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Global Glass Recycling Market Research Report - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2033)

Published Nov 19, 2025
Length 232 Pages
SKU # LOOK20641843

Description

Definition and Scope:

Glass recycling refers to the process of collecting, sorting, cleaning, and reprocessing used glass waste into reusable raw materials for the production of new glass products. This process helps conserve natural resources such as sand, soda ash, and limestone, and significantly reduces energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions when compared to manufacturing glass from virgin materials. Recycled glass, commonly referred to as cullet, can be melted at lower temperatures, thus lowering energy costs and carbon footprint in the production cycle. It can be continuously recycled without any loss in purity or quality, which makes it a highly sustainable and circular material. Glass recycling typically involves the treatment of container glass (like bottles and jars), but in some cases, it also includes flat glass from construction and automotive sectors. The effectiveness of glass recycling relies heavily on efficient collection systems, contamination control, public participation, and a well-integrated supply chain between waste management firms and glass manufacturers.

The global glass recycling market was estimated to be worth approximately USD 3.68 billion in 2023, supported by growing environmental regulations, rising glass packaging demand, and increasing circular economy initiatives worldwide. From 2024 to 2033, the market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 6.90%. Several driving forces are shaping this market expansion. Governments across Europe and North America are tightening recycling mandates and landfill restrictions, encouraging higher glass recovery rates. At the same time, manufacturers are increasingly opting for recycled glass due to rising raw material and energy costs. In addition, growing consumer awareness about sustainability and responsible packaging choices is boosting demand for products made with high cullet content. Furthermore, technological advancements in automated glass sorting and color separation are improving recycling efficiency and product quality, thereby increasing the economic feasibility of glass recycling operations.

This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global Glass Recycling market, examining all key dimensions. It provides both a macro-level overview and micro-level market details, including market size, trends, competitive landscape, niche segments, growth drivers, and key challenges.

Report Framework and Key Highlights:

Market Dynamics: Identification of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.

Trend Analysis: Examination of ongoing and emerging trends impacting the market.

Competitive Landscape: Detailed profiles and market positioning of major players, including market share, operational status, product offerings, and strategic developments.

Strategic Analysis Tools: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, PEST Analysis, Value Chain Analysis

Market Segmentation: By type, application, region, and end-user industry.

Forecasting and Growth Projections: In-depth revenue forecasts and CAGR analysis through 2033.

This report equips readers with critical insights to navigate competitive dynamics and develop effective strategies. Whether assessing a new market entry or refining existing strategies, the report serves as a valuable tool for:

Industry players

Investors

Researchers

Consultants

Business strategists

And all stakeholders with an interest or investment in the Glass Recycling market.

Global Glass Recycling Market: Segmentation Analysis and Strategic Insights

This section of the report provides an in-depth segmentation analysis of the global Glass Recycling market. The market is segmented based on region (country), manufacturer, product type, and application. Segmentation enables a more precise understanding of market dynamics and facilitates targeted strategies across product development, marketing, and sales.

By breaking the market into meaningful subsets, stakeholders can better tailor their offerings to the specific needs of each segment—enhancing competitiveness and improving return on investment.

Global Glass Recycling Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.

Key Companies Profiled

Sibelco

PICVISA

Pro Waste Services, Inc

Recorra

Momentum Recycling, LLC

Heritage Glass

Shanghai Yanlongji

Spring Pool Glass Industrial Co., Ltd

Pace Glass

Vitro Minerals

Marco Abrasives

Rumpke

Binder+Co

Owens Corning

Vetropack Holding

Dlubak Glass

Republic Services, Inc.

WasteManaged Limited

Greenzone UK

Biffa

First Mile

REMONDIS SE & Co. KG

Trim Co., Ltd.

Strategic Materials

Ardagh

The Glass Recycling Company

Sesotec

Market Segmentation by Type

Container Glass

Construction Glass

Other

Market Segmentation by Application

Alcohol

Food and Beverages

Construction

Others

Geographic Segmentation

North America: United States, Canada, Mexico

Europe: Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia.

Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand

South America: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia.

Middle East and Africa (MEA): Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA

Report Framework and Chapter Summary

Chapter 1: Report Scope and Market Definition

This chapter outlines the statistical boundaries and scope of the report. It defines the segmentation standards used throughout the study, including criteria for dividing the market by region, product type, application, and other relevant dimensions. It establishes the foundational definitions and classifications that guide the rest of the analysis.

