Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market report segments the industry into End-User Vertical (Beverages [Alcoholic (Beer, Wine, and more.), Non-Alcoholic (Juices, Carbonated Drinks (CSDs), and more.)], Food (Jam, Jelly, Marmalades, Honey, and more.), Cosmetics And Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals (Excluding Vials And Ampoules), Perfumery), By Color (Green, Amber, and more.), By Country (Egypt, Nigeria, and more.).

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Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market Analysis

The Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market size is estimated at 4.78 Thousand kilotons in 2025, and is expected to reach 6.06 Thousand kilotons by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.86% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The increasing demand from consumers for safe and healthy packaging in Africa is driving the expansion of glass packaging across various end-user industries, including food and beverage, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Advanced technologies for embossing, shaping, and adding artistic finishes enhance the appeal of glass packaging among end users. Additionally, the increasing preference for eco-friendly products and rising demand from the food and beverage sector contribute to the market's growth.
  • Glass packaging remains one of the most traditional and trusted packaging materials. It continues influencing production trends, offering superior quality, durability, and sustainability. Food glass uniquely combines food safety with preservation, making it a highly sought-after material for brands to enhance their products. Food glass provides various packaging options, including different shapes, ring diameters, and accessories, suitable for diverse food and beverage products.
  • Further, glass bottles and transparent containers offer a timeless, elegant design that appeals to consumers. The glass's transparency enhances the products' premium appearance, making them attractive on shelves and displays. These factors are expected to drive the growth of the African glass packaging segment during the forecast period.
  • The African pharmaceutical industry is expanding, leading to increased demand for packaging for communicable and non-communicable disease treatments. This growth has resulted in a rising need for glass packaging in pharmaceutical manufacturing. 
  • Glass packaging protects medicinal products from damage, contamination, and environmental factors. The increasing demand for pharmaceutical drugs and medicines, coupled with technological advancements in the industry, directly drives the need for bottles, vials, and other glass packaging solutions.
  • Sustainable packaging is increasingly influencing consumer purchasing decisions. This trend is expected to grow as awareness of environmental impacts from materials like single-use plastic and synthetic fibers increases. Countries are also implementing plastic-related legislation. For instance, in January 2024, Nigerian authorities addressed ecological degradation caused by plastic pollution. The Federal Ministry of Environment and the Lagos State government announced bans on single-use plastics. 
  • Glass is often described as an infinitely recyclable material, maintaining its quality, purity, and durability through repeated recycling. It can be broken down into glass cullets, which can be melted and reformed into new glass products. The higher recycling rate of glass used in packaging than other materials is driving the demand for glass packaging in African countries.
  • The increasing consumer preference for safe and environmentally friendly packaging is driving the growth of glass packaging across various segments in Africa. Technological advancements, such as embossing, shaping, and artistic finishes, are enhancing the appeal of glass packaging. The increasing demand for eco-conscious solutions and increased consumption in the food and beverage sector are further stimulating Africa's glass packaging market. 
  • The market is also benefiting from heightened investments in research and development, leading to innovations in glass packaging. For instance, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), a franchise of the American multinational beverage company Coca-Cola, announced its plans to introduce new 1.25 L returnable glass bottles. This initiative aligns with the company's sustainability and transparency goals. The transition also supports Coca-Cola's vision to collect and recycle the equivalent of bottles or cans it sells by 2030 and to use 50% recycled content in all its packaging.

Africa Glass Bottles and Containers Industry Overview

The African glass bottles and containers market is fragmented, with several global and regional players, such as Ardagh Group SA, Beta Glass PLC, Marsing & Co Africa (Pty) Ltd, and Milly Glass Works Ltd, contesting for attention in the market space. This market is characterized by low product differentiation, growing levels of product penetration, and high levels of competition.

