Latest Regulatory Trends Impacting the Bacteriological Testing Market

 The report “Bacteriological Testing Market by Bacteria (Coliform, Salmonella, Campylobacter, Legionella, Listeria), Technology (Traditional, Rapid), End-use Industry (Food & Beverage, Water, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics), Component, and Region – Global Forecast 2022″, The bacteriological testing market, by services, is estimated to be valued at USD 9.58 Billion in 2017, and is projected to reach USD 13.98 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.8%. The market is driven by a globally observed increase in outbreaks of foodborne illnesses, implementation of stringent food safety regulations in developed economies, and rise in incidences of microbial contamination in water reservoirs, due to increased urban & industrial waste. Lack of food control systems, technologies, infrastructure, and resources in developing countries and reluctance of municipal bodies to adopt new technologies are the main factors restraining the growth of this market.

The objectives of the report:

• To define, segment, and project the global market size for bacteriological testing
• To define, segment, and forecast the size of the bacteriological testing market with respect to bacteria, end-use industry, technology, component, and region
• To analyze the market structure by identifying various subsegments of the global bacteriological testing market
• To provide detailed information about the crucial factors that are influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
• To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of a competitive landscape for market leaders
• To forecast the size of the global bacteriological testing market and its various submarkets with respect to four main regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World (RoW), along with their respective key countries
• To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
• To analyze the competitive developments such as mergers & acquisitions, expansions & investments, and new service & product launches in the bacteriological testing market

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The bacteriological testing services market, based on bacteria, has been segmented into Coliforms, Salmonella, Campylobacter, Legionella, Listeria, and others. The market for testing for Salmonella dominated in 2016, and is also projected to be fastest-growing segment during the forecast period. The severity of infection by this pathogen is generating demand for Salmonella testing in food and water samples, which in turn is driving the market for bacteriological testing.

The bacteriological testing services market, by technology, has been segmented into traditional and rapid. The rapid technology segment dominated the market in 2016, and is projected to grow at a higher CAGR by 2022. This is due to low turnaround time, higher accuracy, sensitivity, and ability to test a wide range of bacteria in comparison to traditional technological methods.

The bacteriological testing market, by end-use industry, has been segmented into food & beverage, water, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics. Testing for bacterial contamination in food & beverages is conducted for monitoring and assessment of food quality, and validation of food safety, in order to eliminate the risk of bacterial contamination. Bacteriological testing is performed across the food & beverage industry due to the rising incidence of food spoilage, foodborne illnesses, or food-related intoxication for the detection of various bacterial contaminations. The pharmaceutical segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the overall bacteriological testing market during the study period. This is attributed to key factors such as the presence of well-established & globally accepted regulations that govern the evaluation of bacterial contamination during pharmaceutical manufacturing and raw material sourcing (coupled with the increasing volume of pharmaceutical drugs sold every year), increase in safety concerns related to pharmaceutical manufacturing in emerging countries, rise in market demand for safer drugs for disease treatment, and expansion of the drug development pipeline of key pharmaceutical manufacturers.

The bacteriological testing equipment market, by component, has been segmented into instruments, test kits, and consumables & reagents. This market was dominated by the instruments segment in 2016. The dominance of instruments is attributable to the introduction of sophisticated & improved technologies, increased effectiveness of instruments, and high price of such instruments compared to other components. The market for consumables & reagents is projected to be the fastest-growing during the forecast period. Consumables & reagents are vital components to be used to follow the set compliances of equipment. Therefore, increasing technical and regulatory complexity and their wide use in different instruments is driving this market.

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The market in the Asia Pacific region is driven by the growing consumer awareness and increasing health consciousness, coupled with growing investments by testing companies in the region. Also, countries such as China, Australia, and those in Southeast Asia are becoming more aware of food safety and are implementing regulations for their testing, consequently driving the market in the region.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the services & product portfolios of leading companies. It includes the profiles of leading service companies such as SGS (Switzerland), Bureau Veritas (France), Intertek (UK), Eurofins (Luxembourg), TÜV SÜD (Germany), and ALS Limited (Australia). It also includes profiles of leading equipment providing companies such as 3M (US), Thermo Fisher (US), Merck (Germany), Agilent Technologies (US), Bio-Rad (US), and Romer Labs (Austria).

Factors Driving the Trace Minerals (Chelated) in Feed Market

The chelated feed trace minerals market is estimated at USD 431.2 Million in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 570.8 Million by 2022, at a CAGR of 5.8 % from 2017. In terms of volume, the market is projected to reach 128.0 KT by 2022. Chelated trace minerals play an important role in the growth and performance of the animals. Chelated trace minerals are required in small quantities but have a significant impact on the performance of the livestock. This increasing awareness about the benefits of chelated trace minerals among growers increases their usage in animal nutrition, particularly in the developed countries. The shift in dietary preferences towards a protein-rich diet, owing to health awareness and a rise in income levels among the population, drive the consumption of meat and other animal-based products. This has resulted in an increased demand for animal-based products, subsequently driving the production of livestock, which in turn, is fed using novel methods and products, ensuring an optimum nutrition level and feed conversion ratio. These factors are expected to boost the demand for chelated feed trace minerals.Increasing awareness about the precision nutrition techniques and the growth of the organized livestock sector in developing countries are other factors driving the growth of this market.

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• To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
• To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
• To analyze the competitive environment of the chelated feed trace minerals market
• To provide the analysis of the research & development spending and funding activities in the chelated feed trace minerals market
• To project the size of the market, in terms of value (USD million) in the key regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Rest of the World (RoW)
• To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
• To analyze the competitive developments mergers, acquisitions, agreements/joint ventures, expansions, and new product launches in the chelated feed trace minerals market

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The zinc segment is projected to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period.

In 2016, on the basis of type, the zinc segment accounted for the largest share of the chelated feed trace minerals market in terms of value and volume. Zinc is widely used because of its high applicability for different feed products. Zinc, when added to feed, increases growth in early nursery phase, improves the poor health status of the animals, and it also helps alleviate stress challenges which help in the overall growth of animals.

Poultry: The fastest growing livestock in the trace minerals (chelated) in feed market

In 2016, the poultry segment accounted for the largest share of the chelated feed trace minerals market in terms of value and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2017 to 2022. Chelated trace minerals provide optimum mineral nutrition to poultry birds while including fewer minerals in the formulation. These minerals help reduce the overall cost of feed as they offer maximum benefits to the birds, in lower amounts compared to the other mineral sources.

North America is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market for trace minerals (chelated) in feed

North America is one of the largest producers of livestock and animal-based products in the world, with the US being a major producer. Growing productions, as well as consumption of livestock and livestock-based products in this region, have enabled livestock producers to utilize feed with chelated trace minerals, as they are highly effective in promoting the healthier growth of animals and in improving the fertility rate. The US was the largest market for chelated feed trace minerals in North America in 2016. Furthermore, the presence of leading chelated trace minerals companies such as Cargill, ADM, DSM, BASF, and Nutreco in North America, and their continuous efforts for promoting their business in the chelated trace minerals segment through various strategies such as acquisitions and expansions are expected to drive the market for chelated feed trace minerals in this region.

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This report studies marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies such as Cargill (US), ADM (US), BASF (Germany), DSM (Netherlands), Nutreco (Netherlands), DLG Group (Denmark), InVivo (France), Bluestar Adisseo (China), Alltech (US), Phibro (US), Kemin (US), Zinpro (US), and Novus (US).

Target Audience:

• Associations and industry bodies
• Commercial research & development (R&D) institutions
• Chelated feed trace minerals manufacturers and suppliers
• Raw material suppliers and distributors
• Traders, distributors, and retailers
• Agricultural institutes, associations, and government agencies
• Commercial growers
• Animal nutrition industry players
• Researchers
• Industry experts

Agricultural Sprayers Market: Growth Opportunities and Recent Developments

The agricultural sprayers market is estimated to reach USD 1.86 Billion by 2017, and it is projected to reach USD 2.63 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.12% from 2017. In terms of volume, the market is projected to reach 306.9 thousand units by 2022. The agricultural sprayers market is driven by extensive changes in farming and spraying technologies. Moreover, increasing focus on farm efficiency and productivity, rising production of cereals & grains in Asian countries, and government support towards modern agricultural techniques are some of the major drivers driving the growth of the agricultural sprayers market. The major restraining factor for this market is the high initial investment. The types such as self-propelled and aerial sprayers need high initial investments, efficient farming tools, and skilled & knowledgeable farmers or growers.

Objectives of the Report:

• To provide detailed information about the major factors influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and industry-specific challenges)
• To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
• To analyze the competitive environment of the agricultural sprayers market
• To provide the analysis of the research & development spending and funding activities in the agricultural sprayers market
• To project the size of the market, in terms of value (USD million) in the key regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Rest of the World (RoW)
• To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies

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Significant growth expected in the fuel-based sprayers segment

In 2016, the fuel-based segment accounted for the largest share, by power source, in the agricultural sprayers market in terms of value and volume. Owing to technological advancements, the popularity of fuel-based sprayers on large and medium farms and growing demand for large capacity from farmers with large farms are driving the growth for fuel-based sprayers, globally.

Turf, ornamentals, and others: The fastest growing crop type in the agricultural sprayers market

The others segment includes turf & ornamentals, floriculture crops, permanent crops, pastures, grasslands, and other cultivations. This segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2017 to 2022, growing population at a faster pace act as a major driving factor for agricultural sprayers as it drives the demand for food which aggressively is demanding for high-efficiency equipment. This is expected to help grow the agricultural sprayers market in the next five years. Growing application of plant regulators and herbicides in turf and ornamentals is a major reason for the growth of agricultural sprayers in the others segment.

High HP self-propelled sprayer is projected to be the fastest growing segment in the agricultural sprayers market in 2022

The demand for high HP self-propelled sprayers is increasing around the globe, especially in developing countries such as China, India, and Brazil. In this report, the self-propelled segment is further subsegmented on the basis of horsepower (HP) such as low HP, medium HP, and high HP. High HP is projected to be the fastest growing segment for agricultural sprayers in the self-propelled sprayers segment in 2022.

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Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market for agricultural sprayers

The Asia Pacific region is projected to be the fastest-growing market for agricultural sprayers, owing to increase in agricultural practices and use of advanced technological farm equipment and the rapidly growing consumer markets of China, India, Australia, and Japan.

In this region, countries such as India, China, and Japan have embraced various agricultural techniques and hold a major share of the agriculture sprayers market. India is one of the fastest growing markets for agricultural sprayers in the Asia Pacific region. The adoption rate of agricultural equipment in India is developing considerably. The population is also increasing rapidly, which creates a need for food in the Indian markets, which drives the market for agricultural sprayers.

This report studies marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies such as John Deere (US), CNH Industrial (UK), and Kubota (Japan). Other companies include Mahindra & Mahindra (India), STIHL (Germany), AGCO Corporation (US), Yamaha (Japan), and EXEL Industries (France).

Rapid Test Market Projected to Garner Significant Revenues by 2022

The report “Rapid Test Market (Services) by Technology (PCR, Immunoassay, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS), Contaminant (Pathogens, Meat speciation, GMO, Allergens, Pesticides, Mycotoxin, Heavy Metals), Food Tested (Processed, Crops), and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The rapid test market, in terms of value, was valued at USD 10.14 Billion in 2016. It is projected to reach USD 15.71 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 7.7% from 2017. The market is driven by factors such as an increase in the requirement for a rapid test results to enhance productivity, increase in product recalls due to stringent regulations, growing incidences of foodborne illness, and globalization of food trade. Growing consumer awareness for food safety and increasing involvement of government & non-government bodies to deliver safe food products to consumers provides new growth opportunities for market players.

