Paper and Packaging in India
The Future of Paper and Packaging
Growth in packaging, pressure from digital media and sustainability concerns will shape where the industry goes.
Looking ahead, paper faces both opportunity and disruption.
Opportunity
Rising consumption, organised retail and plastic curbs favour paper packaging.
Threats
Digital reading, cheaper imports and rising input costs hurt some segments.
Innovation
New barrier coatings, moulded fibre products and lighter boards are emerging.
Investment
Mills are investing in bigger, more efficient machines and their own fibre sources.
Moulded fibre
Egg trays and protective packaging made from pulp are growing alternatives to foam.
Predicting one direction for all paper
Segments are moving differently.
Key takeaways
- Packaging is the main opportunity.
- Printing paper faces digital pressure.
- Innovation targets barrier coatings.
- Investment goes into scale and fibre security.
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