2026 Global: Air Cushion Packaging Market-Competitive Review (2032) report
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The 2026 Global: Air Cushion Packaging Market-Competitive Review (2031) report features the global market size and projected growth/decline data for the period 2021 through 2032. The report primarily provides an examination of the business strategies for the ten largest global companies in the market and how their strategies differ.
Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2021 to 2032 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market research publisher that utilizes both longitudinal (historical) and vertical (from market section to market division to market class) analysis, since we study every manufactured product in the countries we analyze. The report also provides written analysis on the market definition, market segments, and SWOT analysis (market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats).
The market study aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market. Topics analyzed within the report include a detailed breakdown of the global markets for air cushion packaging market by geography and historical trend. The scope of the report extends to sizing of the air cushion packaging market market and global market trends with market data for 2024 as the base year, 2025 and 2026 as the estimate years with projection of CAGR from 2027 to 2032.
The report also features a list of the top ten largest global players in the market. A review of each company includes 1) an estimate of the market share, 2) a listing of the products and/or services in the market, and 3) the features of these products and/or services in the market. The report has a chapter on Comparative Business Strategies for the largest four players. An example of the Comparative Business Strategies analysis would be -- How does Netflix's business strategy to expand its market share in the global online streaming compare to Amazon Prime's business strategy through its video products and services?
The ten market players in this report and a brief synopsis of their participation in the market are:
Sealed Air Corporation, Pregis Corporation, Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH, Smurfit Kappa Group, and Intertape Polymer Group lead the air cushion packaging market, followed by Automated Packaging Systems, Fromm Packaging Systems, Shurtape Technologies, Veritiv Corporation, and Airfil Protective Packaging Ltd as the ten major companies. These firms dominate through innovation in protective solutions like air pillows and bubble wrap, capturing significant shares amid e-commerce growth and sustainability demands. Sealed Air, headquartered in North Carolina, pioneers with Bubble Wrap® and NewAir I.B. systems, reporting Q2-2025 volume growth via CTO2Grow for cost efficiency and recycled content. Pregis, based in Chicago, expanded EVOH barrier film capacity in May 2025, emphasizing AirSpeed cushions and sustainable EasyPack® lines for moisture-sensitive goods. Storopack, from Germany, advances AIRplus® systems with biodegradable options and closed-loop recycling, holding strong European presence.
Automated Packaging Systems, now under Sealed Air, specializes in on-demand inflation for high-volume e-commerce, while Fromm Packaging Systems and Shurtape Technologies focus on durable films and integrated void-fill. Automated Packaging enhances throughput with precision controls, serving fast supply chains globally. Fromm delivers robust stretching and cushioning machinery, prioritizing automation and material efficiency. Shurtape provides specialized tapes and air films, bolstering protective portfolios for logistics. Veritiv Corporation leverages distribution networks for broad deployment of air cushions, supporting North American e-commerce hubs valued at USD 0.92 billion in 2025. Airfil Protective Packaging Ltd offers tailored systems, aligning with trends in recyclable designs amid Asia-Pacific dominance at USD 1.26 billion in 2024.
Market leaders invest in R&D for eco-friendly innovations like compostable pillows and IoT monitoring, driving projected growth from USD 4.35 billion in 2025 to USD 6.78 billion by 2032. Smurfit Kappa integrates hybrid fiber-air systems for waste reduction, reinforcing its global rank with 350 sites. Intertape Polymer excels in scalable air pillows and tariff-compliant sourcing. These companies control up to 38% market share via Tier 1 strategies, adapting to regulations like EU PPWR and e-commerce surges in China and India. Emphasis on automation, such as variable pressure controls and AI diagnostics, optimizes operations while minimizing footprints.
Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2021 to 2032 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market research publisher that utilizes both longitudinal (historical) and vertical (from market section to market division to market class) analysis, since we study every manufactured product in the countries we analyze. The report also provides written analysis on the market definition, market segments, and SWOT analysis (market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats).
