Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Material (Plastics, Paper, Metal, Bioplastics), By Product (Bags, Pouches, Rollstock, Films & Wraps), By Application, By Country, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2033
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Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Summary
The Middle East flexible packaging market size was estimated at USD 7.36 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 11.28 billion by 2033 and expand at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2025 to 2033. The market is driven by the rising demand for packaged food and beverages, supported by urbanization and changing consumer lifestyles.
In addition, growth in e-commerce, retail expansion, and increasing preference for sustainable, lightweight packaging solutions are fueling market adoption. The market is largely driven by the growth of the food and beverage (F&B) sector, which accounts for a significant share of packaging demand. With increasing urbanization, busy lifestyles, and a young population, there is growing consumption of ready-to-eat meals, snacks, and beverages that require convenient, lightweight, and cost-effective packaging solutions. For instance, the rising popularity of packaged dairy products in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, as well as the expansion of quick service restaurants (QSRs) across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), is creating robust demand for pouches, films, and wraps. Flexible packaging offers longer shelf life, protection from contamination, and reduced transportation costs, making it ideal for the rapidly expanding processed food segment.
Sustainability has become a major driving factor, as regional governments and multinational FMCG brands are focusing on reducing plastic waste. Countries such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia have introduced restrictions on single-use plastics, pushing the packaging industry to adopt recyclable and bio-based materials. Flexible packaging formats such as mono-material films and recyclable polyethylene pouches are gaining traction as they align with the circular economy goals. For example, Unilever and Nestlé have launched recyclable flexible packaging for their food products in the region, catering to eco-conscious consumers. This sustainability push not only encourages innovation but also provides long-term growth opportunities for packaging converters.
The rapid expansion of e-commerce and modern retail channels in the Middle East is fueling demand for durable and lightweight flexible packaging. Online shopping requires packaging that is cost-effective, tamper-evident, and capable of protecting products during transit. Flexible solutions such as mailer bags, stretch films, and resealable pouches are increasingly used by retailers and logistics providers. In addition, large-scale retail infrastructure developments, such as Carrefour and Lulu Group’s expansion in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, are boosting demand for packaged goods, thereby driving the need for efficient and attractive packaging solutions. Flexible packaging also offers better branding opportunities through high-quality printing, which appeals to regional consumers who prioritize aesthetics and product safety.
Cost competitiveness is another major driver of flexible packaging adoption in the Middle East. Compared to rigid packaging formats like glass and metal, flexible packaging uses fewer raw materials, reduces storage space, and lowers transportation costs. This makes it an attractive option for both local manufacturers and multinational players. In addition, technological advancements such as digital printing, barrier films, and smart packaging are enhancing product safety and shelf appeal. For instance, multilayer barrier films are widely used in packaging snacks, coffee, and pharmaceuticals in GCC countries, ensuring freshness in the region’s hot climate. The adoption of advanced printing technologies also allows companies to cater to short-run packaging demands and promotional campaigns, further stimulating market growth.
Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at a regional level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the Middle East flexible packaging market report based on material, product, application, and country:
The Middle East flexible packaging market size was estimated at USD 7.36 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 11.28 billion by 2033 and expand at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2025 to 2033. The market is driven by the rising demand for packaged food and beverages, supported by urbanization and changing consumer lifestyles.
In addition, growth in e-commerce, retail expansion, and increasing preference for sustainable, lightweight packaging solutions are fueling market adoption. The market is largely driven by the growth of the food and beverage (F&B) sector, which accounts for a significant share of packaging demand. With increasing urbanization, busy lifestyles, and a young population, there is growing consumption of ready-to-eat meals, snacks, and beverages that require convenient, lightweight, and cost-effective packaging solutions. For instance, the rising popularity of packaged dairy products in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, as well as the expansion of quick service restaurants (QSRs) across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), is creating robust demand for pouches, films, and wraps. Flexible packaging offers longer shelf life, protection from contamination, and reduced transportation costs, making it ideal for the rapidly expanding processed food segment.
Sustainability has become a major driving factor, as regional governments and multinational FMCG brands are focusing on reducing plastic waste. Countries such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia have introduced restrictions on single-use plastics, pushing the packaging industry to adopt recyclable and bio-based materials. Flexible packaging formats such as mono-material films and recyclable polyethylene pouches are gaining traction as they align with the circular economy goals. For example, Unilever and Nestlé have launched recyclable flexible packaging for their food products in the region, catering to eco-conscious consumers. This sustainability push not only encourages innovation but also provides long-term growth opportunities for packaging converters.