Chapter 2: Executive Summary

This chapter presents a concise summary of the market’s current status and future outlook across different segments—by geography, product type, and application. It includes key metrics such as market size, growth trends, and development potential for each segment. The chapter offers a high-level overview of the Glass Recycling Market, highlighting its evolution over the short, medium, and long term.

Chapter 3: Market Dynamics and Policy Environment

This chapter explores the latest developments in the market, identifying key growth drivers, restraints, challenges, and risks faced by industry participants. It also includes an analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape affecting the market, providing insight into how external factors may shape future performance.

Chapter 4: Competitive Landscape

This chapter provides a detailed assessment of the market's competitive environment. It covers market share, production capacity, output, pricing trends, and strategic developments such as mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans of leading players. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the positioning and performance of top competitors.

Chapters 5–10: Regional Market Analysis

These chapters offer in-depth, quantitative evaluations of market size and growth potential across major regions and countries. Each chapter assesses regional consumption patterns, market dynamics, development prospects, and available capacity. The analysis helps readers understand geographical differences and opportunities in global markets.

Chapter 11: Market Segmentation by Product Type

This chapter examines the market based on product type, analyzing the size, growth trends, and potential of each segment. It helps stakeholders identify underexplored or high-potential product categories—often referred to as “blue ocean” opportunities.

Chapter 12: Market Segmentation by Application

This chapter analyzes the market based on application fields, providing insights into the scale and future development of each application segment. It supports readers in identifying high-growth areas across downstream markets.

Chapter 13: Company Profiles

This chapter presents comprehensive profiles of leading companies operating in the market. For each company, it details sales revenue, volume, pricing, gross profit margin, market share, product offerings, and recent strategic developments. This section offers valuable insight into corporate performance and strategy.

Chapter 14: Industry Chain and Value Chain Analysis

This chapter explores the full industry chain, from upstream raw material suppliers to downstream application sectors. It includes a value chain analysis that highlights the interconnections and dependencies across various parts of the ecosystem.

Chapter 15: Key Findings and Conclusions

The final chapter summarizes the main takeaways from the report, presenting the core conclusions, strategic recommendations, and implications for stakeholders. It encapsulates the insights drawn from all previous chapters.

