve’ in developing regions
A new study outlining the growth prospects of the sachet packaging market for the forecast period 2019-2027 suggests worldwide sales of sachet packaging reached 855 billion units in 2018, equalling revenues worth $7.7bn (~€6.8bn). Read more
Carbon black market to rise more than 4.6%
Europe’s carbon black market is expected to expand at a CAGR of more than 4.6% during the forecast period of 2019 – 2024, according to Research and Markets. Read more