Label Release Liner Report: Developments, Innovations and Challenges

The regional picture
Reardon went on to look at pressure-sensitive labeling markets from a regional viewpoint, highlighting the regions exhibiting the strongest growth—currently South America (primarily Brazil), followed by Asia Pacific (particularly China and India). 80 percent of medium-term growth, he forecasts, will come from the emerging markets. The North American and European markets are mature, and Europe is additionally suffering from continuing economic uncertainty. Looking at end-use market segments, food is, overall, the largest, and the optimal growth opportunity. Other key segments—also offering considerable future prospects—include HPC, pharmaceuticals, and transport and logistics.