  • June 2024: Beta Glass PLC, a subsidiary of the Frigoglass Group and a prominent manufacturer of glass packaging solutions, crowns, and crates in West and Central Africa, introduced a French version of its website. This initiative aims to enhance its service to the extensive Francophone African market. The French website provides detailed information about Beta Glass' diverse range of glass containers and innovative solutions. It also highlights the company's commitment to environmental sustainability, showcasing its eco-friendly practices and recycling programs. This new platform enables French-speaking customers to access comprehensive information about Beta Glass' products and sustainability efforts.
  • February 2024: Ardagh Glass Packaging-Africa (AGP-Africa), a subsidiary of Ardagh Group, constructed a third furnace at its glass container production facility in Nigel, Gauteng, South Africa. The Nigel 3 (N3) expansion project, announced in 2022, follows the previous Nigel 2 (N2) expansion completed in the same year. With an investment of USD 80.39 million, the N3 project increased the site's capacity by 50%, making it the largest facility in AGP-Africa's network and Africa. This expansion boosted AGP-Africa's production capacity by 10%, enabling the company to meet growing customer demand for sustainable packaging solutions.

Africa Glass Bottles and Containers Market Leaders

  1.  Ardagh Group S.A.

  2. Beta Glass Plc

  3. Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company

  4. United Glass Containers Company (UGC)

  5. Sevam

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Africa Glass Bottles and Containers Market News

  • June 2024: Beta Glass PLC, a leading manufacturer of glass packaging, crowns, and crates in West and Central Africa and a Frigoglass Group member, partnered with Wecyclers, an innovative waste management company. This collaboration has resulted in the launch of a fleet of cullet trucks. The partnership's primary objectives are to improve recycling efforts, promote sustainability, and strengthen environmental responsibility across Nigeria.
  • February 2024: In South Africa, Heineken, a multinational beer producer, invested ZAR 2.3 billion (USD 0.12 billion) in its returnable bottle program. This investment has effectively more than doubled the company's share of returnable glass beer bottles, a crucial step in its broader objective of transitioning to 65% returnable glass bottles. This initiative mirrors Heineken's worldwide commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, a cornerstone of its 'Brew a Better World' strategy.

Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Container Glass Furnace Capacity and Locations in African Region
    • 4.2.1 Plant Locations & Year of Commencement
    • 4.2.2 Production Capacities
    • 4.2.3 Types of Furnaces
    • 4.2.4 Color of Glass Produced
  • 4.3 Export-Import Data of Container Glass - Covering Key Import & Export Destinations
    • 4.3.1 Import Volume & Value, 2021-2023
    • 4.3.2 Export Volume & Value, 2021-2023
  • 4.4 PESTEL Analysis of Container Glass Market in Africa
  • 4.5 Raw Material Analysis
  • 4.6 Recycling Trends for Glass Packaging
  • 4.7 Demand vs. Supply Analysis for Glass Packaging

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Beverage Consumption and Integration of Glass Bottles and Containers in Premium Packaging
    • 5.1.2 Growing Preference for Glass Bottles and Containers Driven by Regulatory Pressures
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Alternative Packaging Options Challenging the Market's Growth
  • 5.3 Analysis of the Current Positioning of Africa With Respect to Rest of the World

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By End-user Vertical
    • 6.1.1 Bevarages
    • 6.1.1.1 Alcoholic
    • 6.1.1.1.1 Beer
    • 6.1.1.1.2 Wine
    • 6.1.1.1.3 Spirits
    • 6.1.1.1.4 Other Alcoholic Beverages (Cider and Other Fermented Drinks)
    • 6.1.1.2 Non-alcoholic
    • 6.1.1.2.1 Juices
    • 6.1.1.2.2 Carbonated Drinks (CSDs)
    • 6.1.1.2.3 Dairy Product Based Drinks
    • 6.1.1.2.4 Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.2 Food (Jam, Jelly, Marmalades, Honey, Sausages and Condiments, Oil, Pickles)
    • 6.1.3 Cosmetics and Personal Care
    • 6.1.4 Pharmaceuticals (excluding Vials and Ampoules)
    • 6.1.5 Perfumery
  • 6.2 By Color
    • 6.2.1 Green
    • 6.2.2 Amber
    • 6.2.3 Flint
    • 6.2.4 Other Colors
  • 6.3 By Country
    • 6.3.1 Egypt
    • 6.3.2 Nigeria
    • 6.3.3 Morocco
    • 6.3.4 South Africa

