Composite intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) are industrial vessels designed for the storage and transportation of bulk liquids and powders, constructed typically from a combination of plastic, metal, and sometimes fiberglass. This construction provides durability and versatility, making them suitable for various industrial applications.
The capacities of composite intermediate bulk containers range from 180 to over 350 gallons. The 180- to 250-gallon capacity IBCs are specifically designed for storing and transporting bulk liquids and materials. These containers utilize technologies such as aseptic and non-aseptic methods, catering to diverse industries including industrial chemicals, paints, inks, dyes, food and beverage, construction, pharmaceuticals, and others.
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The composite intermediate bulk containers market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $2.03 billion in 2024 to $2.12 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased petroleum oil production, increasing environmental concerns, high demand in the food industry, growing demand for packaged food and beverages, and a growing e-commerce industry.
The composite intermediate bulk containers market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for safe storage of potentially, growing global cross-trade activity, growing industrial production fueling rapid adoption, increasing demand for safe and efficient bulk packaging solutions, and rising demand for environmentally friendly packaging solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements, innovative manufacturing methods, development to create advanced materials, automation integration, advanced packaging solutions, and integration of Internet of Things technologies.
The expansion of the manufacturing industry is expected to drive growth in the composite intermediate bulk container market moving forward. This sector encompasses a range of activities involved in producing goods from raw materials or components. Growth in manufacturing is influenced by economic conditions, technological advancements, market demands, and regulatory frameworks. Composite intermediate bulk containers play a vital role in this industry by offering reliable and sustainable solutions for storing, handling, and transporting materials crucial for manufacturing remanufactured goods. Their robustness, resistance to chemicals, and environmental advantages make them a preferred option for optimizing material logistics and supporting efficient manufacturing processes. For example, in July 2023, according to the Office for National Statistics, the UK's overall product sales by manufacturers in 2022 reached £429.8 billion ($545.27 billion), marking a 7% increase from £401.5 billion ($509.36 billion) in 2021. This growth underscores how industrial production expansion is propelling the composite intermediate bulk container market forward.
Major companies in the composite intermediate bulk containers market are focusing on technological advancements, such as the integration of smart technology. Smart technology integration involves the incorporation of advanced technologies like IoT, AI, and automation to enhance efficiency, improve user experience, and enable real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making across various industries. For example, in July 2024, Anova Enterprises, Inc., a U.S.-based technology company offering remote monitoring solutions for industrial assets, launched its Universal Tank Monitor featuring a Radar Level Sensor. The Universal Tank Monitor utilizes radar level sensor technology to accurately report liquid levels without direct contact with the contents, making it suitable for various industrial applications. It is designed for seamless integration with existing chemical distribution systems, optimizing logistics and supply chain operations while enabling simultaneous monitoring of multiple tanks, a critical feature for businesses managing large inventories.
In February 2024, Aran Group, a Germany-based sustainable liquid packaging solutions company, acquired IBA from Liquid Concept GmbH (LC) for an undisclosed amount. The aim of this acquisition was to bolster Aran Group's presence in the European market and aligns with the industry's growing focus on eco-friendly packaging solutions. IBA is a Germany-based company that specializes in the production and sale of flexible intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) designed for transporting high-quality food products.
Major companies operating in the composite intermediate bulk containers market are Berry Global Inc., Conitex Sonoco, Grief Inc., Mauser Packaging Solutions, Schutz Gmbh and Co. KGaA, Time Technoplast Limited, Snyder Industries Inc., Hoover Ferguson, TPL Plastech Limited, Finncont Oy, Jielin Plastic Industry Co. Ltd., National Bulk Equipment Inc., Bulk Lift International, Custom Metalcraft, Transtainer Pty Ltd., Precision IBC Inc., Seaco Global Ltd., Pyramid Technoplast Pvt Ltd., RDA Bulk Packaging Ltd., Composite Containers LLC, Metano, Peninsula Drums, Pensteel Ltd., RPP Containers, CDF Corporation, Sotralentz Packaging, Thielmann
Europe was the largest region in the composite intermediate bulk containers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the composite intermediate bulk containers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the composite intermediate bulk containers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The composite intermediate bulk containers market consist of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as rental and leasing, repair and recertification, logistics and distribution, and cleaning and maintenance. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The composite intermediate bulk container market also includes sales of composite IBC tanks, reusable composite IBCs, and collapsible composite IBCs. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Capacity: 180 To 250 Gallons; 250 To 300 Gallons; 300 To 350 Gallons; Above 350 Gallons
2) By Technology: Aseptic Technology; Non-Aseptic Technology
3) By End Use: Industrial Chemicals; Paints; Inks And Dyes; Food And Beverage; Building And Construction; Pharmaceuticals; Other End Uses
Subsegments:
1) By 180 to 250 Gallons: Small Capacity IBCs; Used for Smaller-Scale Industrial Applications
2) By 250 to 300 Gallons: Medium-Capacity IBCs; Suitable for a Range of Chemical, Food, and Pharmaceutical Industries
3) By 300 to 350 Gallons: Large-Capacity IBCs; Ideal for Bulk Handling in Various Industries such as Chemicals, Agriculture, and Food Processing
4) By Above 350 Gallons: Extra-Large Capacity IBCs; Used for Large-Scale Industrial Operations, Especially in Logistics, Manufacturing, and Bulk Chemical Storage
Companies Mentioned: Berry Global Inc.; Conitex Sonoco; Grief Inc.; Mauser Packaging Solutions; Schutz Gmbh and Co. KGaA
3. Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Trends And Strategies
4. Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6.1. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
180 To 250 Gallons
250 To 300 Gallons
300 To 350 Gallons
Above 350 Gallons
6.2. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Aseptic Technology
Non-Aseptic Technology
6.3. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Industrial Chemicals
Paints
Inks And Dyes
Food And Beverage
Building And Construction
Pharmaceuticals
Other End Uses
6.4. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Sub-Segmentation Of 180 to 250 Gallons, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Small Capacity IBCs
Used for Smaller-Scale Industrial Applications
6.5. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Sub-Segmentation Of 250 to 300 Gallons, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Medium-Capacity IBCs
Suitable for a Range of Chemical, Food, and Pharmaceutical Industries
6.6. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Sub-Segmentation Of 300 to 350 Gallons, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Large-Capacity IBCs
Ideal for Bulk Handling in Various Industries such as Chemicals, Agriculture, and Food Processing
6.7. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Above 350 Gallons, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Extra-Large Capacity IBCs
Used for Large-Scale Industrial Operations, Especially in Logistics, Manufacturing, and Bulk Chemical Storage
7. Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
9. China Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
9.1. China Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
9.2. China Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.3. China Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
9.4. China Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F,$ Billion
10. India Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
10.1. India Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.2. India Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
10.3. India Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11. Japan Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
11.1. Japan Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
11.2. Japan Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12. Australia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
12.1. Australia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13. Indonesia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
13.1. Indonesia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14. South Korea Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
14.1. South Korea Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15. Western Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
15.1. Western Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16. UK Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
16.1. UK Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.1. Spain Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21. Eastern Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
21.1. Eastern Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22. Russia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
22.1. Russia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23. North America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
23.1. North America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
23.2. North America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24. USA Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
24.1. USA Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
24.2. USA Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.2. Canada Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26. South America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
26.1. South America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
26.2. South America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27. Brazil Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
27.1. Brazil Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28. Middle East Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
28.1. Middle East Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29. Africa Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market
29.1. Africa Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Overview
29.2. Africa Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Capacity, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By Technology, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market, Segmentation By End Use, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
30. Composite Intermediate Bulk Containers Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles