In 2024, total packaging retail volumes of hot drinks in Ukraine grew by 3% to 1.5 billion units. This increase can be attributed to a combination of consumer demand for convenience, sustainability, and premium experiences. However, cost-of-living pressures and the search for affordability played a significant role in shaping consumer preferences, leading some to shift towards smaller pack sizes and single-use options. For instance, single-use packs for tea became increasingly popular in 2024, d

In 2024, hot drinks packaging retail volumes in South Africa saw a 7% rise to reach 670 million units, driven by a complex interplay of cost pressures and evolving consumer preferences. Cost-of-living pressures and the increasing search for affordability played a significant role in shaping demand, with consumers increasingly seeking value for money. This led to a notable shift towards downsizing, with smaller single-serve and multi-serve packaging options gaining traction. These smaller pack si

In 2024, hot drinks packaging volumes in Turkey increased by 4% to 4.2 billion units, driven by rising consumption of tea in particular, although coffee and other hot drinks packaging also saw growth. This can be attributed to ongoing popularity of hot drinks and players’ response to cost-of-living pressures, leading consumers to seek more affordable options. Flexible plastic packaging maintained its dominance in 2024, accounting for nearly two thirds of overall packaging volumes within hot drin

In 2024, total packaging retail volumes for hot drinks in France decreased by 1% to 2.5 billion units. This decline was primarily attributed to cost-of-living pressures and the ongoing search for affordability among consumers. As financial constraints intensified, consumers became more discerning in their purchasing decisions, often opting for more cost-effective solutions. This shift in consumer behaviour had a significant impact on demand for different pack types and sizes. Specifically, there

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in Thailand increased by 1% to 928 million units. This modest growth can be attributed to a combination of cost-of-living pressures and the search for affordability, influencing consumer demand for different pack types and sizes. Amid rising living costs, consumers increasingly sought affordable options, leading to a shift towards smaller, single-serve and multi-serve packs. These smaller formats not only reduced the retail unit price, making th

In 2024, total packaging retail volumes of hot drinks in the United Arab Emirates rose by 5%, reaching 219 million units. This growth was driven by a continued increase in demand for tea and coffee across both retail and foodservice. Folding cartons, known for their sustainability and ability to preserve product quality and aroma, remained the leading pack type, particularly for tea. Flexible aluminium and plastic pouches gained prominence for instant coffee powders, while flexible plastic stand

In 2024, total packaging retail volumes for hot drinks in Vietnam grew by 1% to reach 872 million units. This modest growth can be attributed to rising demand for coffee, and to a lesser extent tea, especially instant formats, which helped offset the minor decline in packaging volumes for other hot drinks. Cost-of-living pressures and a growing search for affordability influenced consumer preferences, leading to a shift towards more cost-effective and convenient pack types and sizes. Investments

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in Sweden increased, with 2% growth to reach 197 million units. Flexible packaging continued to dominate in 2024, as it offers a cost-effective solution for manufacturers and retailers due to its lower production and transportation costs compared to rigid plastic alternatives. Flexible packaging also enables brands to differentiate their products through innovative designs and high-quality printing, enhancing brand visibility and appeal. With in

In 2024, total packaging retail volumes for hot drinks in Singapore increased by 1% to 91 million units, despite significant cost-of-living pressures. A move towards sustainability was seen in 2024. For instance, Nescafé Singapore introduced refill pouches for its coffee, which allow consumers to reuse glass jars. With 97% less packaging weight per gram of coffee compared to 200g jars, this contributed to the adoption of low waste, low -material use formats. Additionally, the National Environmen

In 2024, hot drinks packaging volumes in Saudi Arabia experienced modest growth, rising by 1% to 438 million units, driven primarily by the rising trend of at-home consumption and premiumisation within coffee. As consumers increasingly opted to replicate café-style beverages at home, the demand for ground and whole bean coffee surged, leading to greater utilisation of flexible packaging formats such as laminated pouches and vacuum packs. Local brands like Barn’s Coffee and international players

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes rose in Poland, increasing by 1% to 1.4 billion units. The increase was driven by rising demand for speciality coffee and fruit/herbal teas, with consumers favouring convenient, single-serve packaging formats such as capsules and sachets due to their busy lifestyles. The growing emphasis on sustainable packaging solutions also played a significant role, as brands adopted recyclable and biodegradable materials to address environmental concerns. F

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in South Korea experienced a strong contraction, falling by 6% to 1.1 billion units. The growth of at-home coffee-pod systems was a significant factor, as it cannibalised stick-pack volumes, while the shift towards health-conscious options led to a decline in traditional instant tea sachet volumes, partially offset by growth in packaging for fruit/herbal tea. The overall decline in coffee packaging volumes was exacerbated by some consumers pivot