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company
    • 7.1.2 Ardagh Group SA
    • 7.1.3 Beta Glass PLC
    • 7.1.4 Sevam
    • 7.1.5 United Glass Containers Company (UGC)
    • 7.1.6 Kandil Glass
    • 7.1.7 Isanti Glass
    • 7.1.8 The National Company for Glass and Crystal
    • 7.1.9 Arab Pharmaceutical Glass Co.
    • 7.1.10 Dalgen Packaging
  • *List Not Exhaustive
  • 7.2 Company Market Share Analysis, (Based on Latest Production Capacity)
  • 7.3 Company Snapshot

8. LIST OF CUSTOMERS FOR CONTAINER GLASS

9. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Industry Segmentation

Glass bottles and jars refer to transparent or translucent containers manufactured from silica or sand, soda ash, and limestone for packaging or bottling various products. These versatile containers are widely used in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Glass bottles and jars offer several advantages, including chemical inertness, recyclability, and the ability to preserve the flavor and quality of their contents. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors to suit different product requirements and consumer preferences.

The African glass bottle and container market is segmented by end-user vertical (beverages [alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, spirits, and other alcoholic beverages {cider and other fermented drinks}), non-alcoholic beverages (juices, carbonated drinks (CSDs), dairy product-based drinks, other non-alcoholic beverages)], food [jam, jelly, marmalades, honey, sausages and condiments, oil, pickles], cosmetics and personal care, pharmaceuticals (excluding vials and ampoules), and perfumery, by color (green, amber, flint and other colors) and by country (Egypt, Nigeria, Morocco, South Africa, and rest of Africa). The report offers market forecasts and size in volume (kilotons) for all the above segments.

By End-user Vertical Bevarages Alcoholic Beer
Wine
Spirits
Other Alcoholic Beverages (Cider and Other Fermented Drinks)
Non-alcoholic Juices
Carbonated Drinks (CSDs)
Dairy Product Based Drinks
Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Food (Jam, Jelly, Marmalades, Honey, Sausages and Condiments, Oil, Pickles)
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Pharmaceuticals (excluding Vials and Ampoules)
Perfumery
By Color Green
Amber
Flint
Other Colors
By Country Egypt
Nigeria
Morocco
South Africa
By End-user Vertical
Bevarages Alcoholic Beer
Wine
Spirits
Other Alcoholic Beverages (Cider and Other Fermented Drinks)
Non-alcoholic Juices
Carbonated Drinks (CSDs)
Dairy Product Based Drinks
Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Food (Jam, Jelly, Marmalades, Honey, Sausages and Condiments, Oil, Pickles)
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Pharmaceuticals (excluding Vials and Ampoules)
Perfumery
By Color
Green
Amber
Flint
Other Colors
By Country
Egypt
Nigeria
Morocco
South Africa
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Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market Research Faqs

How big is the Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market?

The Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market size is expected to reach 4.78 thousand kilotons in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.86% to reach 6.06 thousand kilotons by 2030.

What is the current Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market size?

In 2025, the Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market size is expected to reach 4.78 thousand kilotons.

Who are the key players in Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market?

Ardagh Group S.A., Beta Glass Plc, Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company, United Glass Containers Company (UGC) and Sevam are the major companies operating in the Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market.

What years does this Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market size was estimated at 4.55 thousand kilotons. The report covers the Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Page last updated on: May 7, 2025

Africa Glass Bottles And Containers Industry Report

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