Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Germany compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Germany
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#2 In EuropeBusiness
#4 In EuropeEmployees
#2 In EuropeWages
#1 In EuropeRevenue in the packaging services industry in Europe is anticipated to fall at a compound annual rate of 0.4% to €20.3 billion over the five years through 2025, including estimated growth of 0.7% in 2025. High inflation over recent years has resulted in a higher base rate environment, squeezing household incomes and knocking business confidence. This has reduced demand for packaged products across Europe. Over the two years through 2025, inflation has cooled and central banks across Europe have loosened monetary policy, supporting consumer spending and supporting. demand for packaging services. Developments in sustainable packaging have supported profit by making it recyclable and eco-friendly. Profit is anticipated to sit at 10.1% in 2025.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2025
Biggest companies in the Packaging Services in Germany
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
UPM-Kymmene Corporation Oyj | 10,521.6 | 651.6 | 6.2 | |
Krones AG | 5,518.2 | 381.5 | 6.9 | |
Smurfit Kappa Group plc | 11,828.6 | 1,478.4 | 12.5 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Packaging Services industry in Germany in 2025?
The market size of the Packaging Services industry in Germany is €3.8bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Packaging Services industry in Germany in 2025?
There are 1,488 businesses in the Packaging Services industry in Germany, which has grown at a CAGR of 6.3 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Packaging Services industry in Germany grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Packaging Services industry in Germany has been declining at a CAGR of 0.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Packaging Services industry in Germany over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Packaging Services industry in Germany is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Packaging Services industry in Germany?
The biggest companies operating in the Packaging Services industry in Germany are UPM-Kymmene Corporation Oyj, Krones AG and Smurfit Kappa Group plc
What does the Packaging Services industry in Germany include?
Cardboard and paper packaging and Plastic packaging are part of the Packaging Services industry in Germany.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Packaging Services industry in Germany?
The company holding the most market share in the Packaging Services industry in Germany is UPM-Kymmene Corporation Oyj.
How competitive is the Packaging Services industry in Germany?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Packaging Services industry in Germany.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in the industry primarily package client-owned material on a fee or contractual basis. They pack goods in items like bottles, cans, cartons, bags and containers. The industry also provides labelling and stamping services.
Related Terms
E-CommerceESGE-TailorWhat's included in this industry?
Cardboard and paper packaging Plastic packaging Glass packaging Metal packagingCompanies
UPM-Kymmene Corporation OyjKrones AGSmurfit Kappa Group plcIndustry Code
8292 - Packaging activities in Germany
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Packaging Services in Germany industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Packaging Services in Germany industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Packaging Services in Germany industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Packaging Services in Germany industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Manufacturing demand sees lackluster growth.Higher interest rates and inflationary pressures plague manufacturing activity and dent demand for packaging services.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Packaging Services in Germany industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Packaging Services in Germany industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Packaging Services in Germany industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Germany
- Total Exports into Germany
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Customers want a range of packaging services. Some customers want sustainable or active packaging. Lots of larger packaging companies consolidate to expand their networks and grow their supply chains.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2025)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2025)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Packaging Services in Germany located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 4 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit margin (2025)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Minimum volumes and weights are necessary to ensure safety, hygiene and acceptance. Packaging services must meet regulations and sustainability benchmarks, including how packages are designed, produced and marketed.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Packaging Services in Germany industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Rising costs of packaging materials have restricted profit growth. The Russian-Ukraine conflict and subsequent supply chain disruptions damaged drove up the cost of raw materials across Europe, constraining profit over recent years.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Packaging Services in Germany industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
Methodology
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