The rapid expansion of e-commerce and modern retail channels in the Middle East is fueling demand for durable and lightweight flexible packaging. Online shopping requires packaging that is cost-effective, tamper-evident, and capable of protecting products during transit. Flexible solutions such as mailer bags, stretch films, and resealable pouches are increasingly used by retailers and logistics providers. In addition, large-scale retail infrastructure developments, such as Carrefour and Lulu Group’s expansion in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, are boosting demand for packaged goods, thereby driving the need for efficient and attractive packaging solutions. Flexible packaging also offers better branding opportunities through high-quality printing, which appeals to regional consumers who prioritize aesthetics and product safety.
Cost competitiveness is another major driver of flexible packaging adoption in the Middle East. Compared to rigid packaging formats like glass and metal, flexible packaging uses fewer raw materials, reduces storage space, and lowers transportation costs. This makes it an attractive option for both local manufacturers and multinational players. In addition, technological advancements such as digital printing, barrier films, and smart packaging are enhancing product safety and shelf appeal. For instance, multilayer barrier films are widely used in packaging snacks, coffee, and pharmaceuticals in GCC countries, ensuring freshness in the region’s hot climate. The adoption of advanced printing technologies also allows companies to cater to short-run packaging demands and promotional campaigns, further stimulating market growth.
Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at a regional level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the Middle East flexible packaging market report based on material, product, application, and country:
- Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million 2021 - 2033)
- Plastics
- Polyethylene (PE)
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Polyamide (PA)
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Polystyrene (PS)
- Others
- Paper
- Metal
- Bioplastics
- Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million 2021 - 2033)
- Bags
- Pouches
- Retort Pouches
- Refill Pouches
- Rollstock
- Films & Wraps
- Others
- Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million 2021 - 2033)
- Food
- Beverages
- Pharmaceutical & Healthcare
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Others
- Country Outlook (Revenue, USD Million 2021 - 2033)
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Oman
- Kuwait
- Qatar
- Bahrain
- Israel
- Turkey
Table of Contents
100 Pages
- Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Research Methodology
- 1.1.1. Market Segmentation
- 1.1.2. Market Definition
- 1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
- 1.7. List of Abbreviations
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Snapshot, 2024 (USD Million)
- 2.2. Segmental Snapshot
- 2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
- Chapter 3. Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Raw Material Trends
- 3.3.2. Manufacturing/Technology Trends
- 3.3.3. Profit Margin Analysis
- 3.3.4. Sales Channel Analysis
- 3.4. Impact of Circular Economy on the Middle East Flexible Packaging Market
- 3.5. Regulatory Framework
- 3.6. Market Dynamics
- 3.6.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.6.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.6.3. Market Opportunity Analysis
- 3.6.4. Market Challenge Analysis
- 3.7. Business Environment Analysis
- 3.7.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.7.2. PESTEL Analysis
- Chapter 4. Middle East Flexible Packaging Market: Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Key Takeaways
- 4.2. Material Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 4.2.1. Plastics
- 4.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.2.2. Paper
- 4.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.2.3. Metal
- 4.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 4.2.4. Bioplastics
- 4.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 5. Middle East Flexible Packaging Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 5.2.1. Bags
- 5.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.2.2. Pouches
- 5.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.2.3. Rollstock
- 5.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.2.4. Films & Wraps
- 5.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 5.2.5. Others
- 5.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 6. Middle East Flexible Packaging Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 6.2.1. Food
- 6.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.2.2. Beverages
- 6.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.2.3. Pharmaceutical & Healthcare
- 6.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.2.4. Personal Care & Cosmetics
- 6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 6.2.5. Others
- 6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 7. Middle East Flexible Packaging Market: Country Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. Key Takeaways
- 7.2. Country Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
- 7.3. UAE
- 7.3.1. UAE Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.4. Saudi Arabia
- 7.4.1. Saudi Arabia Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.5. Oman
- 7.5.1. Oman Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.6. Kuwait
- 7.6.1. Kuwait Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.7. Qatar
- 7.7.1. Qatar Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.8. Bahrain
- 7.8.1. Bahrain Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.9. Israel
- 7.9.1. Israel Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- 7.10. Turkey
- 7.10.1. Turkey Flexible Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
- Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
- 8.1. Key Players & Recent Developments & Their Impact on the Industry
- 8.2. Company Categorization
- 8.3. Company Market Position Analysis
- 8.4. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 8.5. Strategy Mapping
- 8.5.1. Expansions
- 8.5.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
- 8.5.3. Collaborations
- 8.5.4. New Product Launches
- 8.5.5. Others
- Chapter 9. Company Listing (Overview, Financial Performance, Product Overview)
- 9.1. Huhtamaki
- 9.1.1. Company Overview
- 9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.2. Mondi
- 9.3. Napco National
- 9.4. ENPI Group
- 9.5. Flex Films UAE
- 9.6. Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC
- 9.7. Silver Corner Packaging
- 9.8. Bony Packaging
- 9.9. ZamZam Packaging Mat. Ind. LLC
- 9.10. Universal Carton Industries LLC
- 9.11. RAK PACKAGING COMPANY LTD
- 9.12. Takamul Industrial Company
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