Container Glass Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Glass Type, By Container Type, By Forming Process, By End-user Industry (Packaging, Non-packaging), By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

Description

The Global Container Glass market is projected to expand from USD 71.65 Billion in 2025 to USD 98.96 Billion by 2031, registering a CAGR of 5.53%. This sector encompasses rigid packaging solutions like bottles, jars, and vials, manufactured from limestone, soda ash, and silica sand for the pharmaceutical, food, and beverage industries. A primary factor fueling this growth is the material's chemical inertness, which guarantees safety and preservation without impacting product composition or taste, alongside its infinite recyclability which appeals to eco-conscious consumers. Data from the European Container Glass Federation indicates that in 2024, member sales of food and beverage glass containers totaled 21 million tonnes, marking a 1 percent rise in tonnage from the previous year.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size 2025	USD 71.65 Billion
Market Size 2031	USD 98.96 Billion
CAGR 2026-2031	5.53%
Fastest Growing Segment	Pharmaceutical
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

However, the market confronts substantial hurdles due to the intense energy requirements of the glass melting process, demanding continuous and high-volume power consumption. This heavy dependence on energy sources leaves manufacturers vulnerable to fluctuating fuel costs and strict decarbonization regulations, which can drive up operational expenses. Consequently, these rising costs threaten price competitiveness when compared to lighter packaging alternatives, potentially impacting market positioning.

Market Driver

The rising global consumption of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages acts as a major catalyst for the container glass market, specifically within the beer, wine, and premium spirits categories. Producers heavily depend on glass to maintain flavor purity and project a premium brand image, satisfying consumer demand for sophisticated, shelf-stable goods. This consistent need for rigid packaging generates significant revenue for leading manufacturers optimizing their output; for example, Verallia reported in its February 2024 "2023 Annual Results" that revenue hit €3,904 million, a 16.5 percent year-over-year increase indicative of the sector's strong financial health.

Simultaneously, the surge in demand for sustainable, infinitely recyclable packaging is redefining industry norms as consumers and regulators move away from single-use plastics toward circular economy frameworks. Glass stands out as a permanent material capable of endless recycling without quality degradation, driving extensive collection and reprocessing initiatives to minimize carbon footprints. According to a June 2024 press release by Close the Glass Loop, the EU maintained a stable glass packaging collection rate of 80.2 percent in 2022. To sustain these environmental transitions and production scales, major entities maintain substantial fiscal results, with O-I Glass, Inc. reporting full-year net sales of $7.1 billion in February 2024.

Market Challenge

The substantial energy intensity necessary for glass manufacturing serves as a significant constraint on the global market. Producers are required to operate furnaces at extreme temperatures to melt raw materials, a procedure that necessitates a massive and uninterrupted power supply. This reliance exposes the industry to fuel price volatility and the financial weight of adhering to rigorous decarbonization standards, both of which drastically increase operational expenditures. Consequently, manufacturers are often forced to raise prices, diminishing their competitive edge against less energy-intensive and lighter packaging alternatives like aluminum and plastics.

This economic pressure forces the industry to contend with shrinking margins and contracting revenue streams within major manufacturing centers. The fiscal consequences of these operational burdens are reflected in recent performance metrics. As reported by 'Bundesverband Glasindustrie e.V.' regarding 2025 data, the German glass industry experienced an 8.3 percent decline in turnover, falling to EUR 11.26 billion in 2024. Such downturns highlight the direct influence of rising energy-related costs, which restrict manufacturers' ability to provide competitively priced products and ultimately impede the broader growth trajectory of the container glass sector.

Market Trends

The shift toward hybrid-electric and hydrogen melting furnaces marks a pivotal transformation in decarbonizing the energy-heavy glass production process. Industry players are substituting traditional gas-fired kilns with hybrid systems that leverage hydrogen and renewable electricity, thereby drastically reducing direct carbon emissions while upholding thermal efficiency. This technological progression enables producers to satisfy strict environmental goals and cushion the impact of fuel price instability by diversifying their energy mix; for instance, Ardagh Glass Packaging announced in June 2024 that bottles made using its new NextGen Furnace achieved a 64 percent reduction in CO2 emissions compared to standard methods.