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in Romania experienced an insignificant increase, with 0.1% growth in total packaging retail volumes to reach 611 million units. Growth was driven by the rising coffee culture and the popularity of single-serve formats. Meanwhile, the perception of tea as an affordable and healthy beverage contributed to increased consumption, positively impacting packaging volumes. Amidst cost-of-living pressures, manufacturers explored strategies such as downs

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in Italy experienced growth of 2% to reach 1.9 billion units, driven by evolving consumer preferences, economic factors, and regulatory pressures. Consumers increasingly opted for health-conscious and low sugar beverages, such as loose-leaf tea and ground coffee, which contributed to growth in overall packaging volumes. Meanwhile, brands like Illy and Lavazza introduced more sustainable packaging options, including compostable capsules and recyc

In 2024, hot drinks total packaging retail volumes in the Philippines rose by 3% to 6.6 billion units. This was driven by growing consumer interest in speciality coffee and tea, as well as the increasing café culture and at-home consumption. The demand for convenient formats such as single-serve sachets and refill pouches was fuelled by on-the-go lifestyles, with brands like Figaro Coffee and Great Taste expanding their offerings in flexible packaging. However, cost-of-living pressures may have

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in the Netherlands rose by 1% to 726 million units. A pivotal shift was seen due to regulatory, consumer, and industry forces. The EU Single-Use Plastics Directive and the Netherlands’ Fee Modulation Plastic 2.0 imposed stricter rules, including bans on free single-use plastics and penalties for non-recyclable multi-layered formats like sachets and tea bags. Despite cost-of-living pressures and the search for affordability, consumers increasingl

Total hot drinks packaging retail volumes saw steady growth in Indonesia in 2024, driven by a combination of factors, including rising demand for coffee and tea, especially in convenient formats like instant coffee and single-serve pods. As urbanisation increases and Indonesia’s middle-class expands, more consumers are opting for premium hot drinks, which fuelled growth in high-quality packaging. The shift to remote and hybrid work arrangements further boosted at-home consumption of coffee and t

In 2024, hot drinks packaging volumes rose by 3% to 90 million units in Hong Kong, driven by consumers' ongoing search for convenience and affordability amidst cost of living pressures. The demand for portion-controlled formats, such as single-serve sachets, continued to drive growth across packaging types. As consumers sought affordable options, brands responded by introducing innovative packaging solutions. The trend towards at-home consumption and premium hot drinks experiences also contribut

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes declined by 1% to 2.3 billion units in Japan, driven by the falling population, rising raw materials costs, a weakening yen, and consumers seeking better value and quality amid economic pressures. Major coffee manufacturers like Nestlé Japan increased prices, while consumers still favoured home-brewed options such as tea, although branded products saw increased competition from low-cost private label products. Cost-of-living pressures led to a s

In 2024, Malaysia's hot drinks packaging volumes declined, with a decrease in total packaging retail volumes of 3% to 544 million units. The decline was partly driven by the shift in consumer preference towards ready-to-drink (RTD) tea and coffee products within soft drinks, which negatively impacted hot drinks packaging volumes. Additionally, some consumers limited purchases amidst cost-of-living pressures, or looked for more affordable options. Meanwhile, heightened environmental awareness, an

In 2024, total hot drinks packaging retail volumes declined in Germany. A factor contributing to the decline was the falling popularity of single-serve sachets and instant drinks, traditionally packaged in flexible plastic or paper. As consumers shifted towards premium formats like coffee pods, bean-to-cup machines, or loose-leaf teas, demand for small, disposable packaging fell. Retailers and independent brands also pushed refillable and bulk-buy options, further reducing the need for single-us

Total hot drinks packaging retail volumes experienced little movement in Spain in 2024. Folding cartons remined the leading individual pack type, and its static performance impacted overall hot drinks packaging. The demand for folding cartons faced fluctuations over the past couple of years, with production stabilising in 2024 after a period of decline. Folding cartons offer a canvas for high-quality printing and innovative designs, allowing brands to convey a premium image. This is particularly

Total hot drinks packaging retail volumes in Canada saw a modest decline in 2024. However, coffee packaging volumes maintained growth, which was supported by the introduction of more sustainable options, such as Club Coffee’s AromaPak paper-based canisters, launched under the President’s Choice brand in December 2024. These fully recyclable, board-based canisters are available for both fresh coffee beans and standard fresh ground coffee, and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. Meanwhi

Total hot drinks packaging retail volumes increased in 2024, with fruit/herbal tea, and standard fresh ground coffee seeing particularly strong increases in actual units. Trends were driven by several factors, including evolving consumer preferences, the demand for convenience, and a growing focus on sustainability. With more consumers seeking high-quality, premium beverages, there is increasing demand for packaging that reflects the premium nature of products, as well as meets the need for conv