Market Share of Europe Paper Packaging Industry
The European paper packaging market is semi-consolidated with several influential players. Some of these important players are currently leading the market in terms of market share. These influential players with significant market shares are focused on expanding their customer base abroad. Major players include Smurfit Westrock, DS Smith PLC, Mondi Group, Hamburger Containerboard GmbH, and Metsa Board Oyj.
- July 2024: Smurfit Kappa finalized the acquisition of WestRock, marking the birth of Smurfit WestRock, a global packaging giant. The company's global headquarters will remain in Dublin, the original base of Smurfit Kappa, while its North and South American operations will be centered in Atlanta, WestRock's former hub. Following the merger, Smurfit Kappa's shareholders will hold a controlling 50.4% stake in the rebranded entity. The combined entity, Smurfit WestRock, boasts an extensive network of over 500 facilities and 63 paper mills strategically spread across 40 nations and six continents.
- July 2024: Over the past three years, the British company DS Smith has channeled over EUR 50 million (USD 54 million) into enhancing its packaging facilities in Portugal. These investments primarily focus on technological advancements and the integration of renewable energy solutions. As a key component of this initiative, DS Smith introduced two new fluting machines at its Oporto and Leiria facilities. Additionally, the company bolstered its Lisbon packaging plant by upgrading its corrugator and adding a 2,800 mm wide dry end.
Europe Paper Packaging Market Leaders
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DS Smith PLC
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Mondi Group
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Hamburger Containerboard GmbH (Prinzhorn Group)
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Smurfit Westrock
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Metsa Board Oyj
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
