Europe Corrugated Packaging Market Growth Strengthens Through Sustainable Fiber Adoption
The Europe corrugated packaging market is set for steady expansion as e-commerce, food distribution, industrial logistics, and circular economy initiatives continue to strengthen demand for recyclable fiber-based packaging. According to the latest market analysis by Future Market Insights (FMI) , the market is projected to grow from USD 77.4 billion in 2026 to USD 105.8 billion by 2036 , registering a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period. The market was valued at USD 75.3 billion in 2025 . The market is expected to generate an absolute dollar opportunity of USD 28.4 billion between 2026 and 2036 , reflecting consistent logistics- and food-driven expansion across mature European supply chains. Rising online retail shipments, increasing consumption of fresh produce and processed foods, and growing preference for sustainable fiber-based alternatives are supporting demand. At the same time, energy-intensive paper production, recycled fiber price volatility, and environmental com...