The market study aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market. Topics analyzed within the report include a detailed breakdown of the global markets for air cushion packaging market by geography and historical trend. The scope of the report extends to sizing of the air cushion packaging market market and global market trends with market data for 2024 as the base year, 2025 and 2026 as the estimate years with projection of CAGR from 2027 to 2032.
The report also features a list of the top ten largest global players in the market. A review of each company includes 1) an estimate of the market share, 2) a listing of the products and/or services in the market, and 3) the features of these products and/or services in the market. The report has a chapter on Comparative Business Strategies for the largest four players. An example of the Comparative Business Strategies analysis would be -- How does Netflix's business strategy to expand its market share in the global online streaming compare to Amazon Prime's business strategy through its video products and services?
The ten market players in this report and a brief synopsis of their participation in the market are:
Sealed Air Corporation, Pregis Corporation, Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH, Smurfit Kappa Group, and Intertape Polymer Group lead the air cushion packaging market, followed by Automated Packaging Systems, Fromm Packaging Systems, Shurtape Technologies, Veritiv Corporation, and Airfil Protective Packaging Ltd as the ten major companies. These firms dominate through innovation in protective solutions like air pillows and bubble wrap, capturing significant shares amid e-commerce growth and sustainability demands. Sealed Air, headquartered in North Carolina, pioneers with Bubble Wrap® and NewAir I.B. systems, reporting Q2-2025 volume growth via CTO2Grow for cost efficiency and recycled content. Pregis, based in Chicago, expanded EVOH barrier film capacity in May 2025, emphasizing AirSpeed cushions and sustainable EasyPack® lines for moisture-sensitive goods. Storopack, from Germany, advances AIRplus® systems with biodegradable options and closed-loop recycling, holding strong European presence.
Automated Packaging Systems, now under Sealed Air, specializes in on-demand inflation for high-volume e-commerce, while Fromm Packaging Systems and Shurtape Technologies focus on durable films and integrated void-fill. Automated Packaging enhances throughput with precision controls, serving fast supply chains globally. Fromm delivers robust stretching and cushioning machinery, prioritizing automation and material efficiency. Shurtape provides specialized tapes and air films, bolstering protective portfolios for logistics. Veritiv Corporation leverages distribution networks for broad deployment of air cushions, supporting North American e-commerce hubs valued at USD 0.92 billion in 2025. Airfil Protective Packaging Ltd offers tailored systems, aligning with trends in recyclable designs amid Asia-Pacific dominance at USD 1.26 billion in 2024.
Market leaders invest in R&D for eco-friendly innovations like compostable pillows and IoT monitoring, driving projected growth from USD 4.35 billion in 2025 to USD 6.78 billion by 2032. Smurfit Kappa integrates hybrid fiber-air systems for waste reduction, reinforcing its global rank with 350 sites. Intertape Polymer excels in scalable air pillows and tariff-compliant sourcing. These companies control up to 38% market share via Tier 1 strategies, adapting to regulations like EU PPWR and e-commerce surges in China and India. Emphasis on automation, such as variable pressure controls and AI diagnostics, optimizes operations while minimizing footprints.
Table of Contents
32 Pages
- 1.0 Scope of Report and Methodology
- 2.0 Market SWOT Analysis and Players
- 2.1 Market Definition
- 2.2 Market Segments
- 2.3 Market Strengths
- 2.4 Market Weaknesses
- 2.5 Market Threats
- 2.6 Market Opportunities
- 2.7 Major Players
- 3.0 Competitive Analysis
- 3.1 Market Player 1
- 3.2 Market Player 2
- 3.3 Market Player 3
- 3.4 Market Player 4
- 3.5 Market Player 5
- 3.6 Market Player 6
- 3.7 Market Player 7
- 3.8 Market Player 8
- 3.9 Market Player 9
- 3.10 Market Player 10
- 4.0 Comparative Business Strategies
- 4.1 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 2
- 4.2 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 3
- 4.3 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 1 and 4
- 4.4 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 2 and 3
- 4.5 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 2 and 4
- 4.6 Comparative Business Strategies of Player 3 and 4
- 5.0 Appendix
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