Table of Contents

232 Pages
1 Introduction to Research & Analysis Reports
1.1 Glass Recycling Market Definition
1.2 Glass Recycling Market Segments
1.2.1 Segment by Type
1.2.2 Segment by Application
2 Executive Summary
2.1 Global Glass Recycling Market Size
2.2 Market Segmentation – by Type
2.3 Market Segmentation – by Application
2.4 Market Segmentation – by Geography
3 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
3.1 Key Takeway
3.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
3.3 Market Drivers
3.4 Market Restraints
3.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
4 Global Glass Recycling Market Competitive Landscape
4.1 Global Glass Recycling Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.2 Global Glass Recycling Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
4.3 Glass Recycling Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
4.4 New Entrant and Capacity Expansion Plans
4.5 Mergers & Acquisitions
5 Global Glass Recycling Market by Region
5.1 Global Glass Recycling Market Size by Region
5.1.1 Global Glass Recycling Market Size by Region
5.1.2 Global Glass Recycling Market Size Market Share by Region
5.2 Global Glass Recycling Sales by Region
5.2.1 Global Glass Recycling Sales by Region
5.2.2 Global Glass Recycling Sales Market Share by Region
6 North America Market Overview
6.1 North America Glass Recycling Market Size by Country
6.1.1 USA Market Overview
6.1.2 Canada Market Overview
6.1.3 Mexico Market Overview
6.2 North America Glass Recycling Market Size by Type
6.3 North America Glass Recycling Market Size by Application
6.4 Top Players in North America Glass Recycling Market
7 Europe Market Overview
7.1 Europe Glass Recycling Market Size by Country
7.1.1 Germany Market Overview
7.1.2 France Market Overview
7.1.3 U.K. Market Overview
7.1.4 Italy Market Overview
7.1.5 Spain Market Overview
7.1.6 Sweden Market Overview
7.1.7 Denmark Market Overview
7.1.8 Netherlands Market Overview
7.1.9 Switzerland Market Overview
7.1.10 Belgium Market Overview
7.1.11 Russia Market Overview
7.2 Europe Glass Recycling Market Size by Type
7.3 Europe Glass Recycling Market Size by Application
7.4 Top Players in Europe Glass Recycling Market
8 Asia-Pacific Market Overview
8.1 Asia-Pacific Glass Recycling Market Size by Country
8.1.1 China Market Overview
8.1.2 Japan Market Overview
8.1.3 South Korea Market Overview
8.1.4 India Market Overview
8.1.5 Australia Market Overview
8.1.6 Indonesia Market Overview
8.1.7 Malaysia Market Overview
8.1.8 Philippines Market Overview
8.1.9 Singapore Market Overview
8.1.10 Thailand Market Overview
8.1.11 Rest of APAC Market Overview
8.2 Asia-Pacific Glass Recycling Market Size by Type
8.3 Asia-Pacific Glass Recycling Market Size by Application
8.4 Top Players in Asia-Pacific Glass Recycling Market
9 South America Market Overview
9.1 South America Glass Recycling Market Size by Country
9.1.1 Brazil Market Overview
9.1.2 Argentina Market Overview
9.1.3 Columbia Market Overview
9.2 South America Glass Recycling Market Size by Type
9.3 South America Glass Recycling Market Size by Application
9.4 Top Players in South America Glass Recycling Market
10 Middle East and Africa Market Overview
10.1 Middle East and Africa Glass Recycling Market Size by Country
10.1.1 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
10.1.2 UAE Market Overview
10.1.3 Egypt Market Overview
10.1.4 Nigeria Market Overview
10.1.5 South Africa Market Overview
10.2 Middle East and Africa Glass Recycling Market Size by Type
10.3 Middle East and Africa Glass Recycling Market Size by Application
10.4 Top Players in Middle East and Africa Glass Recycling Market
11 Glass Recycling Market Segmentation by Type
11.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
11.2 Global Glass Recycling Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.3 Global Glass Recycling Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2033)
11.4 Global Glass Recycling Price by Type (2020-2033)
12 Glass Recycling Market Segmentation by Application
12.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
12.2 Global Glass Recycling Market Sales by Application (2020-2033)
12.3 Global Glass Recycling Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2033)
12.4 Global Glass Recycling Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2033)
13 Company Profiles
13.1 Sibelco
13.1.1 Sibelco Company Overview
13.1.2 Sibelco Business Overview
13.1.3 Sibelco Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.1.4 Sibelco Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.1.5 Key News
13.2 PICVISA
13.2.1 PICVISA Company Overview
13.2.2 PICVISA Business Overview
13.2.3 PICVISA Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.2.4 PICVISA Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.2.5 Key News
13.3 Pro Waste Services, Inc
13.3.1 Pro Waste Services, Inc Company Overview
13.3.2 Pro Waste Services, Inc Business Overview
13.3.3 Pro Waste Services, Inc Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.3.4 Pro Waste Services, Inc Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.3.5 Key News
13.4 Recorra
13.4.1 Recorra Company Overview
13.4.2 Recorra Business Overview
13.4.3 Recorra Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.4.4 Recorra Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.4.5 Key News
13.5 Momentum Recycling, LLC
13.5.1 Momentum Recycling, LLC Company Overview
13.5.2 Momentum Recycling, LLC Business Overview
13.5.3 Momentum Recycling, LLC Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.5.4 Momentum Recycling, LLC Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.5.5 Key News
13.6 Heritage Glass
13.6.1 Heritage Glass Company Overview
13.6.2 Heritage Glass Business Overview
13.6.3 Heritage Glass Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.6.4 Heritage Glass Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.6.5 Key News
13.7 Shanghai Yanlongji
13.7.1 Shanghai Yanlongji Company Overview
13.7.2 Shanghai Yanlongji Business Overview
13.7.3 Shanghai Yanlongji Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.7.4 Shanghai Yanlongji Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.7.5 Key News
13.8 Spring Pool Glass Industrial Co., Ltd