The objectives of the study are:

• To define, segment, and forecast the size of the rapid test market with respect to contaminant, technology, food tested, and region
• To analyze the market structure by identifying various subsegments of the rapid test market
• To forecast the size of the market and its various submarkets with respect to four main regions, namely, North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Rest of the World (RoW)
• To provide detailed information about crucial factors that are influencing the growth of the market (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges)
• To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide details of the competitive landscape for market leaders
• To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their market share and core competencies
• To analyze competitive developments such as expansions & investments, acquisitions, new product/service & technology launches, agreements, collaborations, and partnerships in the rapid test market

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PCR-based segment projected to grow at the highest CAGR, by technology, from 2017 to 2022

PCR is the dominant rapid test technology applied in food testing; the market for the same is projected to grow at a significant rate in the next five years. The market for PCR-based technology in rapid test is growing due to the automated, faster, and accurate results with low level of detection.

Meat & seafood products segment projected to grow at the highest CAGR, by food tested, from 2017 to 2022

Meat & seafood products are tested by means of rapid test technologies for various contaminants. Meat speciation testing, in its different forms, is a routine practice conducted to safeguard consumer interest and health, especially against malpractices such as adulterations. This segment is expected to grow at a high rate primarily due to increasing stringency of regulations for meat products along with increasing cases of contaminated meat.

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Significant growth for rapid test is observed in the Asia-Pacific region

The requirement for rapid test has grown in the region in recent years, owing to an increase in consumer awareness in the Asia-Pacific region regarding the safety of food products. The growth in this market is fueled by the economic development in countries such as China and India. Food safety procedure compliance in Europe (a major importer) is severe, and in order to hold the food trade, Chinese food producers have to comply with the food standards and regulations. China is a potential market for rapid test due to various factors such as unhygienic food practices, human negligence, regulatory violations, and fraudulent practices growing incidences of foodborne illness due to contaminated food.

This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of leading companies. More than 240 developments were tracked for the 25 companies in the market. It includes the profiles of leading companies such as SGS (Switzerland), Bureau Veritas (France), Intertek (UK), Eurofins (Luxembourg), and TUV SUD (Germany).

Food Extrusion Market to Record Steady Growth by 2022

The report “Food Extrusion Market by Extruder (Single Screw, Twin Screw, and Contra Twin Screw), Process (Cold and Hot), Food Product (Savory Snacks, Breakfast Cereals, Bread, Flours & Starches, and Textured Protein), and Region – Global Forecast to 2022″, The food extrusion market, by food product and equipment, is projected to reach a value of USD 68.38 Billion and USD 7.11 Billion by 2022, at CAGRs of 4.26% and 2.41% from 2017 to 2022, respectively. The market is driven by factors such as the growth of the processed food industry, which in turn drives the extruded products industry. The innovations in the food extrusion industry, for example, by designing extrusion equipment that offers increased productivity and reducing the production cost, also drive the food extrusion market.

On the basis of extruder, the global market was led by twin screw extruder, followed by single screw extruder, in 2016. Ease of functionality, low cost of production, better control of process parameters, high level of process flexibility, and remarkable mixing capability are the key features of twin screw extruders.

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The food extrusion market, on the basis of process, is segmented into hot and cold extrusion. The hot extrusion segment accounted for a larger market share in 2016. Rapid high energy transfer into the mass with high-temperature short-time advantages is the key factor for the increasing preference for hot extrusion operations.

On the basis of food product, the savory snacks segment accounted for the largest market share in 2016, followed by breakfast cereals. Extrusion technology gave a phenomenal boost to the snack food industry by increasing the possibility of new shapes and sizes and textures using various raw materials.

The European region was the largest market for the food extrusion equipment market in 2016. This can be attributed to the increase in demand for various extruded food products in the European region. The robust growth of the food industry of Europe is supported by the increased demand for ready-to-eat snacks and other extruded food products. Moreover, many key players have their production plants of extrusion machinery established in this region.