Concurrently, the application of lightweight glass container technologies allows manufacturers to minimize raw material consumption and streamline supply chain logistics. By utilizing advanced strengthening treatments and forming algorithms, producers can reduce container wall thickness significantly without sacrificing premium aesthetics or structural integrity. This weight reduction lowers resource extraction needs and fuel consumption during transport, enhancing the packaging's environmental profile. Evidence of this trend is seen in Verallia's October 2024 announcement, where the company introduced an ultralight jar range that achieved weight reductions between 10 percent and 27 percent compared to standard models.

Key Market Players

Hindustan National Glass & Industries Ltd
Nampak Ltd
Amcor Ltd
Toyo Glass Co. Ltd
Consol Glass
AGI Glaspac
Saverglass Group
Ardagh Packaging Group PLC
Owens-Illinois Inc.
Vidrala SA

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Container Glass market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Container Glass market, By Glass Type

Type 1
Type 2
Type 3
Type 4

Container Glass market, By Container Type

Bottles
Jars
Vials & Ampoules
Tableware
Decorative Containers

Container Glass market, By Forming Process

Blow & Blow Forming
Press & Blow Forming

Container Glass market, By End-user Industry

Packaging (Food Packaging, Beverage Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetic & Perfumery, Others)
Non-packaging

Container Glass market, By Region

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Container Glass market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Container Glass market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Glass Type (Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4)
- 5.2.2. By Container Type (Bottles, Jars, Vials & Ampoules, Tableware, Decorative Containers)
- 5.2.3. By Forming Process (Blow & Blow Forming, Press & Blow Forming)
- 5.2.4. By End-user Industry (Packaging (Food Packaging, Beverage Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetic & Perfumery, Others), Non-packaging)
- 5.2.5. By Region
- 5.2.6. By Company (2025)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Container Glass market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Glass Type
- 6.2.2. By Container Type
- 6.2.3. By Forming Process
- 6.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 6.2.5. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Container Glass market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Container Type
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 6.3.1.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 6.3.2. Canada Container Glass market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Container Type
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 6.3.2.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 6.3.3. Mexico Container Glass market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Container Type
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 6.3.3.2.4. By End-user Industry

7. Europe Container Glass market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Glass Type
- 7.2.2. By Container Type
- 7.2.3. By Forming Process
- 7.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 7.2.5. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Container Glass market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Container Type
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 7.3.1.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 7.3.2. France Container Glass market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Container Type
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 7.3.2.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Container Glass market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Container Type
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 7.3.3.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 7.3.4. Italy Container Glass market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Container Type
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 7.3.4.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 7.3.5. Spain Container Glass market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Container Type
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 7.3.5.2.4. By End-user Industry

8. Asia Pacific Container Glass market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Glass Type
- 8.2.2. By Container Type
- 8.2.3. By Forming Process
- 8.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 8.2.5. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Container Glass market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Container Type
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 8.3.1.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 8.3.2. India Container Glass market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Container Type
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 8.3.2.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 8.3.3. Japan Container Glass market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Container Type
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 8.3.3.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 8.3.4. South Korea Container Glass market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Container Type
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 8.3.4.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 8.3.5. Australia Container Glass market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Container Type
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 8.3.5.2.4. By End-user Industry

9. Middle East & Africa Container Glass market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Glass Type
- 9.2.2. By Container Type
- 9.2.3. By Forming Process
- 9.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 9.2.5. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Container Glass market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Container Type
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 9.3.1.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 9.3.2. UAE Container Glass market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Container Type
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 9.3.2.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 9.3.3. South Africa Container Glass market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Container Type
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 9.3.3.2.4. By End-user Industry

10. South America Container Glass market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Glass Type
- 10.2.2. By Container Type
- 10.2.3. By Forming Process
- 10.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 10.2.5. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Container Glass market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Container Type
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 10.3.1.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 10.3.2. Colombia Container Glass market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Container Type
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 10.3.2.2.4. By End-user Industry
- 10.3.3. Argentina Container Glass market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Glass Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Container Type
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Forming Process
    - 10.3.3.2.4. By End-user Industry

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Container Glass market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Hindustan National Glass & Industries Ltd
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Nampak Ltd
15.3. Amcor Ltd
15.4. Toyo Glass Co. Ltd
15.5. Consol Glass
15.6. AGI Glaspac
15.7. Saverglass Group
15.8. Ardagh Packaging Group PLC
15.9. Owens-Illinois Inc.
15.10. Vidrala SA