International Research

This year’s study includes macro and sector data analysis, interviews of product producers and domestic equipment manufacturers in the hotspot sub- sectors selected: Yogurt; Skin Care and Cosmetics; and Baby and Child Care. The 2016 study is an update to the study done in 2012, focusing on identifying sectors with potential continued growth for packaging machinery. After the initial analysis of historical and future growth, three sectors were identified for deeper analysis and interviews of manufacturers in these sectors as well as China domestic packaging equipment manufacturers.

This is the second edition of PMMI's annual Guide to Global Markets. Many of the packaging trends and broader economic themes covered in this edition should resonate with PMMI members, as we have touched on these topics in the previous edition of this report or other PMMI research publications over the past year. Some topics have changed very little compared to a year ago. For instance, a country?s import duties for packaging machinery do not typically change on a yearly basis. However, some of the industry?s significant packaging trends are becoming increasingly critical or more nuanced in detail, which we will highlight in this report. This comprehensive guide, published by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies provides analysis and insight into key global markets for packaging machinery over the last year. The 2016 Guide includes two new sections that provide PMMI members with actionable guidance on how to expand their businesses internationally: 1) assessing readiness to export into another market, and 2) identifying foreign markets based on the product value proposition. The Guide highlights include: ? Forecasts & analysis on key markets for packaging and processing machinery. ? In depth analysis of key trends impacting the packaging & processing machinery market. ? A list of import duties, international packaging tradeshows, key industry contacts and top global CPGs and Retailers.

This market research study assesses the market demand for packaging machinery in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care and industrial sectors in Thailand, with the ultimate objective to assist in the identification of the market potential for PMMI's members' products in the country. This study incorporates the findings obtained through secondary research as well as surveys with CPG companies and CPG packaging machinery manufacturers/suppliers in Thailand.

The Brazilian economy has undergone dramatic changes over the course of the past year; largely exacerbated by political factors that have propelled a major depreciation of the currency, a stagnation in most vertical’s capital expenditures and a slow-down in consumer spending and confidence. The purpose of this document is to allow PMMI members currently doing business with Brazil and those who are studying options in Brazil, to better appreciate market realities and offer some practical advice on how to navigate and even expand one’s presence in the packaging space locally. This update complements the 2015 and 2014 Brazil PMMI reports without going into the same level of detail.  The aim of this report is to address the challenges and offer solutions on how to tackle them. Read the full report on where Brazil's economy is headed and what to expect in the packaging machinery market.

This guide provides insights on all stages of working with an international sales agent. It also offers guidance on missteps and misperceptions to avoid. It is based on interviews with 10 PMMI members who work with international agents, nine international agents, and two external end-user companies. Ultimately, there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to success in finding and working with a partner. The optimal agent’s size, technical skills, financial strength, and warehouse capabilities can vary depending on your goals and market specifics. However, this guide shares what has worked well for most organizations and can be tailored to fit your company’s culture and operations.