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This report includes a study of marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It includes profiles of leading companies such as Baker Perkins (UK), Coperion (Germany), Bühler (Switzerland), AKRON TOOL & DIE (US), Groupe Legris Industries (Belgium), Pavan SpA (Italy), Flexicon (US), Triott Group (Netherlands), The Bonnot Company (US), and AMERICAN EXTRUSION INTERNATIONAL (US).

This report is targeted at the existing players in the industry, which include the following:

• Regulatory and research organizations
• Raw material producers, suppliers, and distributors
• Food extruder equipment manufacturer, traders, distributors, and dealers
• Extruded food manufacturers, traders, distributors, and dealers

Food Encapsulation Market to Record Steady Growth by 2025

The global food encapsulation market is estimated to account for USD 9.9 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 14.1 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period. The market is primarily driven by the increasing use of encapsulated flavors in the food and beverage industry and the rising adoption of microencapsulation for functional ingredients.

The polysaccharides segment accounted for the largest share in the North American food encapsulation market in 2019.

The polysaccharides segment accounted for the largest market for shell material in 2018 and is projected to follow the same trend through 2025. Owing to their enormous molecular structure and ability to entrap bioactives, polysaccharides are considered the most-suitable building blocks for delivery systems. On the other hand, the market for the emulsifiers is projected to be the fastest-growing, owing to its ability to provide improved solubility and bioavailability.

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The demand for encapsulated vitamins and minerals to remain high during the forecast period.

Vitamins are functional ingredients that are used in food, owing to their specific nutritional properties for varied human body parts. Thus, targeted and controlled release of vitamins often becomes important when added as a food ingredient. Thus, encapsulation is majorly adopted for vitamins for its targeted effect. Also, flavor manufacturers have been adopting this technology at a rapid speed, and hence, the vitamins segment was closely followed by flavors in terms of dominance in the global market.

The physical method of encapsulation is estimated to dominate the market globally for the food industry in 2020.

Food encapsulation demand is targeted by a few ingredient manufacturing companies. With the use of advanced technology, the price of the ingredient rises, and hence, manufacturers prefer low cost-efficient encapsulation methods. Thus, the physical methods are the most in-demand for the encapsulation of food ingredients.

The food encapsulation market in the Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2019 to 2026.

Factors driving the growth of the Asia Pacific market include the increasing adoption of encapsulated flavors and colors in the beverage and premium food industry. With the rising awareness about the benefits of functional food and dietary supplements among consumers and rising disposable income, consumers have been willing to pay a premium price for value-added products. Thus, manufacturers have been grabbing this opportunity in countries such as China and India to expand their business in the encapsulation market. Also, small enterprises have been delivering generic encapsulated products in the market at competitive prices, which has been further boosting awareness.

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Many domestic and global players provide food encapsulation of various ingredients across the world. Few players offer encapsulated ingredients, while few companies offer encapsulation as an extended service for their clients. Major players have their presence in the North American and European countries. Key players operating in this market include FrieslandCampina (Netherlands), DSM (Netherlands), Ingredion Incorporated (US), Kerry Group (Ireland), Cargill (US), Lycored Group (Israel), Balchem Corporation (US), Firmenich Incorporated (Switzerland), BASF SE (Germany), International Flavors and Fragrances Inc. (US), DuPont (US), Symrise AG (Germany), Sensient Technologies Corporation (US), Aveka Group (US), Advanced Bionutrition Corp (US), Encapsys (US), Tastetech Encapsulation Solutions (UK), Sphera Encapsulation (Italy), Clextral (France), and Vitasquare (Netherlands).

Recent Developments:

• In July 2019, DSM (Netherlands) entered into a joint venture with Evonik (Germany) to produce encapsulated omega-3 fatty acids, reducing the pressure on fish stocks, and supporting the aquaculture industry.
• In May 2017, Lycored (Israel) entered into a joint venture with a biotechnology company, Algatechnologies (Israel), to distribute Algatech's AstaPure in the form of beadlets, which will help in increasing the brand's commercial reach for this product range in the North American market.
• In January 2017, DSM (Netherlands) launched a new product, MEG-3, with new encapsulation technology.