13.8.1 Spring Pool Glass Industrial Co., Ltd Company Overview
13.8.2 Spring Pool Glass Industrial Co., Ltd Business Overview
13.8.3 Spring Pool Glass Industrial Co., Ltd Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.8.4 Spring Pool Glass Industrial Co., Ltd Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.8.5 Key News
13.9 Pace Glass
13.9.1 Pace Glass Company Overview
13.9.2 Pace Glass Business Overview
13.9.3 Pace Glass Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.9.4 Pace Glass Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.9.5 Key News
13.10 Vitro Minerals
13.10.1 Vitro Minerals Company Overview
13.10.2 Vitro Minerals Business Overview
13.10.3 Vitro Minerals Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.10.4 Vitro Minerals Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.10.5 Key News
13.11 Marco Abrasives
13.11.1 Marco Abrasives Company Overview
13.11.2 Marco Abrasives Business Overview
13.11.3 Marco Abrasives Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.11.4 Marco Abrasives Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.11.5 Key News
13.12 Rumpke
13.12.1 Rumpke Company Overview
13.12.2 Rumpke Business Overview
13.12.3 Rumpke Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.12.4 Rumpke Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.12.5 Key News
13.13 Binder+Co
13.13.1 Binder+Co Company Overview
13.13.2 Binder+Co Business Overview
13.13.3 Binder+Co Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.13.4 Binder+Co Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.13.5 Key News
13.14 Owens Corning
13.14.1 Owens Corning Company Overview
13.14.2 Owens Corning Business Overview
13.14.3 Owens Corning Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.14.4 Owens Corning Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.14.5 Key News
13.15 Vetropack Holding
13.15.1 Vetropack Holding Company Overview
13.15.2 Vetropack Holding Business Overview
13.15.3 Vetropack Holding Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.15.4 Vetropack Holding Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.15.5 Key News
13.16 Dlubak Glass
13.16.1 Dlubak Glass Company Overview
13.16.2 Dlubak Glass Business Overview
13.16.3 Dlubak Glass Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.16.4 Dlubak Glass Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.16.5 Key News
13.17 Republic Services, Inc.
13.17.1 Republic Services, Inc. Company Overview
13.17.2 Republic Services, Inc. Business Overview
13.17.3 Republic Services, Inc. Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.17.4 Republic Services, Inc. Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.17.5 Key News
13.18 WasteManaged Limited
13.18.1 WasteManaged Limited Company Overview
13.18.2 WasteManaged Limited Business Overview
13.18.3 WasteManaged Limited Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.18.4 WasteManaged Limited Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.18.5 Key News
13.19 Greenzone UK
13.19.1 Greenzone UK Company Overview
13.19.2 Greenzone UK Business Overview
13.19.3 Greenzone UK Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.19.4 Greenzone UK Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.19.5 Key News
13.20 Biffa
13.20.1 Biffa Company Overview
13.20.2 Biffa Business Overview
13.20.3 Biffa Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.20.4 Biffa Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.20.5 Key News
13.21 First Mile
13.21.1 First Mile Company Overview
13.21.2 First Mile Business Overview
13.21.3 First Mile Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.21.4 First Mile Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.21.5 Key News
13.22 REMONDIS SE and Co. KG
13.22.1 REMONDIS SE and Co. KG Company Overview
13.22.2 REMONDIS SE and Co. KG Business Overview
13.22.3 REMONDIS SE and Co. KG Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.22.4 REMONDIS SE and Co. KG Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.22.5 Key News
13.23 Trim Co., Ltd.
13.23.1 Trim Co., Ltd. Company Overview
13.23.2 Trim Co., Ltd. Business Overview
13.23.3 Trim Co., Ltd. Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.23.4 Trim Co., Ltd. Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.23.5 Key News
13.24 Strategic Materials
13.24.1 Strategic Materials Company Overview
13.24.2 Strategic Materials Business Overview
13.24.3 Strategic Materials Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.24.4 Strategic Materials Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.24.5 Key News
13.25 Ardagh
13.25.1 Ardagh Company Overview
13.25.2 Ardagh Business Overview
13.25.3 Ardagh Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.25.4 Ardagh Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.25.5 Key News
13.26 The Glass Recycling Company
13.26.1 The Glass Recycling Company Company Overview
13.26.2 The Glass Recycling Company Business Overview
13.26.3 The Glass Recycling Company Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.26.4 The Glass Recycling Company Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.26.5 Key News
13.27 Sesotec
13.27.1 Sesotec Company Overview
13.27.2 Sesotec Business Overview
13.27.3 Sesotec Glass Recycling Major Product Offerings
13.27.4 Sesotec Glass Recycling Sales and Revenue fromGlass Recycling (2020-2025)
13.27.5 Key News
14 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints
14.1 Key Takeway
14.2 Market Opportunities & Trends
14.3 Market Drivers
14.4 Market Restraints
14.5 Market Major Factor Assessment
14.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis of Glass Recycling Market
14.7 PEST Analysis of Glass Recycling Market
15 Analysis of the Glass Recycling Industry Chain
15.1 Overview of the Industry Chain
15.2 Upstream Segment Analysis
15.3 Midstream Segment Analysis
15.3.1 Manufacturing, Processing or Conversion Process Analysis
15.3.2 Key Technology Analysis
15.4 Downstream Segment Analysis
15.4.1 Downstream Customer List and Contact Details
15.4.2 Customer Concerns or Preference Analysis
16 Conclusion
17 Appendix
17.1 Methodology
17.2 Research Process and Data Source
17.3 Disclaimer
17.4 Note
17.5 Examples of Clients
17.6 Disclaimer
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