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What’s new in nuts? Top trends driving sales

May 17, 2018

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3 mins read

Nuts are thriving in the snack food category. With a global market value of US$15.8bn they are the third biggest market segment in terms of value in the snacks category, right after processed snacks (US$38bn) and potato chips (US$26.7bn).[1] Their success and immense growth show no signs of stopping; with health, convenience and taste key...

by David Woollard

The world is sweet: key trends in confectionery

January 17, 2018

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3 mins read

The global confectionery industry is going strong. Although the shift towards ‘better-for-you’ products and clean labels has increased the pressure on manufacturers to reformulate, consumer demand for sweet snacks shows no signs of slowing down. Characterised by a high level of innovation and driven by a desire for comfort and indulgence, the global confectionery market...

Global data insights: Snack flavour preferences from around the world

November 21, 2017

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3 mins read

Flavour is everything when it comes to food. Chances are that if you don’t like the taste of something you won’t eat it – or at least never eat it again. However, when consumers do find a flavour they truly love, they not only keep coming back to it, but also tend to recommend it...

Middle East and Africa: Key trends driving the local snacks market

October 27, 2017

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5 mins read

Although the Middle East and Africa region is the smallest in the global savoury snacks sector, holding a 2.5% value share in 2016, several trends are quickly changing consumer habits in the area[1]. As South Africa and several Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations undergo rapid industrialisation and urbanisation, shoppers find themselves with more money and...

Meet the team: Shuntaro Yamasaki

September 21, 2017

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1 min read

Describe yourself in three words Passion. Improvement. Knowledge. What is your biggest achievement to date? Introducing a new style of packaging to the Japanese Market. What do you enjoy the most about your current job? The nice people that work at tna. What did you want to be when you grew...

Key trends driving the US snacks market

September 12, 2017

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4 mins read

The US is by far one of the biggest snack consumers in the world. Accounting for 33.2% of the global market for savoury snacks, it’s not just the largest, but also one of the most innovative markets and can be used as a key indicator for upcoming trends. In many ways, what US consumers eat...

A snacking generation: How to target generation XYZ

September 11, 2017

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4 mins read

When it comes to snacking, not every generation snacks the same. The when, where and what not only depend on our cultural background, social status and location, but are also closely linked to our age. As snack manufacturers bid farewell to the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach, generational marketing has emerged as a key strategy to connect with...

Global Data insights: Top trends in the savoury sector

September 4, 2017

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3 mins read

The global snacks markets is booming. According to leading market research company Global Data,[1] the savoury snacks segment is forecast to record a CAGR of 6.0% until 2021. Driven by a stronger global economy, rising urbanisation rates, growing disposable incomes and a change in consumer lifestyles, this 96.6 billion dollar industry is showing no signs...

Top Considerations for Frozen Foods Packaging Equipment

August 8, 2017

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4 mins read

As we discussed in our previous blog, “Global Demand for Frozen Foods Heats up,” the global market for frozen food packaging is growing at a rate of about 5% a year. By 2019, the market segment is expected to be worth nearly USD 9 billion—with no indication of slowing down. To take advantage of growing...

Global Demand for Frozen Foods Heats up

August 8, 2017

products

4 mins read

In countries around the world, global interest in frozen foods has truly taken off. Demand for frozen ready meals, fruits and vegetables is at an all-time high, and the market is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. Research indicates that the global frozen food packaging market will reach nearly USD 9 billion...

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