Upcoming Growth Trends in the Food & Beverage Metal Cans Market

 The report "Food & Beverage Metal Cans Market by Material (Aluminum and Steel), Type (2-Piece and 3-Piece), Degree of Internal Pressure (Pressurized Cans and Vacuum Cans), Application (Food and Beverages), and Region - Global Forecast to 2025",  According to MarketsandMarkets, the food & beverage metal cans market is estimated to be valued at USD 27.6 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 37.0 billion by 2025, recording a CAGR of 6.1%. The rapid growth in awareness toward environmental sustainability and recyclable properties of metal cans are the driving factors for the food & beverage metal cans market. 

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By material, the aluminum segment is projected to account for the larger share in the food & beverage metal cans market

The aluminum segment is projected to dominate the market, on the basis of material, during the forecast period. This is attributed to the cost-effectiveness and recycling rates of aluminum. Increasing the use of metal packaging for food & beverages packaging provides a sustainable and environment-friendly solution for packaging in multiple applications. Aluminum cans are convenient to keep in refrigerators and ovens. Changes in consumer preferences are observed for food & beverage packaging. According to the Environmental Protection Agency of the United States (EPA), 1.9 million tons of aluminum packaging was generated for beers and soft drink cans, and 49.2% of aluminum beverage cans were recycled. The metal packaging for the food industry is considered to be safe, which is one of the major factors to support its growth in the market.

By application, the beverages segment accounted for the larger size in the food & beverage metal cans market during the forecast period

Based on the application, the food & beverage metal cans market is segmented into food and beverages. The beverage cans are estimated to account for the larger share, because of the high consumption of carbonated, non-carbonated, and sports & energy drinks. The rise in the consumption of alcoholic beverages leads to the growth of beverage cans market. Moreover, changes in consumer trends toward healthy drinks are driving the market for metal cans during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific region is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period

The Asia Pacific food & beverage metal cans market is projected to have higher growth potential in the coming years. A large consumer market and increasing disposable income in India and China are driving the growth of the demand for high-quality metal packaging. Also, China is the hub for the manufacture of metal cans and has sufficient manufacturing plants to meet the demand for food & beverage metal packaging. Moreover, rapid urbanization in countries such as India and China are expected to result in high growth of the food & beverage metal cans market in Southeast Asia during the forecast period.

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This report includes a study on the marketing and development strategies, along with the product portfolios of the leading companies. It consists of the profiles of leading companies such as Crown Holdings, Inc (US), Ball Corporation (US), Silgan Holdings Inc. (US), Ardagh Group (Luxembourg), CAN-PACK S.A. (Poland), Kian Joo Group (Malaysia), CPMC Holdings Limited (China), Huber Packaging Group GmbH (Germany), CCL Industries (US), Toyo Seikan Group Holdings Ltd (Japan), Universal Can Corporation (Japan), Independent Can Company (US), Mauser Packaging Solution LLC (Germany), Visy (Australia), Lageen Food Packaging (Israel), Massilly Holding S.A.S (France), P. Wilkinson Containers Ltd. (UK), Unimpack (Netherlands), Müller und Bauer GmbH (Germany), and Allied Cans (Canada).

Recent Developments:

• In April 2019, Crown Holdings, Inc. announced the launch of round and square shorter cans in the luxury packaging market. This will help the company to broaden its product portfolio.
• In August 2019, Ball Corporation signed an agreement to sell its tinplate steel aerosol packaging facilities to Envases del Plata (Argentina), an Argentinian metal packaging company. This agreement will help the company to expand its reach in the South American region.
• In October 2019, Ball Corporation announced the construction of its new aluminum cups manufacturing plant in Rome, Georgia to cater to the growing demand for beverage packaging in the US. This new plant will help the company expand its presence in the US region.
• In July 2019, Ardagh Group launched a slimline 187 ml can particularly designed for protecting wine and wine-based drinks. This launch would help the company to expand its product portfolio.